Top Performers in the Cougar Classic Tournament
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Chatham hosted its annual Cougar Classic Hoops Tournament this past week with games versus Northern Highlands and Oak Knoll, while Old Tappan took on Oak Knoll. The Lady Cougars’ youth gave its team every reason to be optimistic this season,…
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Continue ReadingChatham hosted its annual Cougar Classic Hoops Tournament this past week with games versus Northern Highlands and Oak Knoll, while Old Tappan took on Oak Knoll.
The Lady Cougars’ youth gave its team every reason to be optimistic this season, as it continues to blossom and develop through the typical growing pains of a young squad. Old Tappin also had reason to celebrate, as it pulled together a complete effort.
Here are the players that stood out and performed well.
Thursday
Freshman Ella Kreuzer Ella Kreuzer 5'10" | SG Chatham | 2025 State NJ scored a game-high 18 points in Chatham’s 49-28 win over Northern Highlands on Thursday while dynamic junior guard Riley Allen contributed 15 points. Allen is averaging 13.25 ppg through four contests.
Junior Ashley Crystal and sophomore Cate Weinberg dropped in nine points apiece for the Lady Highlanders.
Old Tappan junior Mackenzie Ward poured in14 points and senior Ashley Belous contributed 12 in its 49-38 win against Oak Knoll on Thursday.
Milan Jones Milan Jones 5'9" | SG Oak Knoll | 2025 State NJ drained a game-high 15 points for the Oak Knoll Lady Royals.
Monday
Allen scored a game-best 14 points and grabbed 12 rebounds while freshman Kreuzer followed with 13, as Chatham defeated Oak Knoll, 54-27, Monday night. Freshman Mia Semioli added eight in the win.
Jones had nine points and junior Elizabeth Archer added eight in the Lady Royals loss.
— Jerry Del Priore