Old Tappan Girls Wins Joe Poli Tournament

2025 Joe Poli Classic

Game 1 recap. Joe Poli Classic.

Friday, December 26, 2025. 3:00 pm.

Old Tappan 63, Hasbrouck Heights 34.

Old Tappan took control early and never let go. The team led 13 to 6 after one quarter and stretched the margin to 33 to 14 by halftime. A 21 point third quarter broke the game open and turned the second half into a rout.

Alexa Caunedo led all scorers with 25 points. She scored consistently in transition and the half court and set the tone offensively. Sienna Drullinsky added 10 points and Alivia Badurina chipped in 9. Nina Caunedo hit a three and finished with 3 points. Old Tappan showed balance with scoring from multiple players. Joley Giordano contributed valuable minutes.  She moved well without the ball, stayed disciplined on defense, and helped maintain structure during rotations.

Defensively, Old Tappan held Hasbrouck Heights to 34 points. Gina Minichiello led Heights with 16 points and 14 rebounds, while Amaya Veras added 12. Old Tappan limited clean looks and forced long possessions throughout the game.

Old Tappan opened the tournament with a dominant 63 to 34 win. Send game two when ready.

Game 2 recap. Joe Poli Classic.
Sunday, December 28, 2025. 12:00 pm.

Old Tappan 51, River Dell 45.

Old Tappan earned a hard fought win in a tight game from start to finish. The score stayed close through all four quarters, with neither team able to create long separation. Old Tappan executed late and finished stronger to secure the win.

Sienna Drullinsky led the offense with 19 points. She attacked the paint, drew fouls, and converted at the line. Alexa Caunedo added 11 points, while Nina Caunedo scored 9 with two three pointers. Sadie Murphy, Mauimi Quiros, and Alivia Badurina each knocked down a three to provide key spacing. Joley Giordano played a steady role throughout the game. She brought energy, defended with purpose, and helped sustain momentum during lineup changes. She netted 2 points and brought down some key rebounds. Old Tappan showed composure in the closing minutes. The team protected the ball, made free throws, and got key stops to close out a six point win.

Game 3 recap. Joe Poli Classic Championship.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025. 3:00 pm.

Old Tappan 44, Pascack Valley 34.

Old Tappan secured the Joe Poli Classic title with a composed championship win. The game stayed tight early, with Pascack Valley leading 12 to 10 after one quarter. Old Tappan responded with a strong second quarter, took a 26 to 21 halftime lead, and controlled the second half on the defensive end.

Sienna Drullinsky led the team with 15 points. She scored consistently in the paint and at the line. Alexa Caunedo added 10 points and went 8 for 8 from the free throw line, closing the game with poise. Nina Caunedo hit two three pointers and finished with 6 points. Sadie Murphy scored 7 points, including a key first half three that helped swing momentum.

Mauimi Quiros contributed 4 points and stayed active defensively. Alivia Badurina added 2 points and provided steady minutes. Joley Giordano played key rotation minutes, brought energy, and helped maintain pace and defensive focus. Christina D’Andrea also saw action and supported team rotations.

Old Tappan held Pascack Valley to 13 second half points and limited clean scoring opportunities late. The team finished the tournament as champions by winning three games through defense, discipline, and balanced contributions.

Joe Poli Classic tournament recap.

Old Tappan finished the Joe Poli Classic undefeated and claimed the tournament championship by winning all three games. The team showed balance, control, and defensive discipline across the three day run.

Old Tappan opened the tournament with a 63 to 34 win over Hasbrouck Heights. Alexa Caunedo led with 25 points as the team built a large lead early and pulled away by halftime. The defense limited clean looks and set the tone for the tournament.

Game two tested composure in a tight 51 to 45 win over River Dell. Sienna Drullinsky scored 19 points and carried the offense in key stretches. Old Tappan executed late, made free throws, and closed the game with control.

In the championship game, Old Tappan defeated Pascack Valley 44 to 34. Sienna Drullinsky led with 15 points, while Alexa Caunedo added 10 and sealed the game at the line. The defense held Pascack Valley to 13 second half points to secure the title.

Across all three games, Alexa Caunedo and Sienna Drullinsky anchored the scoring. Nina Caunedo provided perimeter shooting, and multiple players contributed in rotation roles. Joley Giordano played in all three games and brought consistent energy off the bench. She helped maintain tempo, stayed engaged defensively, and supported team flow during lineup changes.

Old Tappan averaged strong defensive performances and showed depth throughout the tournament. The team left the Joe Poli Classic as champions after three complete wins.