Darius Adams led Manasquan to new heights in 2022-23 while establishing himself as the Shore's top player and one of the state's best. And he is just getting started.
The three finalists for Shore Sports Network Boys Basketball Player of the Year all shined on the biggest stages during the 2022-23 season and two of them will be back in 2024.
Three coaches with a Shore Conference Tournament championship on their career résumé populate the list of Shore Sports Network Coach of the Year finalists for 2023.
Two rookies from non-public powers, plus a small-school standout headline the three finalist for the second ever Shore Sports Network Boys Basketball Freshman of the Year.
Darius Adams closed out his brilliant sophomore season with a signature performance at Rutgers, helping Manasquan win its first ever Group II championship.