Rankings Update C/O 2023: Newcomers
With the recent release of our Class of 2023 player rankings, we wanted to breakdown some of the newcomers to the rankings. Gathering and analyzing as much information as possible, was a tall task but we were able to do…
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Continue ReadingWith the recent release of our Class of 2023 player rankings, we wanted to breakdown some of the newcomers to the rankings.
Gathering and analyzing as much information as possible, was a tall task but we were able to do our best to get as many quality players listed for this much needed and anticipated update. The improvement shown by such young players throughout this past season shows that these players have what it takes to be good players.
Here we take a look and a few of the newcomers to the rankings!
Raychel Jones Raychel Jones 5'10" | CG Vashon | 2023 State MO Ι CG 5’10″ Ι Vashon Ι #5
The strong and athletic combo guard was a hidden gem this year playing for Vashon. Raychel has a two-way player skill set that allows her to really have an effect on both ends of the floor. She is tremendous attacking the basket with her creative ball handling and variety of finishes at the rim. Her size allows her to play in the post and score easily in the mid-range. Raychel is a solid shooter from three and is a tough shot maker; especially in the mid-range. On the defensive end, she has great instincts, plays passing lanes well, and really rebounds well from the guard spot.
Tkiyah Nelson Tkiyah Nelson 5'10" | CG Whitfield | 2023 State MO Ι CG 5’10″ Ι Whitfield Ι #8
An athletic and long combo guard, Tkiyah is one of the fast players end to end with the ball in her hands given her height. She is a dynamic guard that is relentless attacking the basket. Her ability to rebound or get steals and push the pace, helps her get easy baskets for herself, and creates space to find her open teammates. Tkiyah is another one of the young two-way players in the 2023 class, as her length and defensive aggressiveness really give the opposing team problems. A solid shooter from three and a shotmaker in the mid-range; her basketball instincts and awareness really show in her play.
Brooklyn Rhodes Brooklyn Rhodes 6'0" | PF Whitfield | 2023 State MO Ι SF 6’0″ Ι IWA Ι #11
The talented stretch forward can really score the ball. Brooklyn has a great feel for the game and plays out on the perimeter better than most guards. She is a knockdown shooter from three and has a crafty handle getting to the basket. Her ability to move without the ball and use screens, helps her get her shot off with ease. She is an excellent rim runner and finds the open space in the lane to score. Brooklyn is a very instinct defender will long arms and the ability to process and read plays as they develop to rotate and rebound.
Elauni Bennett Elauni Bennett 5'9" | CG Lee's Summit North | 2023 State MO Ι CG 5’8″ Ι Lee’s Summit North Ι #14
The gifted lefty plays a downhill game; getting to the basket at will. A solid shooter from three and an elite rebounder from the guard position. Has long arms and quick hands which cause deflections on defense. Elauni has a good feel for the game and competes the entire game. Her ball skills are solid and she can be creative. She is comfortable playing as the lead guard and has good court vision and instincts.
Urya Williams Urya Williams 5'6" | CG Truman | 2023 State MO Ι CG 5’6″ Ι Truman Ι #12
Super quick athletic guard that attacks the basket and scores at all three levels. Urya is a solid shooter from three with her quick release and ability to create space. An elite level ball handler, it is tough for any defender to keep her in front of them. She is an elite playmaker with the rock and plays unselfish finding her open teammates. An excellent on-ball defender with a high basketball IQ.