With both 3-day events being held at the Mccormick Place, a lot of the hometown kids came through and showed out! Below are a couple of junior standouts that showed why they’re on the big stage. Lenee Beaumont Lenee Beaumont…
With both 3-day events being held at the Mccormick Place, a lot of the hometown kids came through and showed out! Below are a couple of junior standouts that showed why they’re on the big stage.
Talent can be taught, but then there’s the talent that you’re just born with. Lenee’s game improves each minute she’s on the court. She has no quit or gives on defense and her offensive set is top-notch. She’s shifty, smooth, and calm on each possession. Inside, midrange, outside.. it does not matter, she will get a bucket. Her high IQ allows her to play in any system on any team. Lenee is D-1 bound!
Her ranking speaks for itself, but you MUST see her play with your own eyes. Emily can control the pace of a game from start to finish. Whether it’s on defense or offense, you can credit her footwork to her outstanding soccer talent, but it definitely transfers on the hardwood. With being disciplined on both sides of the ball, she can score 4+ times in a row or get 4+ stops in a row. She has an IQ, that you can see and feel when she’s facilitating. She’s patient but aggressive. My favorite play so far this weekend has been by her. A pinpoint pass down the court ..on one knee while being double-teamed. Instincts cant be taught. Her game is top-notch!
Lizzie Baldridge | 2023 Combo Guard | York
Her vision through traffic is amazing to watch. With being a long guard, Lizzie has the ability to make lengthy but accurate passes. Whether she’s double or triple-teamed, she can make a pin point pass at any moment. She takes risks, and every guard needs that. Her offensive game can be seen at all 3 levels. Aggressive finisher at the rim, patient pull up at the mid and a quick burner from the arch. She can do it all.
Shannon Blacher | 2023 High Caliber 3&D Guard | Montini
“SHOOT IT” I’m sure those two words play in her head whenever she touches the ball. Shannon shoots until she can’t shoot anymore, but it is EFFICIENT. That’s what separates good shooters, and great shooters. Shannon is a GREAT shooter. Her form is outstanding and repetitive which makes her even more of an offensive threat. Paint, mid-range, and or long ball, doesn’t matter. She’ll get the ball in the hoop. Her defense is hard-nosed. Stays up on you, gets in your face, and leaves you no room. She stays on her feet but moves quickly to switch if needed. She’s a true 3&D.
Ellie Helm | 2023 Playmaking Wing | Lake Park
Ellie can score, defend and pass. She is truly all around and that’s a compliment, not every player can receive. Her 3 point game is the strength of her offensive package, but don’t think she cant get busy around the paint. When it comes to defending she can block, deflect and guard the 1-4 with no problem. Her rebounding skill is all instinct, and once she gets it.. she’s in control. For being a high-scoring wing, she plays a role that allows her teammates to flourish. You cant ask for a better attitude than that from a rising star!