Dexter Strickland (Soph.) 6�3 Rahway (NJ) St. Patrick's: This summer young Mr. Strickland had his coming out party at the Nike All-American Camp. Strickland has developed the ability to knock down the 3-ball consistently. Young Mr. Strickland is also blessed with high flying athletism, he can take it to the rack and score from anywhere on the floor. Look for Dexter to step into the lead role at St. Patrick�s next year.

Jordan Theodore (Jr.) 6�1 Paterson (NJ) Paterson Catholic: 6-foot Jordon is electrifying with the rock. He�s cat quick, and can get to the rim a will. Theodore has developed range on his jump shot which makes him really difficult to cover in the open court. This year he�ll be asked to do a lot more for Paterson Catholic as its leader.

 Travon Woodall (Jr.) 6�0 Jersey City (NJ) St. Anthony's HS: This summer at the ABCD camp Travon turned many of the top college coaches heads as he held his own with the nation�s best. Travon�s explosiveness allows him to blow by defenders and get to the rim. Look for him to be the next great guard to wear a St. Anthony�s Friar uniform.

 Justin Crosgile (Soph.) 5�11 Paterson (NJ) DePaul Catholic: Crosgile is a problem to opposing coaches and players alike.  He�s so talented he can easily disrupt the opposition�s game plan.  He�s as dangerous at penetrating defenses, where he can rack up assists or lay-ups as he is hitting pull up jumpers.  On the other side of the ball he�s easily one of the top defenders in the state.

Quintrell Thomas (Jr.) 6�8 Newark (NJ) St. Patrick: The 6-foot 8 inch Thomas is waiting to show the world how much he�s improved in the past year.  His rebounding and shot-blocking prowess will be a welcomed addition to a St. Patrick team that lost its entire frontline a year ago to graduation.  What many will marvel at is the quickness of his 2^nd and 3^rd bounce off the floor and a sweet stroke from 17-19ft out.

Gio Fontan (Jr.) 6�1 Jersey City (NJ) St. Anthony : Often regarded as the 3^rd best guard on a stacked Friars team.  That may not necessarily be true anymore.  Fontan has put on a few inches and added a little more muscle without losing a step.  He�s the consummate point man, who can drive, dish, and defend with the best of them, but his leadership qualities are what separates him from the rest.  

Tamir Jackson (Soph.) 6�2 Newark (NJ) St. Benedict Prep: Jackson will move into the starting line-up this year at St. Benedict�s. Tamir is one of the quickest ball handlers in the state. Jackson is a slasher who always finds his way to the hoop for the score or assist. There isn�t a tougher guard in the state.
 

Lance Brown (Soph.) 6�3 Paterson (NJ) Paterson Catholic: 6-3 Paterson Catholic Sophomore Lance Brown had a breakout summer and now he�s regarded as one of the top prospects in the class of 2009 in New Jersey. Lance is one of the most explosive young guards in the class of 2009. He�s strong and quick with the ball, and plays with an aggressive mentality. Brown can get to the rim and finish. He can also score off the dribble and the perimeter as well. Lance has started to demonstrate the ability to draw defenders and create scoring opportunities for his teammates.

Mike Rosario (Jr.) 6�3 Jersey City (NJ) St. Anthony: Rosario is a scoring machine. He has a quick trigger from the mid-range and 3-point land that he�s not bashful about pulling. His quick first step allows him to get the basket with relative ease. When he�s on, he can score in bunches. He has a great feel for the game and is an underated passer and defender.

 
Ryan Brooks (Jr.) 6�8 Oakcrest (NJ) Holy Spirit: Brooks has the potential to be the top small forward prospect in the state.  The way he rebounds the ball and coast to coast drives is reminiscent of  NBA great, Scottie Pippen.  Once he plays with a little more toughness all the high majors will come calling.

Eugene Teague (Jr.) 6�8 Vineland (NJ) St. Augustine: This should be a breakout year for Teague.  He has all the tools to be a good one � nice size, strength, and footwork. Big time post moves! He possesses soft hands and a soft touch around basket. Defensively, he�s good at using his wide body but needs to improve quickness. This season he emerges as the go-to-guy for South Jersey power St. Augustine.

 
Parris Bennett (Soph.) 6�6 Elizabeth (NJ) St. Patrick�s: Parris is beyond his years in terms of footwork and touch. The 6�6 sophomore can score around the basketball with either hand, put the ball on the deck and can knock down the 3-ball. Much will be expected of young Mr. Bennett as St. Patrick�s graduated both of their starting forwards from a year ago.

 Gregory Echenique (Soph.) 6�9 Newark (NJ) St. Benedict: Echenique is a is a throw-back center who�s a monstrous rebounder and skilled finisher.  His continued maturation will have him pushing Dexter Strickland for that #1 spot.  One of the best big men in the state right now, even though only a sophomore.