MHS: All-Midwest Exposure Showcase – The Best of 2026
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This past Saturday, Midwest Hoops Spotlight put on another top-notch event. 2 courts filled with talent from freshmen to seniors. The 4-hour event started with drills, then began the competitive part: 1v1’s, 2v2’s then full-court 5s. Below are my freshman…
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Continue ReadingThis past Saturday, Midwest Hoops Spotlight put on another top-notch event. 2 courts filled with talent from freshmen to seniors. The 4-hour event started with drills, then began the competitive part: 1v1’s, 2v2’s then full-court 5s. Below are my freshman standouts.
Danyella Mporokoso
Danyella Mporokoso
Deep skillset, offensively and defensively. Danyella has all the tools to impact every game she’s in on both ends. The length, the ball handling, the IQ/Awareness, and an abundance of confidence to go with it. She can facilitate 5 straight possessions, then switch to attack mode the next 5 without a hiccup. 3 level scoring mixed with a poised demeanor is an issue. Her upside is extremely high.. a for-sure name to remember.
Arianna Garcia-Evans
Arianna Garcia-Evans
High IQ, composed and extremely responsible with the ball. Garcia-Evans plays above her age, and the poised controlled style of play she has jumps out immediately. Handles are strong, aggression is present and the need to make the right play is evident. Her style is simple but she shows creativity when necessary. A true point guard with a huge burst of stop and go speed. She will definitely be one of the top freshman to pay attention this upcoming season.
The size and agility of Briggs is noticed the moment the she walks on the court.. lengthy and built solid. Emma has the ability to swap in and out of 1-4 positions, because of her wide ranged skillset. She can score around the rim, knockdown the open mid and 3. A perfect play style for a PNR at all levels. With room to grow and sharpen her skillset, Briggs will be a strong name to key a eye and a ear out for.
Highlights
Macy Groharing
Macy Groharing
Easily my favorite player out of the entire showcase to watch play. The footwork and vision alone at her age is crazy to see. Macy knows her level of detail and patience is high, and she uses to her advantage on every possession. Numerous times she faked out defenders for easy finishes around the rim, or made a slick move then a smooth pass for a bucket. Her energy is high, but her emotion never seems to never rattle. Offensively, the kid is 3 levels of pure talent. Defensively, the length she has is a key reason to why her versatility is high as well. Her potential has no limit.
Rheayanna Ferguson Rheayanna Ferguson 5'6" | PG Glenbard South Highschool | 2026 IL
Rheayanna Ferguson Rheayanna Ferguson 5'6" | PG Glenbard South Highschool | 2026 IL
The skill Ferguson has is top notch, and she can get to the bucket by any means necessary. Her ability to slow down and speed up is hard to guard, and its why she consistently keeps defenders on their heels. She’s aggressive, determined and plays to win. Strong vision and awareness with and without the ball. A solid combo guard who has a multitude of tools to be a top combo guard in her class.
Madison Zaremba
Madison Zaremba
Zaremba is a ball magnet. Somehow, someway she finds herself around the ball. Defensively, she’s disciplined and locked in. She doesnt back down against high level guards and always stands her ground. Offensively, her game is pass first. She plays with solid ball control, great tempo/pace and the confidence to make a mistake and move on. A perfect type of player who will do what’s necessary to get the W.
Paytin London
Paytin London
Though she’s not a 2026.. 2027 guard Paytin London held her own against everyone. Age aside, the kid can go. Defensively, her awareness and insects are strong, and when you mix that with her length, she becomes a problem to deal with. On the other end of the game, Paytin offensive skillset is extensive. 3 levels of buckets, high passing IQ, and the ability to put handle the ball while making the decision to score or to create for someone else. Her potential is beyond high.