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2022 - 2023  All-Stars

Class C

#23 Grace Libby

Berwick Academy

2024

Forward

13ppg

Grace is a first time NEPSGBA All-Star. Currently a Junior Captain at Berwick, she has been a 3 years starter and was selected as Team MVP her Freshmen year. Grace impacts the game in many ways. She has been one of the top defenders in the EIL since she arrived at Berwick and came into her own as a offensive threat year. She can play on the perimeter and has the skills and ability to score int the post as well. Selected as All EIL in her Junior year, Grace has helped Berwick qualify for the EIL postseason the past 2 seasons.

Bob Callahan

#10 Mira Franzoso

Berwick Academy

2025

Guard

10ppg

In just her first year at Berwick, Mira has made an immediate impact on the court. A Sophomore guard who has the ability to score from the outside, she also posses good strength and can get to the rim. Mira plays with high intensity and is not afraid to dive for loose balls and push the pace of the game. She is a big reason the Berwick is playing in the post season.

Bob Callahan

#20 Ella Smith

Berwick Academy

2026

Guard

13ppg

Still only a Freshmen, Ella has served as a starter for the past 2 seasons and has emerged as one of the top young players in the EIL. Offensively, Ella is a threat on the perimeter as one of the best 3 point shooters in the league. She also has the ability to finish at the rim and rebounds exceptionally well for a young guard. Ella is a very active defensive player and has a very high basketball IQ for her age.

Bob Callahan

#1 Annie Perry

Brewster Academy

5'4"

2023

Guard

Annie is a four-year starter at Brewster Academy. She has played a key role in the team's success during her time at Brewster, including a NEPSAC Class C Championship in the 2021-22 season. Annie has a high basketball IQ, which shows itself on both ends of the court. She's often guarding the opposing team's toughest guard, and when she's not, she's the first person to rotate to help. On offense, she takes as much pride in her passes as in her shots. She also can be deadly from the 3-point line and has had multiple games hitting over 4 3-pointers this season. Next year, Annie will be playing at St. Lawrence University.

Kara McDuffee

#13 De'Naya Rippey

Cheshire Academy

5'9"

2024

Guard

24 pts 12 reb 2 stl

3.5 GPA

De’Naya Rippey is a junior at Cheshire Academy. She is a versatile player, who can play any position on the floor. She can shoot from deep, score in the paint, and get her teammates the ball with great passes. Her intensity and defensive drive are her biggest strengths, which will help her at the next level. Nay's work ethic and drive are what helped CA have the success it did this season.

Caroline Brasa

#24 Regina Enriquez Yanez

Cushing Academy

6'3"

2024

Forward

18ppg , 10 rpg, 5 bpg, 30 min pg

3.7 GPA

Regina comes to Cushing from Mexico City. She is a phenomenal player that has caught the attention of many in her short time here! Averaging a double-double in points and rebounds, she has become a force that has created a lot of matchup problems for opposing teams. The combination of her size, footwork, speed, and explosiveness, and shot blocking ability has made her one of the top players in the NEPSAC. Regina's contributions play a huge role in the wins for Cushing Academy this season.

Natalie Wilson

#5 Natalia Zappone

Frederick Gunn

5'5"

2023

Point Guard

26.7 PPG, 31.5 MPG

Natalia is a four year senior for The Frederick Gunn School Highlanders. While her sophomore year was cancelled due to COVID, she managed to score a career total of 1351 points. She hit her 1000th point in January after just 46 games in a Gunn uniform. She has led the team in scoring in each of her three years and scored over 500 points in both her junior and senior years. Natalia is unrelenting, she has a ruthless step back three and can bait even the most skilled defender to challenge her range. She pushes the pace of the game and has assisted dozens of layups on full court passes. Natalia sees the court better than many college players and is always there to pick up a teammate. She plays with incredible passion and care. In addition to scoring Natalia leads the team in steals this season and is one of our top rebounders. Natalia has made a lasting impact on the Gunn Basketball program and leaves as the school's all time point scorer.

Amy Paulekas

#24 Amalyah McCoy

Gann Academy

5'3"

2025

Guard

15 ppg, 6 rpg, 4 apg, 4 spg

3.8 GPA

Amalyah is a first time NEPSGBA All-Star as a sophomore. She is a two year starter and is an impactful player on both ends of the court. She is the leading scorer and leads the team in assists. She always makes sure to get everyone else involved during the game as the point guard, making great reads, dishing out assists and starting our offense. She also is able to take over when necessary. She is explosive off the dribble, and is a good shooter as well. Defensively, she has quick feet and good hands. She is great at making the opposing point guard work to start offense, and always has her hands on the ball. She is also a willing and effective rebounder. She is also an excellent student carrying a 3.8 gpa. The sky is the limit for this sophomore.

Jason Luisi

#23 Eveani Okwuosa

Hamden Hall

5'9"

2023

Guard

13ppg 6rpg 4spg

4.1 GPA

Eveani is a first time NEPSGBA all-star. She has come up so big for us this year. Eveani is our tone setter on the defensive end and is elite on that side of the ball. Eveani will be playing basketball at university of New Haven next season.

Brian Johnson

#12 Emma Olausson

Hamden Hall

5'11"

2025

Point Guard

13ppg 5 reb 2 st

4.3 GPA

Emma is a first time NEPSGBA all-star. Emma has made huge strides in her sophomore season. She has made the transition to the point position for us and has been able to provide great energy and scoring punch throughout the season.

Brian Johnson

#14 Rayne Durant

Hamden Hall

6'2"

2023

Forward

17ppg 11rpg 2bpg

4.0 GPA

Rayne is a All FAA and All NEPSAC performer. Rayne has been been great on both ends of the floor this year. Her leadership on and off the court has set the tone for our squad as well throughout. Rayne will be playing basketball at UMASS Lowell next year.

Brian Johnson

#5 Jayda Johnson

Hamden Hall

6'1"

2023

Guard

2022 stats (injured earlier this season) 19ppg 10rpg 5 apg

4.4 GPA

Jayda is a ALL FAA and All NEPSAC performer in her previous seasons. Before her injury early in the season was expected to have a huge season. Jayda has been huge on the sidelines for our team inspiring her teamates. Jayda is committed to play Basketball for Boston College

Brian Johnson

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