Insider Exposure Apache: 2024 Top Performers
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The coverage just keeps coming from the Apache Memorial Showcase. The event featured so many teams from all over the United States last weekend in the Queen City. Who were some players from the 2024 Hoop State that we were…
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Continue ReadingThe coverage just keeps coming from the Apache Memorial Showcase. The event featured so many teams from all over the United States last weekend in the Queen City. Who were some players from the 2024 Hoop State that we were able to see play?
Sarah Strong Sarah Strong 6'2" | PF Grace Christian | 2024 State NC – Lady Strong/Strong Center – Grace Christian (Sanford)
Strong is just that in her game. Sarah does everything strong. She is a mismatch down on the block at times and she really knows how to manufacture points from all over the floor. Sarah has good skills and versatility to play anywhere on the floor. Sarah can bully defenders down in the paint while finishing on through contact.
Emerson Thompson Emerson Thompson 5'9" | CG Falls Lake Academy | 2024 State NC – Lady Strong/Strong Center – Falls Lake Academy (Creedmoor)
Thompson is a SHOOTER and she will make defenses pay if you don’t defend her. Emerson has really good shot selection and release leaving her hands. She understands on how to separate herself from defenders for open looks. Thompson never looks to force shots and always tends to stay active from the ball.
Serenity McNair Serenity McNair 5'5" | PG Grace Christian | 2024 State NC – Lady Strong/Strong Center – Greenfield School
Serenity a point guard really can push the tempo and get the ball into the paint. McNair is extremely crafty with the ball keeping in low to the ground and rarely turns it over. Serenity is a pass first point guard who really understands getting the ball into the gaps and teammates hands.
Charlotte Torgerson Charlotte Torgerson 5'7" | CG Watauga | 2024 State NC – FBC Carolina Elite Torgerson – Watauga HS
Torgerson was able to connect on some mid-range jumpers today for her FBC squad. Charlotte does a good job receiving the ball in the pocket and shows to have a good shot release. She does a good job of popping off screens at times and working to receive the ball.
Olivia Burke Olivia Burke 5'8" | CG Porter Ridge | 2024 State NC – Lady Attack Elite Morris – Porter Ridge HS
Burke is a very athletic combo guard for the Lady Attack program. The left-handed Burke really excels getting downhill to the cup and already has a good frame. Olivia excels in the transition game and still looks to be working on her perimeter skills. Burke will keep on getting better down the road with more and more playing time. Olivia still has her best basketball in front of her.