Central Jersey Group3 X-Factors

<p>The state tournament brackets were released today as over 300 teams are looking to take home a sectional title. Central Jersey Group 3 is filled with numerous prospects who have the opportunity to make an impact. Here are the Central Jersey Group 3 X-factors.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1411626' first='Zayier' last='Dean'], 6'0 PG Red Bank Regional 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Dean has been a sparkplug for the Buccaneers over the last two years, helping them to the top seed in the sectional tournament. The 6'0 guard is a blur in the open floor as he uses his speed to blow by his defender and finishes in a variety of ways around the basket. Dean threads passes to his teammates in the halfcourt and will be looking to end his varsity career with a sectional title.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2342614' first='Quade' last='Hendryx'], 5'9 PG Burlington Township 2026</strong></h2>   <p>Hendryx is in the middle of a breakout season for Burlington Township as he has eclipsed over 400 points on the season. The 5'9 guard has a good touch in the mid-range and knows how to finish around the basket. Hendryx has nine 20-point games this season and will be looking to add to that total during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2633368' first='Alexander' last='Jeanty'], 6'1 PG/CG Westampton Tech 2026</strong></h2>   <p>Jeanty has taken a step up this season and will be looking to continue his strong play in the state tournament. The 6'1 guard rarely gets rattled by on-ball pressure and makes plays once he gets into the paint. Jeanty can also knock down jumpers from behind the arc and his ability to make plays with the ball in his hands will help his stock over the next couple of weeks.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763389' first='Lukas' last='Sloane'], 6'2 SG Colts Neck 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Sloane has taken over as the Cougars' top scorer this season and will be looking to have big games during the state tournament. The 6'2 lefty uses his first step to beat his defender off the bounce and finishes well around the rim. Sloane plays with good instincts on the defensive end and his two-way ability makes him a prospect to track during the CJ Group 3 tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2766989' first='Ethan' last='Rich'], 6'6 PF Hopewell Valley 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Rich has established himself as the go-to guy on the interior for the Bulldogs and will be one to track in the state tournament. The 6'6 forward uses his frame to get position down low and has a good touch around the basket. Rich has the potential to stretch the floor as well, which could make him a tough cover in the sectional tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1886844' first='Joel' last='Cineus'], 6'5 PF Ewing 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Cineus has had a strong senior season for the Blue Devils as he is averaging a near double-double for them on the season. The 6'5 forward plays with good footwork in the post and has a soft touch around the basket. Cineus plays with a nonstop motor and will be tough to contain in the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2376462' first='Noah' last='Johansen'], 6'5 PF Lawrence 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Johansen has been a steady performer for the Cardinals in the interior and should continue to do damage down low in the state tournament. The 6'5 forward has a nice touch around the rim and doesn't mind drawing contact down low. Johansen can also step outside and knock down jumpers, which will be useful for Lawrence during states.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2421341' first='Colin' last='Byrne'], 6'3 SG Middletown North 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Byrne has taken a massive leap this season as he's averaging over 18 points per game. The 6'3 guard can score either inside or out and rarely gets rattled by on-ball pressure. Byrne can also play on the wing, making him a versatile prospect to track in Group 3.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1412111' first='Brian' last='Tassey'], 6'5 SG Freehold Boro 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Tassey is Mr. Versatility for the Patriots as he does a little bit of everything. The 6'5 guard uses his size to see over his defender and finishes strong above the rim. Tassey has four triple-doubles this season and will be a tough cover for anyone during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2107955' first='George' last='Boley'], 6'3 SG Jackson Memorial 2026</strong></h2>   <p>Boley has sparked the Jaguars' attack, averaging nearly 20 points and five assists per game. The 6'3 guard is decisive with the ball in his hands as he attacks the basket with a purpose and finishes strong around the rim. Boley can also thread passes to his teammates and will be looking to balance between scoring and distributing during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1859571' first='Sean' last='Collins'], 6'5 SG Brick Memorial 2026</strong></h2>   <p>Collins has had some big games for the Mustangs this season and should have another big game in the state tournament. The 6'5 wing has a nice release on his jumper and sets his feet before he shoots. Collins has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor and will be looking to use his two-way skills to make an impact during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Jayden Myrthil, G Neptune 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Myrthil has been up and down for the Flyers this season and they will need his shooting to make noise postseason noise. He sets his feet before he shoots and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Myrthil has five games with at least three made triples this season and will need another game like that in the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>EJ Smalls, 6'4 PF Pemberton 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Smalls has been a force down low for the Hornets as he averages over 12 points and 11 boards a game. The 6'4 forward uses his strong frame to get position down low and is unafraid of drawing contact in the paint. Smalls is an underrated passer and his ability to pass out of the post will be something to watch in the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Tarun Aravind, G Northern Burlington 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Aravind has been a key part of Northern Burlington's four-game winning streak, averaging 18 points per game. He has a clean release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Aravind has made multiples threes in 13 straight games and should continue that streak during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1845646' first='Brady' last='Hahn'], SG Middletown South 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Hahn is one of the top shooters in the bracket, making him dangerous every time he steps onto the floor. He has a smooth shooting stroke and has deep range on his jumper. Hahn is a sharpshooting guard whose ability to stretch the floor makes him a prospect to watch on opening night of the tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Amir Martinez, 5'10 PG Matawan 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Martinez has been running the floor effectively for the Huskies recently as he is averaging 16.5 points and seven assists per game over his last four games. The 5'10 guard uses his quickness to beat his defender off the bounce and can make plays in the lane. Martinez plays with composure on the ball and will need to do so for Matawan to pull off an upset in the opening round.</p>

The state tournament brackets were released today as over 300 teams are looking to take home a sectional title. Central Jersey Group 3 is filled with numerous prospects who have the opportunity to make an impact. Here are the Central Jersey Group 3 X-factors.