The Floor General: A Sitdown With Kenna Squier

February 20, 2019

“I don't want to be a point guard, or a two-guard, I want people to think of me as "creative", I just want to create on the court.” - “The Answer," b.k.a. “Bubba Chuck.”

The point guard, or the floor general, is essential to a team's success. A great point guard controls the pace of the game and the emotional swings of his team. Great point guards have mastered the art of communication. In a limited period of time, they can relay a message with very few words. They read emotions and react. They utilize dead ball situations and timeouts to seek tutelage and make adjustments. As they go, so shall the team .

Below is an article within our feature series titled, "The Floor General." During the series we will link with countless point guards to pick their brains and see what makes today's point guard tick. Next up is Pope John point guard Kenna Squier. The NJIT commit is averaging 23 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists, and 8 steals per game. - by Christian Mordi @thedribbledrop on Instagram and Twitter.

Q+A: Emma Duerr

February 14, 2019

Thank you basketball gods for allowing Emma to find joy in her first day on the floor.I guess Emma must’ve really loved the game, as Duerr has emerged as one of the best frontcourt players in the state. Emma is a strong rebounder and versatile offensive player. She has a wide array of moves down low and can consistently hit the mid range shot. Emma has emerged a matchup nightmare against many teams.

Recently we sat down with Emma to talk about her experience at Morris Catholic, new head coach Billy Lovett, her commitment to Tulsa and more. - By Christian Mordi @thedribbledrop on Instagram and Twitter.

The Floor General: A Sitdown With Zanai Jones

February 13, 2019

“I don't want to be a point guard, or a two-guard, I want people to think of me as "creative", I just want to create on the court.” - “The Answer," b.k.a. “Bubba Chuck.”

Below is an article within our feature series titled, "The Floor General." During the series we will link with countless point guards to pick their brains and see what makes today's point guard tick. Next up is Hudson Catholic guard Zanai “The Quiet Storm,” Jones. --By Christian Mordi @thedribbledrop on Instagram and Twitter.

Respect The Shooter: Kennedy Jardine

February 5, 2019

“I don’t get too excited about shots I make because I’m supposed make them. I’m more perplexed when I don’t make it.” - Jesus Shuttlesworth.

Once an afterthought in basketball, the art of shooting has become one of the games most interesting subjects to study. From Reggie Miller, Ray Allen, Larry Bird and Stephen Curry all have different shooting mechanics in a sense but they all have been extremely effective from beyond the arc.

One thing about the art of shooting is clear though: there is a method to the madness. For those shooting savants, TheDribbleDrop has started a new feature series called “Respect The Shooter.” Each article will discuss the ins and outs of shooting.

Next up is The Hun School guard Kennedy Jardine. The sensational shooter has averaging 3.2 three pointers made per game thus far. Jardine has hit four or more threes in nine games this year.

Diary Entry #1: Sajada Bonner

February 1, 2019

There is much to be excited about this time of year, and possibly no player has more to be amped up about than Sajada Bonner. The sensational shooting guard made 3rd team All-State in 2017. St. John Vianney made an incredible tournament run, but fell short in the Shore Championship to Manasquan and in the state tournament sectional final against St. Rose. Thedribbledrop & NJHoopRecruit are honored to introduce Sajada as one of our diarists for the 2018-2019 season. Check back throughout the season as Bonner gives us an insider look at the life of a star student athlete playing basketball on the highest level in New Jersey.

As told to Christian Mordi / @mordi_thecomeup

Hello everyone! My name is Sajada Bonner and I am a guard for St. John Vianney. I will be checking in with you guys twice a month to share my journey throughout my senior season!

The Floor General: A Sitdown with Mimi Rubino

January 21, 2019

“I don't want to be a point guard, or a two-guard, I want people to think of me as "creative", I just want to create on the court.” - “The Answer," b.k.a. “Bubba Chuck.”

Below is an article within our feature series titled, "The Floor General." During the series we will link with countless point guards to pick their brains and see what makes today's point guard tick. Next up is Morris Catholic guard Mimi Rubino. --By Christian Mordi @thedribbledrop on Instagram and Twitter.

The Journey & College Commitment of Lola Mullaney

December 26, 2018

My freshman year I played for Colts Neck. We were a pretty good team that year as we were top 10 in the shore that year. I enjoyed my experience a lot but I wanted to take my game to the next level. I put in a lot of time that spring and summer on my craft. I ended up transferring to Manasquan High as well.

