Syracuse, N.Y. — Section III’s girls basketball season is underway, and many players are getting the chance to help replace the contributions of graduated stars and possibly put their own unique stamp on a position.

Syracuse.com surveyed Central New York girls basketball coaches to ask which of their returning players is likely to get the first crack at stepping into the roles of All-CNY players who graduated. Here’s who they highlighted:

Gianna Almaviva , G, Giulianna Izzo , G, Little Falls

Replacing: Alexis Kress

Scouting report: “(Almaviva) is a senior, a great communicator and sees the floor well. Never underestimate her abilities on the floor. We are hoping to see her three-point shots shine this season.

“Seeing more time on the floor will be Giuliana Izzo, who is pr

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