2023 Rankings: Players to Watch Outside the Top 50
The 2023 rankings have been released! Please take a look at all 264 prospects by clicking here. In this article, I would like to highlight some of the best South Florida prospects outside the top 50. There are many talented…
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Continue ReadingThe 2023 rankings have been released! Please take a look at all 264 prospects by clicking here.
In this article, I would like to highlight some of the best South Florida prospects outside the top 50. There are many talented players under the radar in this region.
Madisyn McLeod Madisyn McLeod 5'8" | SG Nova HS | 2023 State FL – Nova (Davie) (PGH: 91)
I saw Madisyn McLeod Madisyn McLeod 5'8" | SG Nova HS | 2023 State FL during the district playoffs and came away impressed with her size at guard. The 5-foot-9 prospect is a solid passer in the halfcourt and transition. McLeod is also effective around the glass because of her length. Her scoring efficiency is where McLeod could make the biggest jump. She should play aggressive and use her frame to her advantage.
Konstantina Mantziori Konstantina Mantziori 5'6" | PG Cardinal Gibbons | 2023 State FL – Cardinal Gibbons (PGH. 65)
Konstantina Mantziori Konstantina Mantziori 5'6" | PG Cardinal Gibbons | 2023 State FL is one of the top guards in Broward County. At No. 65, I think you can make an argument she is underrated. Mantziori has a tough handle to defend while being able to create off the dribble. I saw her make some great passes in tight windows off the drive or in transition. Specifically, Mantziori is already looking up the floor the moment she touches the basketball off the inbound. She can fly up the court and catch her opponent napping with a pass or layup. Overall, Mantziori is becoming a better scorer by the day. That could be her biggest jump moving forward.
Kendra Bentley Kendra Bentley 5'8" | CG Santaluces | 2023 State FL – Santaluces (PGH: 70)
Kendra Bentley Kendra Bentley 5'8" | CG Santaluces | 2023 State FL should be carrying a lot of momentum after a big season with Santaluces. The 5-foot-8 guard averaged 24.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 3.8 steals per game while shooting 49 percent from the floor. Bentley was the 10th leading scorer in the state. She also made 71 3-pointers at a 37 percent rate. Her quick release and instant offense is highly valuable at this spot.
Jordan Race Jordan Race 5'11" | SF King's Academy | 2023 State FL – King’s Academy (PGH: 58)
Jordan Race Jordan Race 5'11" | SF King's Academy | 2023 State FL plays on one of the better teams in Palm Beach County. The 5-foot-11 wing/forward is versatile as an offensive and defensive player. Therefore, she can play multiple positions on either side. Race can use her size, length, and athleticism to directly or indirectly impact a play. She averaged 8.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 2.3 steals per game while helping King’s Academy to a 24-6 record.
Ashleigh Battle Ashleigh Battle 5'2" | PG Blanche Ely | 2023 State FL – Blanche Ely (PGH: 82)
Ashleigh Battle Ashleigh Battle 5'2" | PG Blanche Ely | 2023 State FL is a strong ball handler at guard. The 5-foot-2 prospect is quick and agile in the halfcourt while creating enough space for an outside shot. Battle moves well and plays with an edge off the drive. She is equally tough as a defender and will guard her assignment from end-to-end. Battle plays confident and will take the big shot without hesitation.
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