preseason girls elite

Before the season even gets into high gear, two of the best girls basketball players in the county are lost for the year to knee injuries in King City's Carolyn Madson and Salinas' Mia Musones.
While it hurts both teams, it doesn't deplete the talent pool in Monterey County.
Again, three months from now, things will change.
But as of December, here is The Herald's preseason All-County basketball team.
Marea Goodman, Stevenson: A three-year starter that can score from anywhere on the court.
Kendall Keith, Stevenson: A 3-point artist that will run a potent offense.
Taylor Fox, Santa Catalina: You will know about this sophomore by the end of the season.
Pauline Ferrall, Carmel: Averging over 21 points and a dozen boards in the preseason.
Edthel Lugo, North Salinas: Aspirations of repeating as league champions fall on Lugo's shoulders.
Nathalie Godoy, Notre Dame: This time last year, Godoy wasn't even a starter.
Natasha Ray, Seaside: A role player last year, Ray's role this winter is to score.
Breana Warnars, North County: Her leadership values and 10 points a game are key.
Hannah Larick, Salinas: With Musones out, more points will be expected from the 6-foot junior.
Dominique Dinner, Monterey: When you average 19 points a game, you get my attention.