For many, music is a push factor against the demons of anxiety and nervousness before a competition. For others, a pre-game playlist is a "Secret sauce" used to stir up and release whatever is channeled within them in an effort to lead their team to victory. 

Below is a interview series called "Gameday Playlist Vibes," which feature must-play pre-game songs from rising basketball stars in New Jersey. Next up is Bound Brook center Cortlyn Morris. The versatile front court player was sensational as a sophomore, making the All-Group One team. Cortlyn has two triple doubles this year. She also has nine games with 7 blocks or more this year Enjoy the jams from the junior center below. 

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Tough - A person characterized by an uncompromising determination and discipline that can endure a period of hardship or difficulty. They are strong and firm, but they are still flexible. They are not brittle. They won’t break easily.

Camille Gray is tough.

By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop

In basketball, much attention is paid to the players, and rightfully so. But watching a good coaching duel develop can be like watching a work of art being created in front of you.

TheDribbleDrop has always appreciated all facets of the game and will be linking with a distinguished high school basketball coaches every week to discuss the ins and outs of the game and what happens in-between the lines.

This week, Mater Dei head coach Ben Gamble. During our interview he discusses his time working at St.Anthony's alongside Coach Hurley, why so many kids turned to private schools over public schools, the keys to being a successful coach and more .

By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop on IG and Twitter

For many, music is a push factor against the demons of anxiety and nervousness before a competition. For others, a pre-game playlist is a "Secret sauce" used to stir up and release whatever is channeled within them in an effort to lead their team to victory. 

Today we begin a new series titled "Gameday Playlist Vibes," which feature must-play pre-game songs from rising basketball stars in New Jersey. Next up is Trenton Catholic guard Khalif Battle. The STRAPPED sophomore is known for getting hot fast on the court, averaging 19 points per game this year. Battle also has 12 games this year that he's hit three 3 pointers made in a game or more. Enjoy the jams from the junior guard below. 

Thoughts before the game: The mindset is to prove everyone wrong. My music is mixed from rappers trying to be great, to Jay-Z, who’s the goat. I love the swag that he comes with.. he has the swagger I want.

On the bus rides for away games:  My bus ride games are to listen old school calm songs to relax and rest up, but when I’m getting dressed it’s strictly music to get me prepared for war. 

As told to by Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop

“I don’t get too excited about shots I make because I’m supposed make them. I’m more perplexed when I don’t make it.” - Jesus Shuttlesworth.

Once an afterthought in basketball, the art of shooting has become one of the games most interesting subjects to study. From Reggie Miller, Ray Allen, Larry Bird and Stephen Curry all have different shooting mechanics in a sense but they all have been extremely effective from beyond the arc.

One thing about the art of shooting is clear though: there is a method to the madness. For those shooting savants, TheDribbleDrop has started a new feature series called “Respect The Shooter.” Each article will discuss the ins and outs of shooting.

Next up is Montclair High guard Charles Murphy. The sensational shooter is knocking down 3 three pointers made per game thus far.

A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.

Sarah Karpell is a leader. The floor general leads by example every game with via her workmanlike approach to the game. No matter the situation, Sarah plays under control offensively. Defensively, she’s relentless. She smothers her opponent throughout the game. You can tell she takes that side of the floor serious and personal.

Like a virus, her approach to the game infected her teammates in the best way possible. They defend at an elite level across the board. The offense runs like a 1972 Gran Torino. They are smooth. It all starts at point at St. John’s Vianney.

Recently we sat down with Karpell to discuss what makes St. John Vianney click, her commitment to Fordham, playing alongside Tori Hyduke in the spring and more. - By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop

For many, music is a push factor against the demons of anxiety and nervousness before a competition. For others, a pre-game playlist is a "Secret sauce" used to stir up and release whatever is channeled within them in an effort to lead their team to victory. 

Today we begin a new series titled "Gameday Playlist Vibes," which feature must-play pre-game songs from rising basketball stars in New Jersey. Next up is Manasquan wing Lola Mullaney. Jaida had a strong game this weekend against #10 Rumson-Fair Haven, logging a 20 points in the win! On the year, the crafty guard is averaging 15 points per game.  Enjoy the jams from the junior wing below. 

As told to by Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop

There is much to be excited about this time of year, and possibly no player has more to be amped up about then Dara Mabrey. The talented floor general was selected as the New Jersey Player of the Year as a junior in 2017. Manasquan also made an incredible tournament run, but fell short in the championship game to Franklin. Thedribbledrop & NJHoopRecruit are honored to introduce Dara as one of first diarists. Check back throughout the season as Dara gives us an insider look at the life of a star student athlete playing basketball on the highest level in New Jersey.  

As told to Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop

In basketball, much attention is paid to the players, and rightfully so. But watching a good coaching duel develop can be like watching a work of art being created in front of you.

TheDribbleDrop has always appreciated all facets of the game and will be linking with a distinguished high school basketball coaches every week to discuss the ins and outs of the game and what happens in-between the lines.

This week, Rumson-Fair Haven head coach Dave Callahan. During our interview he discusses the three keys to being a sudcessful offensive player in his system, the similarities between Brendan Barry and Tori Hyduke, his thoughts on the shot clock and more .

By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop on IG and Twitter

For many, music is a push factor against the demons of anxiety and nervousness before a competition. For others, a pre-game playlist is a "Secret sauce" used to stir up and release whatever is channeled within them in an effort to lead their team to victory. 

Today we begin a new series titled "Gameday Playlist Vibes," which feature must-play pre-game songs from rising basketball stars in New Jersey. Next up is St. Joes (Rutherford) forward Marc Dadika. The sensational senior is averaging 20 points and 15 rebounds per game thus far. Enjoy the jams from the Fairleigh Dickinson commit below. 

As told to by Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop