Boys basketball: North Jersey's Top Sophomores

High School Sports Elite • Jan 14, 2025

Boys basketball: North Jersey boasts a bonanza of 'impact sophomores'


Here's the  annual look at North Jersey's "impact sophomores" from the Big North and NJIC. These 10th graders have started multiple games, and their coaches nominated them with supporting stats and provided insight:

David Brennan, Old Tappan: 14 points, 5 rebounds, 93 percent free-throw shooter. “David is a two-year starter for Old Tappan and a really talented player,” coach Craig Ferraro said. “Dave is a competitor and never shies away from the big moments.”

We are expecting big things for Brennan next year as a junior. 

Portrait of Greg MatturaGreg Mattura

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