#GirlsTopTen - #1 St.John Vianney

December 14, 2018

By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop on Twitter

Team: St. John Vianney

Ranking: 1

Record Last season: 25-3

Key players: Sajada Bonner, Senior

Brelynn Bellamy, Senior

Sarah Karpell, Senior,

Rahmena Henderson, Senior

Potential emerging stars: Madison St. Rose, Freshman

Katie Hill, sophomore

Team analysis: St. John Vianney is one of the dynasties in girls basketball in the state of New Jersey. This team has seen great success over the years and that trend will continue this year.

The Lady Lancers boast four seniors (Karpell, Bonner, Henderson and Bellamy) who have committed to play Division One basketball. It could be argued that they play the best defense in the state. They run a wide array of presses at a high level that strangle opposing offenses.

The team is led by floor general Sarah Karpell. The Fordham commit sets the tone for this team on both sides of the floor. Quinnipiac commit Sajada Bonner may be the best two way shooting guard in the state. She’s an elite shooter that can hit hot quick. Brelynn Bellamy is one of the most underrated players in the state. She’s a solid rebounder, can defend multiple positions and can knock down the three. Rahmena Henderson is an an x-factor. Henderson is a scrappy defender who lives at the rim offensively. If that wasn’t enough, Vianney has added one of the best freshman in the state to their roster in Madison St. Rose.

SJV can play any style needed to win. They have a starting five loaded with talent and experience. The have one of the best coaches in the state in Dawn Karpell. This team has the talent to go all the way.

Stat to know: The Lady Lancers boast four seniors who have committed to play at Division One programs.

#GirlsTopTen - #2 Franklin

December 14, 2018

By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop

Team: Franklin

Ranking: 3rd

Record Last season: 25-8

Key players: Diamond Miller, Senior

Potential emerging stars: Keona Schenck, junior

Kennedy Schenck, junior

Kiersten McCloud, Senior

Team analysis: Franklin has been to back-to-back Championship games and will look to keep the streak going again this year.

While the roster has lost Camille Gray to LIU Brooklyn via graduation, Franklin returns four starters from last years T.O.C. runner up. One big reason Franklin has been a dominant force in Group 4 is All-State guard Diamond Miller. The Maryland Bound wing is one of the best, if the not the best, scorers in the state and nation. Diamond has a Kevin Durant-like bounce to her game.

The Schenck twins are a key pieces to the success of Franklin. They set the tone defensively for their run and jump style of play. Both are a blur in transition and attack the rim with reckless abandon. Franklin is very well coached and always finds a way to play their best basketball down the stretch. It’s going to be very hard to stop Miller, especially with the strong supporting cast around her. If this team rebounds the ball well, they have the talent to win Group 4 again and make a T.O.C. title run.

Stat to know: Franklin won its first ever Somerset County title in 2018.

#GirlsTopTen - #3 Saddle River Day

December 14, 2018

By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop on Twitter and Instagram

Team: Saddle River Day

Ranking: 3rd

Record Last season: 24-7

Key players: Michelle Sidor, Senior

Jaida Patrick, Senior

Jenna Jordan, Senior

Sydnei Caldwell, Senior

Potential emerging stars: Jayyden Laafonant, Senior

Sanai Caldwell, Freshman

Team analysis: Saddle River Day made history last year, winning the first Non-Public B title in school history. With that being said, the fun is really just beginning for SDR.

The team is returning two all state players in Jaida Patrick and Michelle Sidor. Patrick was sensational in her first year transferring in from Long Island Lutheran. The Duke commit is one of the best two-way players in the state. Sidor broke the 2,000 point mark last year and made first team all-state for the first time in her career. The Michigan commit is a walking bucket. Sidor has limitless range and is amazing in pick and roll situations. LIU Brooklyn commit Jenna Jordan has been a dominant force in the paint for SDR. Jordan is saavy down low and can knock down shots away from the rim when needed. Jayden Lafontant caught bad luck the past couple years via injury, but is healthy and is in for a big year. Looking to join the fun is senior transfer Sydnei Caldwell. The Arizona State commit is a lockdown defender and strong threat scoring at the wing spot.

This team has the talent to win county this year and challenge for a T.O.C. title. If this team defends and rebounds at a high level, it will be hard to matchup with them offensively.

Stat to know: SDR won it’s first Non-Public B Title against Rutgers Prep last year.