Wallkill High Alum Zoe Mesuch Earns Fifth Patriot League Rookie Honor
Navy freshman guard Zoe Mesuch just picked up her fifth Patriot League Rookie of the Week honor this season. She’s a Wallkill High School grad and has become a key part of Navy’s women’s basketball team’s strong run in the league.
Her recent games haven’t just boosted her own stats—they’ve really pushed her team forward, too.
Zoe Mesuch’s Stellar Performances
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Mesuch kicked off her week with nine points in a 62-46 win over Lafayette at the Naval Academy on February 4. Then, she followed that up with a big game against American on February 7—scoring 13 points, including 11 in a wild third quarter.
That third-quarter burst turned a tight three-point lead into a 22-point cushion heading into the final period. Navy cruised from there, finishing with an 86-58 victory.
Key Stats and Contributions
For the week, she averaged 11 points, 2 rebounds, and hit 1.5 three-pointers per game. She shot efficiently, making 5 of 7 from the field and knocking down a second-half three against American.
Her efforts have helped Navy keep a 10-1 record in the Patriot League and go 16-6 overall. That’s not a fluke—it’s hard-earned.
- Points per game: 12.9
- Field goal percentage: 40.2%
- Three-point percentage: 34.0%
- Total points this season: 283
Accolades and Achievements
With five Rookie of the Week awards, Mesuch leads the league—she’s even moved past Lehigh’s Leia Edwards in that category. Her steady play has fueled Navy’s nine-game win streak.
The team’s next test is a home game against Bucknell on February 11, and you can catch it live on ESPN+ if you’re curious.
Historical Achievements
Mesuch’s high school run wasn’t any less impressive. She picked up Freeman Girls Basketball Player of the Year honors three times from 2023 to 2025, something nobody had done since the award started in 1978.
She also left Wallkill High as its all-time leading scorer with 2,174 points in 99 games. The Basketball Coaches Association of New York named her Section 9 Class AA Player of the Year for 2024-25, and she was the top player in the Mid-Hudson Athletic League’s American Conference.
Future Prospects
Honestly, with the way she’s playing, it’s hard not to imagine Zoe Mesuch making an even bigger impact as her college career rolls on. She’s got a knack for stepping up when it matters, and that’s something you can’t really teach.
Upcoming Challenges
Navy faces Bucknell on February 11. This game could really shape their position in the Patriot League standings.
Mesuch will have a lot of eyes on her as she keeps building on her standout freshman year. People are definitely curious to see what she’ll pull off next.
For more about Zoe Mesuch’s achievements and upcoming games, check out the full article on the Daily Freeman website.