VT Recruiting: Who’s Going Prep? Who’s Next?
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Prep prospects in VT are making moves! Check out who’s committed and who might be next. Committed: Sakoya Sweeney Sakoya Sweeney 5'6" | CG Lake Region | 2023 State NewE , 5’8 PG – Lake Region High School/Lone Wolf Athletics…
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Continue ReadingPrep prospects in VT are making moves! Check out who’s committed and who might be next.
Committed:
Sakoya Sweeney Sakoya Sweeney 5'6" | CG Lake Region | 2023 State NewE , 5’8 PG – Lake Region High School/Lone Wolf Athletics Class of 2023 – Tilton Post Grad.
An indelible leader and a tough two-way player, Sakoya has decided to take a post grad. year at Tilton. She’s a positive + consistent communicator, and her game is flush with tools. As a pass-first facilitator, offensive creator, and hardnosed defender, Sweeney should fit right into the mold at Tilton.
Cassie Beste Cassie Beste 5'6" | CG Phillips Exeter Academy | 2024 State NewE , 5’6 G – Rice Memorial High School/Lone Wolf Athletics – Philips Exeter Prep Class of 2024
While I was (selfishly) hoping Cassie would be back for her senior year at Rice, I understand why she’s taking the leap to Exeter. Beste is a savvy southpaw at the combo-guard with unlimited range, second layer creation, and smart two-way game. Cassie’s feel and skill shine bright, and she’s a serious competitor.
Receiving Prep Interest:
Elyse MacDonough, 5’8 G – Rice Memorial High School/NY Havoc GUAA Class of 2024
It’s no surprise VT’s top prospect is getting looks. MacDonough is capable of competing anywhere in the NEPSAC with her dynamic combination of 3-level scoring + facilitation. Plus, her agility, instincts, and sheer competitiveness on both sides of the ball come together to cause fits for opponents. Keep Elyse on your radar.
Kelli Cieplicki, 5’9 G/W – Rice Memorial High School/NY Havoc GUAA Class of 2024
An absolute swiss-army knife with a serious scoring package to go with, Kelli can flat out play. Cieplicki too can compete across the NEPSAC Class A-AA spectrum of talent with her array of services. Boards, athleticism, buckets at all levels, tough + multi-positional defense, and a high-IQ make Kelli so intriguing.
Hayden Wilkins Hayden Wilkins 5'8" | PG Saint Johnsbury Academy | 2024 State NewE , 5’8 G – St. Johnsbury Academy/Blueprint Basketball Class of 2024
Wilkins made a big splash over the H.S. playoffs, showcasing her all-around game and composure + leadership in the clutch. With her 3-level scoring that stretches back 22+ feet, adept defense, and feel for the game, Hayden could fit into a number of situations at the NEPSAC A-AA level. So solid.
Bianca Williams Bianca Williams 5'10" | SG Essex | 2024 State NewE , 5’11 G/W – Essex High School/Lone Wolf Athletics Class of 2024
Bianca’s combination of size and skillset make her a dynamic guard. Williams fills it up off of forced turnovers, slashes, and clean jumpers. She finds rhythm on the defensive end with her disruptive defense, rebounding, and multi-positional coverage. A true two-way player with size, Bianca is legit.
Sabine Brueck Sabine Brueck 5'8" | CG North Country Union | 2025 State NewE , 5’7 G – North Country Union H.S./Lone Wolf Athletics Class of 2025
A multi-sport standout, Sabine is an electric hooper and track & field star. Her two-way game leans defensively with her impeccable on-ball pressure, off-ball instincts, and perimeter rebounding. Plus, her offensive package is curated around her supreme athleticism and instinctual decision making. Brueck won Gatorade and capped of the winter with a 24-0 D2 Championship. Keep an eye out.