South Jersey Group 1 X-Factors

<p>State tournament time is almost here as the games tip off next Wednesday. South Jersey Group 1 is full of intrigue as players are looking to make a huge impact. Here are the South Jersey Group 1 X-Factors.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1413231' first='Elijah' last='Crispin'], 5'10 PG Pitman 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Crispin has been lighting up the scoreboard throughout the season and will continue to do so during the state tournament. The 5'10 guard has a clean release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Crispin has five games with at least 10 assists and his ability to involve his teammates will be something to watch during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2628225' first='Maleake' last='Kelly'], 6'3 SG/PG KIPP Cooper Norcross Academy 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Kelly can play on and off the ball, making him an intriguing prospect to watch. The 6'3 guard has a quick first step, which he uses to blow by his defender and can finish through contact. Kelly can also see over his defender and should put that on display during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2440538' first='Axel' last='Mohr'], 6'3 SF Haddon Township 2026</strong></h2>   <p>Mohr has shown the ability to play either forward spot, which will help his stock over the next couple of weeks. The 6'3 forward can put the ball on the floor and has a good touch around the basket. Mohr works hard for rebounds and and his ability to control the glass will help Haddon Township make a deep run in the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1919205' first='A'Zon' last='Young'], 6'4 SF Audubon 2026</strong></h2>   <p>Young is one of the top forward prospects in South Jersey Group 1 and should put it on display during the state tournament. The 6'4 forward knows how to get position down low and has a soft touch around the rim. Young is a force on the glass and his ability to make plays on defense could key the Green Wave during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Jasuan Solomon, 6'0 F Woodbury 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Solomon played a key role during the Thundering Herd's run to the Group 1 title two years and will be looking to spark them in the paint again. The 6'0 forward works hard on the glass, cleaning up defensive rebounds and generating second chance opportunities on offense. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2347936' first='Devin' last='Williams']</strong> powers Woodbury's offense, but Solomon's work on the boards will be the key to Woodbury's success</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Jesahi Robinson, 6'0 CG Palmyra 2026</strong></h2>   <p>Robinson has ran the offense effectively during the season and should carry it over into the state tournament. The 6'0 guard has a good handle, which he uses to get to his spot on the floor and makes plays when he gets into the lane. Robinson can thread passes to his teammates and his efficiency with the ball in his hands will help Palmyra make a deep run in the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rocco String, 6'6 C Woodstown 2025</strong></h2>   <p>String is a force in the paint and will be tough to control in the post. The 6'6 forward uses his strong frame to get position down low and swats almost everything around the rim. String has been dominating the paint all season long and should continue to do so during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Ka'ron Ceasar, 6'0 SG Penns Grove 2027</strong></h2>   <p>Ceasar has had some big games for the Red Devils this season, which they will need to make noise this postseason. The 6'0 guard uses his handle to get to his spot on the floor and sets his feet before he shoots. Ceasar has also shown the ability to play on the ball, which will help Penns Grove during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Jason Brown, W Burlington City 2025</strong></h2>   <p>The Blue Devils are currently on a six-game losing streak, which Brown is looking to end in the state tournament. He attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong around the rim and can draw contact. Brown has three 20-point games this season and is looking to add to that total during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Nolan Arnold, G New Egypt 2026</strong></h2>   <p>Arnold has been one of the top scorers in the section this season as he scored over 500 points this season. He knows how to get to his spot on the floor and can score in the mid-range. Arnold has a pair of 30-point games this season and could add to that total during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763537' first='Tymear' last='Lecator'], PG Salem 2027</strong></h2>   <p>Lecator has taken a big step up this season and should continue to make strides during the state tournament. He has a good handle, which he uses beat his defender off the bounce and finishes well around the basket. Lecator runs the offense for the Rams and will need to run it efficiently for them to make noise during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1949287' first='Kenny' last='Smith'], 5'11 CG Glassboro 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Smith ended his varsity gridiron career with a state title and will be looking to do the same thing on the hardwood. The Monmouth football commit uses his speed to blow by his defender and finishes strong around the rim. Smith can put up points in bunches, which will be something to watch during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Malakhai McKenzie, G Paulsboro 2026</strong></h2>   <p>McKenzie is in the middle of a breakout season as he has almost tripled his point production from last season. He has a good release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. McKenzie is a speedy guard prospect who will be looking to fill up the scoreboard during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2783952' first='James' last='Fritz'], 6'0 SG Clayton 2028</strong></h2>   <p>Fritz has made an immediate impact for Clayton and will be one to watch during the opening round of the state tournament. The 6'0 guard has a smooth release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Fritz is a sharpshooting guard prospect who should torch the nets during the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Freedom Barnes, 6'4 PF Maple Shade 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Barnes has been a force down low for the Wildcats this season as he is averaging a double-double. The 6'4 forward uses his frame to get position down low and has a nice touch around the basket. Barnes has three games this season with at least 20 rebounds and will need another performance like that in the state tournament.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Brian Cunniff, 6'2 W Wildwood 2025</strong></h2>   <p>Cunniff is one of the top scorers in the Tri-County Conference, averaging over 22 points per game. The 6'2 wing rarely gets rattled by on-ball pressure and rises up with confidence on his jumper. Cunniff has three 30-point games this season and will need to have another game like that for Wildwood to pull off the first round upset.</p>

State tournament time is almost here as the games tip off next Wednesday. South Jersey Group 1 is full of intrigue as players are looking to make a huge impact. Here are the South Jersey Group 1 X-Factors.