Unveiling the Stars of North Jersey Girls Tennis

FIRST TEAM

Isabella Cardinal from Fort Lee, a senior, has been a three-time selection. She led the Lady Bridgemen to a remarkable fifth consecutive Big North American title, going 16 - 3 in the process. Her efforts also qualified her for the Bergen County first singles semifinals, where she faced off against Holy Angels' Jaime Carlin. Cardinal's consistent performance continued as she reached the NJSIAA singles Round of 32 for the second year in a row, battling Bergen County champ Sylvie Yao of Dwight - Englewood before falling, 6 - 4, 7 - 5. Over her four varsity seasons, she finished with an impressive 54 - 8 record.

Jaime Carlin, a sophomore from Holy Angels, played a crucial role in leading the Angels to their third Bergen County team title in four years. As the 2023 county champ at first singles, she finished as the runner - up this season to Dwight - Englewood's Sylvie Yao. However, she regrouped and made a strong run to the NJSIAA singles quarterfinals. In team matches, she went 10 - 2, with losses only coming against state singles finalists Nina Abalos (Montclair Kimberley) and Anika Paul (Pingry).

Kylee Hung, a sophomore from Saddle River Day, transferred from Ridgewood and made an immediate impact. She helped the Rebels sweep every flight in the Bergen Invitational Tournament, earning the team title. Hung defeated fellow first - teamer Jazmine Natividad in the BIT first singles crown, 7 - 5, 6 - 3. In dual matches, she finished 12 - 3 and earned a No. 9 - 16 seed for the NJSIAA singles tournament. She reached the state's Round of 16 before losing to eventual champ Nina Abalos.

Evelynn Kwak, a freshman from Hasbrouck Heights, was a key player for the Aviators. With her at first singles, the team (10 - 8) achieved double - digit victories for the first time in nearly a decade. She went 16 - 1 in dual matches, with her only loss coming against Hanover Park in the North 2, Group 1 quarterfinals. Entering the NJSIAA singles tournament as a No. 5 - 8 seed, she advanced to the Round of 16 but had to retire from her match against Jaime Carlin at 5 - 5 in the second set.

Britney Lee, a junior from Ridgefield Park, has been on the first team for three consecutive years. She and her sister Michele Lee (second singles) helped the 5 - 11 Scarlets equal their win total of the previous nine seasons combined. Britney earned a No. 5 - 8 seed for the NJSIAA singles tournament and finished 19 - 1 after advancing to the state quarterfinals. The only girls to defeat her in the past two years played for the 2024 state title, Nina Abalos and Anika Paul.

Sylvie Yao, a sophomore from Dwight - Englewood, was named the NJIC Player of the Year. She captured the Bergen County first singles title by defeating 2023 champ Jaime Carlin in the final, 6 - 3, 6 - 1. Although her appearances in dual matches were limited, she played a vital role in helping the Bulldogs (15 - 5) win the NJIC Liberty Division and reach the Non - Public team quarterfinals. As a 9 - 16 seed in the NJSIAA singled tournament, she defeated Fort Lee's Isabella Cardinal and Ridgefield Park's Michelle Lee to reach the quarterfinal round.

SECOND TEAM

Sabrina Chu, a sophomore from Demarest, has shown great potential on the tennis court. Phoebe Devine, a senior from Ridgewood, has contributed her skills to the team over the years. Michelle Lee, a freshman from Ridgefield Park, is making her mark in the sport. Jazmine Natividad, a sophomore from Bergenfield, has also been a standout. Avery Chang and Mia Custodio, both from Holy Angels, have performed well in doubles.

THIRD TEAM

Priscilla Chow from Cresskill, a junior, has been a key player. Lily Cole, a sophomore from Glen Rock, has shown promise. Hrystyna Khrupalo, a junior from Passaic Tech, has made significant contributions. Olivia Lai, a freshman from Bergen Tech, is starting to make her presence felt. Sophia Lee, a senior from Tenafly, and Faith Schulz, a junior from Mahwah, have also been notable.