Leading 6A Rebounders in the 2023 Class
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Sharneal Polk – Far Northeast Polk is an exceptional defensive rebounder, despite being one of the few athletes on this list south of six feet tall. Through her senior season, she has posted 15.4 points, 11.7 points, and 3.8 steals…
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Continue ReadingSharneal Polk – Far Northeast
Polk is an exceptional defensive rebounder, despite being one of the few athletes on this list south of six feet tall. Through her senior season, she has posted 15.4 points, 11.7 points, and 3.8 steals per game. The guard enjoys pushing the pace going off of the glass.
Ella Lavigne Ella Lavigne 5'10" | SF Fossil Ridge | 2023 State CO – Fossil Ridge
Lavigne plays a vital role tying together Fossil Ridge’s defense while leading the team in offensive production. Through her season with 12-7 Fossil Ridge, the forward has posted 16.1 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 2.7 steals per game while converting 52% of her two point attempts. The forward has quick reactions while attacking the paint, proving capable manuevering around help defense.
Josie Hummel Josie Hummel 6'0" | C Douglas County | 2023 State CO – Douglas County
Hummel is a physically imposing defensive minded frontcourt threat who embraces the fundamentals. The senior has posted 8.8 points and 9.1 rebounds per game for 15-5 Douglas County. Hummel stays ready as a help side defender, keeping both arms up on contests.
Kyrah Daniels Kyrah Daniels 6'1" | PF ThunderRidge | 2023 State CO – ThunderRidge
Daniels provides exceptional value on both ends of the floor at roughly 6’1. She is among the most profound all around threats from the forward position, notably as a driver or pick and pop threat. Her tenacity as a two-way rebounder cannot be overlooked, given her reaction speed and total hustle. Brandyn Newbins recently broke down her game as part of the 2023 Rankings Update.
Aiyana Mitchell Aiyana Mitchell 6'4" | C Fountain-Fort Carson | 2023 State CO – Fountain-Fort Carson
Mitchell provides value inside the arc as one of the state’s most impactful frontcourt threats. The Vanderbilt commit is a handful down low, proving to be nearly impossible to back down in the post. Through her season with 17-2 Fountain-Fort Carson, Mitchell has posted 16.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.9 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game while contributing 61% of field goal attempts. Her plus reach allows her even more room to impact the game. Check out Brandyn Newbin’s coverage with Mitchell, who recently reached the top-5.
Caroline Walley Caroline Walley 6'0" | PF Monarch | 2023 State CO – Monarch
Walley is yet another imposing 6’+ forward, playing a valuable role anchoring Monarch’s interior defense. She plays the necessary role of crashing the glass on every possession, providing a baseline on the defensive end. Through her season with 18-1 Monarch, she has posted 7.9 points and 7.8 rebounds per game.
Maddie Groth Maddie Groth 6'0" | SF Highlands Ranch | 2023 State CO – Highlands Ranch
One of the lone seniors on an especially young team, Groth does her part in anchoring the glass. The 6′ forward moves the floor especially well on the break, proving capable as a threat either way. Through her senior year for Highlands Ranch, she has posted 9.3 points and 7.7 rebounds per game.
Amanda Byrnes Amanda Byrnes 6'1" | PF Brighton | 2023 State CO – Brighton
The 6’1 power forward truly maximizes her height on the glass. The senior is a notable glass cleaner, especially on the defensive end. WIth Brighton, Byrnes has put up 5.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.6 steals, and 2.8 blocks per game. Simply put, she is one of the toughest matchups to post up.