‘23 Winter Rankings Update: Stock Risers
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Now let’s look at some of the stock risers from the ’23 class. Maggie Crofford Maggie Crofford 5'10" | PF St. John Paul II | 2023 State NewE – St John Paul II – 5’10’’ – PF ’23 Rank:…
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Maggie Crofford Maggie Crofford 5'10" | PF St. John Paul II | 2023 State NewE – St John Paul II – 5’10’’ – PF
’23 Rank: #150
Crofford is only 5’10,’’ but she plays like she is over 6ft. She is a good athlete who runs the floor well and finishes hard around the basket. I am also impressed with Crofford’s face-up game. Her mid-range game is solid, and she can also step out and hit three-pointers. Crofford will be difficult to match up against this winter.
Alix Abelard Alix Abelard 5'8" | CG Fontbonne Academy | 2023 State NewE – Fontbonne Academy – 5’8’’ – CG
’23 Rank: #104
Abelard impacts the game in various ways; but most notably, she is a strong and intelligent defender. She always knows where to be and is a difference-maker when her team presses. Abelard can cover a lot of ground with her blazing speed and gets many deflections, and back tap steals. She has a versatile skill set on offense and can play both guard spots effectively.
Genevive Wedemeyer Genevive Wedemeyer 5'7" | CG Putnam Science | 2023 State NewE – Putnam Science – 5’8’’ – CG
’23 Rank: #33
From what I have seen from Wedemeyer this fall, it is hard to find many prospects who are better at defending the perimeter than her. I like Wedemeyer’s intensity when she is on the ball. She can pick up full court and has the lateral quickness to cut off angles and keep her assignment in front of her. Wedemeyer is also great at forcing turnovers off of drives and post digs. Her athleticism is off the charts. Wedemeyer’s quickness, speed, and agility when handling the ball are unique. I’m excited to watch more of Wedemeyer this winter because she looks like a prospect with a top 15-20 ceiling; and I believe by the end of the season, we will see her make that leap.
Sara Thompson Sara Thompson 5'5" | CG Cathedral | 2023 State NewE – Cathedral – 5’5’’ – PG
’23 Rank: #133
A few weeks ago was my first time watching Thompson in person, and she impressed me at Cathedral’s practice. I think she will have a big season this winter because she has an offensive skill set that is difficult to defend. Thompson is a good shooter off the dribble and can knock threes down frequently, even if contested. Thompson also gives total effort on both sides of the ball. She is a tone-setter who can swing the momentum of games with her offensive and defensive activity.
Riley Hebler Riley Hebler 5'3" | PG Sanford | 2023 State NewE – Sanford – 5’3’’ – PG
’23 Rank: #168
Hebler will fly under everyone’s radar because she isn’t the biggest or most athletic guard. She is, however, very crafty and has a tight handle. I like the pace Hebler plays at and how she is under control when shot-creating. Hebler changes speed and direction well on her drives and also has a reliable jump shot that she can hit spotting up or off the dribble.
Fatim Sarr Ndow Fatim Sarr Ndow 6'1" | PF Putnam Science | 2023 State NewE – Putnam Science – 6’1’’ – SF
’23 Rank: #22
Sarr Ndow is one of the most physically imposing players on this list. Defensively, she might be the most versatile because of her ability to guard the interior and perimeter. She is excellent on the weak side and is one of the best shot-blockers in her class. Sarr Ndow’s offensive game is not as sound as her defensive prowess, but she has a good handle for a player at her size and position. I think Sarr Ndow can turn into a dominant two-way prospect.