Michigan high school basketball players left their mark in the ESPN Hoopgurlz Top 100.
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Here is a look at the athletes that made the list:
<h2>Class of 2019</h2>
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="2386" first="Rickea" last="Jackson"] </strong>(6’2”, Wing, DEPSA)
Ranked #9
5 Star Recruit
Jackson is athletic and versatile. She has range on her jumper and is explosive taking the ball to the basket. Jackson is a mismatch because of her length and she is very active and aggressive on the glass.
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="22322" first="Moira" last="Joiner"] </strong>(5’9”, PG, Heritage)
Ranked #57
4 Star Recruit
Joiner is a pure playmaker. She excels in both transition and in a half court set. Joiner is an unselfish point guard who makes her teammates better. She can hunt buckets at any time.
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="22323" first="Alyza" last="Winston"] </strong>(5’7”, PG, Muskegon)
Ranked #70
4 Star Recruit
Winston is a flashy point guard who excels in a fast paced game. She’s a good ball handler who attacks and dishes, often times making the tough pass look easy. Winston uses good hip movement to break down defenders.
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="2388" first="Julia" last="Ayrault"] </strong>(6’2”, Wing, Grosse Pointe North, Michigan State commit)
Ranked #75
4 Star Recruit
Ayrault is a nightmare to defend on the perimeter. She’s at her best when playing downhill and attacking the rim. Ayrault effectively uses moves and countermoves to create space.
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="2469" first="Jasmine" last="Powell"] </strong>(5’6”, PG, Detroit Country Day)
Ranked #78
4 Star Recruit
Powell is a super fast point guard. She’s an excellent floor leader who is constantly communicating with her teammates. Powell is extremely dangerous in transition.
<h2>Class of 2020</h2>
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="2478" first="Gabrielle" last="Elliott"] </strong>(5’10”, Wing, DEPSA)
Ranked #15
4 Star Recruit
Elliott is an athletic player who gets up off the ground. She is dangerous in transition, either leading the break or on the wing. Elliott attacks the basket and plays downhill. She is a solid defender as well.
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="126233" first="Jasmine" last="Clerkley"] </strong>(5’11”, Wing, Okemos, Michigan State commit)
Ranked #47
4 Star Recruit
Clerkley is a strong and physical athlete. She likes to drive through opponents and finishes with contact. Clerkley’s versatility causes matchup nightmares for her opponents.
<h2>Class of 2021</h2>
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="4132" first="Damiya" last="Hagemann"] </strong>(5’7”, PG, DEPSA)
Ranked #15
5 Star Recruit
Hagemann is an athletic playmaker. She’s excellent in transition and is a bucket getter. Hagemann gets in the lane and creates for her teammates. She’s a true floor leader who commands respect.
<h2>Class of 2022</h2>
<strong>[player_tooltip player_id="147713" first="Ruby" last="Whitehorn"] </strong>(5’10, PG, DEPSA)
Whitehorn was part of ESPN Hoopgurlz watch list for 2022. Whitehorn can play on or off the ball and is an athletic scorer. She’s an excellent defender with great footwork.
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