Ayla Keefe has already announced her commitment to Davidson. (Doug Leclerc)
The rapid rise of Newman in the New England basketball food chain has been defined largely by the emergence of the boys program as two-time defending Class AAA champions.
But don't let that overshadow the growth taking place on the girls side.
The Cardinals have taken flight quickly in just three years, establishing themselves as tough competitors in Class AAA. But with a huge influx of new talent behind some well-known returning stars, is Newman ready to truly contend for a championship?
I attended the Cardinals' open gym on Sept. 9 to see how the fall is progressing. Here's what to expect from the Cardinals when we get to winter.
