I am not sure where the 9th grade game comment came from, does that even exists. Not even sure why you lumped JV in. IMHO I believe the post was about impactful players on varsity that happen to be 9th or younger.
Connetiquot and Smithtown had some high profile 9th graders last year. About 10 or so 8th graders played significant moments for their Varsity teams. What schools (outside of Bay Shore) have those young players filling roles this year.
The 9th grade comment was with respect to catholics who do not bring young players up the Varsity level regardless of their talent. These boys wind up playing on 9th grade teams that nobody cares about (except of course the players and their parents) As for any 9th or 8th graders playing pivotal roles on their top tier LI public teams, The answer is no. Some got in a bit, and learned a lot. Made some contributions. This would be the year they (sophomores ) will use that experience to be difference makers.IMHO
