Spring Watch: 2024’s to Know (Pt. 2)
Spring events are about to pop up across the country. As I’ve mentioned, the South Florida sophomore class will be well represented. Let’s take a look at more prospects in the Class of 2024… Sofia Mendez Sofia Mendez 5'7" |…
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Continue ReadingSpring events are about to pop up across the country. As I’ve mentioned, the South Florida sophomore class will be well represented.
Let’s take a look at more prospects in the Class of 2024…
Sofia Mendez Sofia Mendez 5'7" | CG Miami Country Day | 2024 State FL – Miami Country Day
Sofia Mendez Sofia Mendez 5'7" | CG Miami Country Day | 2024 State FL played a big-time role for one of the top teams in the state. The 5-foot-7 guard averaged 9.3 points, 2.5 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game while shooting 42 percent from the floor. In addition, Mendez shot 49-of-133 (37 percent) from deep. In limited attempts, she went 11-of-18 (61 percent) from the free-throw line. That might be one area Mendez could improve in. Overall, she handles the basketball well and is efficient when she attacks the basket.
Tamara Elliot – Western
Tamara Elliot is a solid all-around guard for the Wildcats. The 5-foot-6 point guard has a quick first step while attacking the basket. Elliot averaged nine points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.3 steals and 3.2 assists per game. Overall, she scored in double-figures in nine games. Elliot also dished out five or more assists in seven games.
Amy Manzano – Cardinal Newman
Amy Manzano has a bright future in Palm Beach County. The 5-foot-6 guard averaged 9.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 3.1 steals per game. Moreover, she went 40-of-134 (30 percent) from deep. Overall, she scored in double-figures in 15 games. Against Saint Andrew’s, Manzano scored a season-high 23 points while shooting 8-of-13 from the floor. She also hit five 3-pointers against the Scots. Credit her athleticism and awareness with six or more boards in eight contests. She grabbed a season-high ten boards and added 18 points against North Miami.
Kindal Glanton – North Miami
Kindal Glanton is a prospect that can contribute at both guard spots. The 5-foot-7 prospect averaged 6.5 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game. In addition, she hit 14 3-pointers. Overall, she scored in double-figures in five games. Glanton should work on her shooting this spring and into the summer.
Katie Nash – Dwyer
Katie Nash – Dwyer
Katie Nash is a good backcourt prospect out of Dwyer. The point guard averaged a team-best 15.3 points per game across 16 contests. Nash also grabbed 3.8 rebounds and dished out 3.2 assists per contest. Overall, she scored in double-figures in 13 of 16 games. Nash is another player that should work on her overall shooting. Moreover, more consistency from 3-point range will improve her stock. Hannah Peck (11.6 ppg) is another prospect to look for. The 5-foot-9 shooting guard has some length and was a good rebounder for Dwyer. Overall, Peck grabbed 48 boards and had a 10-rebound effort against Royal Palm Beach.
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