2023 Rankings: Biggest Movers
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The Junior class rankings have been updated and we’ve had a big shakeup at the top and several new names and big movers. Here’s a look at the biggest movers in our newly updated 2023 class rankings. Lilly Reid Lilly…
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Continue ReadingThe Junior class rankings have been updated and we’ve had a big shakeup at the top and several new names and big movers. Here’s a look at the biggest movers in our newly updated 2023 class rankings.
Lilly Reid Lilly Reid 5'6" | PG Bullitt East | 2023 State KY , Bullitt East (28–>18) – Reid had a big summer of AAU that helps to boost her 10 spots in the rankings. Heading into her Junior season, Lilly is primed for a good season where she could double most of her stats from a year ago since she should have more shots coming her way. Watch for Reid to be a difference maker this season.
Jarie Thomas Jarie Thomas 5'11" | PF Henderson County | 2023 State KY , Henderson County (34–>25) – Henderson has quietly been one of the best programs in the state in the past few seasons and Thomas intends to keep them in that position. The agile forward is capable of scoring at a high clip and is also a defensive versatility that few in her area possess. She’s likely to be a scholarship level player in college.
Keelee King Keelee King 5'11" | SF Rockcastle County | 2023 State KY , Rockcastle County (37–>27) – The best shooter on this list and one of the best in the state, King is part of a very good young core at Rockcastle. Although Keelee is known as a shooter, she can also get to the rim and finish. She shot more 3s than 2s last season but that should level off as she gets stronger and more confident in her skills.
Kaela Ballard Kaela Ballard 6'1" | CG Portland Christian | 2023 State KY , Portland Christian (38–>28) – Portland Christian had a big season in 2021 and a lot of that success was helped by the transfer of Ballard into their program. She only got to play half the season as she waited on eligibility but made an instant impact as a scorer and rebounder once she was cleared to play. Look for Kaela to have an even bigger season as she should be fully settled in at PC.
Emily Naranjo Emily Naranjo 5'11" | SF Grant County | 2023 State KY , Grant County (65–>34) – Emily is (I think) the first 2023 to commit to a college already as she is headed to Cumberlands after graduation. In the mean time, the 5’11 forward is going to need to elevate her game in a big way for a Grant County team that really needs her this season. She’s a player to watch in a tough 8th region.
Ma’kiya West Ma’kiya West 5'11" | SF Louisville Male | 2023 State KY , Male (49–>35) – West had a huge spring and summer of AAU and looks to keep that momentum rolling into her Junior season. Ma’Kiya is capable of averaging a double-double this season and Male could be a contender as they didn’t lose anyone to graduation. If West can become a more reliable outside shooter, she should see her stock rise even more.