Local Powerhouse Nazareth Takes Top Spot in Super 25 Girls Basketball Rankings
Nazareth, the powerhouse from Illinois, has secured its spot at number one on this week's Super 25 girls basketball rankings. The team, led by do-it-all senior forward Stella Sakalas, is riding high with back-to-back victories over Benet and Carmel.
The key to Nazareth's success lies not only in Sakalas' incredible skills but also in the contributions of juniors Sam Austin and Molly Moore. Austin provides crucial rebounding on both ends of the court, as evident in her impressive performance against Benet where she grabbed 10 rebounds and made a clutch three-pointer.
Moore's ball pressure and quick hands on defense have been particularly noteworthy, often disrupting opposing teams' passing schemes and making them uncomfortable with her aggressive playstyle. As Nazareth rounds into form at the right time, their unique dynamic makes them a team to watch for returning to the Class 4A championship game.
Meanwhile, Arundel's Quinn Arundel took home the GCAC Player of the Year award after another impressive season. The Mighty Macs senior guard has crossed the 1,000-point mark and continues to be one of the top players in the conference.
In other action, Fremd is looking strong after their win over Naperville Central on Saturday. Senior Greta Thompson led the way with an impressive performance, while Prospect features two talented players in Zoe Black and Allison Linke who will be crucial in their team's upcoming games.
Other notable matchups include Downers Grove North vs. Hinsdale Central and Marist vs. Nazareth this weekend. With a mix of experienced teams and rising stars, the Super 25 rankings reflect the exciting and unpredictable nature of Illinois girls' basketball right now.
Nazareth, the powerhouse from Illinois, has secured its spot at number one on this week's Super 25 girls basketball rankings. The team, led by do-it-all senior forward Stella Sakalas, is riding high with back-to-back victories over Benet and Carmel.
The key to Nazareth's success lies not only in Sakalas' incredible skills but also in the contributions of juniors Sam Austin and Molly Moore. Austin provides crucial rebounding on both ends of the court, as evident in her impressive performance against Benet where she grabbed 10 rebounds and made a clutch three-pointer.
Moore's ball pressure and quick hands on defense have been particularly noteworthy, often disrupting opposing teams' passing schemes and making them uncomfortable with her aggressive playstyle. As Nazareth rounds into form at the right time, their unique dynamic makes them a team to watch for returning to the Class 4A championship game.
Meanwhile, Arundel's Quinn Arundel took home the GCAC Player of the Year award after another impressive season. The Mighty Macs senior guard has crossed the 1,000-point mark and continues to be one of the top players in the conference.
In other action, Fremd is looking strong after their win over Naperville Central on Saturday. Senior Greta Thompson led the way with an impressive performance, while Prospect features two talented players in Zoe Black and Allison Linke who will be crucial in their team's upcoming games.
Other notable matchups include Downers Grove North vs. Hinsdale Central and Marist vs. Nazareth this weekend. With a mix of experienced teams and rising stars, the Super 25 rankings reflect the exciting and unpredictable nature of Illinois girls' basketball right now.
they're like the ultimate team squad with Stella, Sam, and Molly all crushing it on court! 
Arundel's Quinn is also killing it as GCAC Player of the Year, she's gotta be one of the best seniors in the conference 
Fremd's Greta Thompson is looking fierce too, can't wait to see more matchups this weekend especially Nazareth vs Marist 
- gotta say, Stella Sakalas is straight fire as a senior forward! 
her team's strength lies not just in her skills but also in how all players contribute to their success 
, and Moore's defensive prowess making teams uncomfortable 
. the GCAC Player of the Year award for Quinn Arundel is well-deserved too 
... meanwhile, Fremd and Prospect look strong too 
. And seriously, that 10-rebound game against Benet was insane! 
Can't wait to see what the rest of their season holds 
Nazareth is on fire and I am LIVING for it 
! And don't even get me started on those juniors, Sam Austin and Molly Moore... I mean, what can you say? They're like the dynamic duo of basketball 
! I'm literally counting down the days until their next game, can't wait to see them take on Marist this weekend 
!
. I'm shipping them to the Class 4A championship game ASAP 
Arundel's Quinn Arundel is so cool too 
she's got that GCAC Player of the Year award and I'm here for it