July Live Period Preview: Rising ’23s + ’24s to Catch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>July Live Period is almost here! Tap in this week and next as I outline numerous hoopers to catch, ranging from '23s-'27s. Lets cook!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='446536' first='Nicole' last='Norton'], 5'9 G - Lone Wolf Athletics 11th Class of 2024 (July 6-11 Louisville Run for the Roses + Run for the Roses Classic, July 21-24 Atlantic City Hoop Group Championship Weekend)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An athletic two-guard with a quick first step, Nicole's slashing instincts are always on point. She attacks closeouts often, yet she's happy to knockdown the jumper if defenders give her space. And defensively, Nicole's toughness and athleticism come through as she applies ball pressure, gets in passing lanes, and disrupts opponents. Norton is a tough two-way guard with endless hustle. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='649624' first='Brianna' last='Brownell'], 5'10 W/F - Blueprint Basketball Varsity Blue Class of 2024 (July 21-24 Atlantic City Hoop Group Championship Weekend)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With an exceptionally high-motor, Brianna gets up-and-down in a hurry. Brownell's defensive work covers the paint and the perimeter, and her work on the glass + tracking 50/50s is impossible to ignore. Yet once she's made that outlet, she's running the floor hard and making plays in transition. A savvy halfcourt player too, Brownell makes quick decisions, tough drives, and hits open looks. So much effort with Bri. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='496182' first='Ruby' last='Dasaro'], 5'8 G - Lone Wolf Athletics 11th Class of 2024 (July 6-11 Louisville Run for the Roses + Run for the Roses Classic, July 21-24 Atlantic City Hoop Group Championship Weekend)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Springy and quick, Ruby might surprise some with her athleticism. Dasaro's crafty orchestration is balanced with tough slashing, able to make those around her better by puncturing the paint and making plays. Furthermore, she's a defender who relishes a tough matchup and disrupts offenses with her quickness and anticipation both on and off the ball. Ruby work ethic is obvious; she never runs out of gas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='649622' first='Maya' last='Auger'], 5'8 G - Blueprint Basketball Varsity Blue Class of 2024 (July 21-24 Atlantic City Hoop Group Championship Weekend)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She's a shooter! Maya's confidence in her shot never wavers, so you can't leave her if she misses a couple. Auger has that microwave ability and once she sees one fall, she knows she's in rhythm. Yet when she attacks closeouts and gets in the second layer, she makes plays and her whole game opens up. An offensive juggernaut with sound defensive instincts to go with, Maya is one to know. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='649629' first='Caitlyn' last='Davison'], 5'9 G - Lone Wolf Athletics 11th Class of 2024 (July 6-11 Louisville Run for the Roses + Run for the Roses Classic, July 21-24 Atlantic City Hoop Group Championship Weekend)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A hyper-efficient two-guard, Davison is that super glue that ties everything together. Caitlyn's off-ball movement is savvy to say the least, as she exposes defensive gaps both as a cutter and spot-up shooter, finishing her looks at a high clip. Moreover, she'll hurt opponents as a passer too. A smart defender as well, Caitlyn's anticipatory and measured, wearing opponents down steadily. A heady two-way player. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='649625' first='Kaia' last='Anderson'], 5'10 W/F - Blueprint Basketball Varsity Blue Class of 2024 (July 21-24 Atlantic City Hoop Group Championship Weekend)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A swiss-army knife who does a bunch of work that isn't always in the box score, Kaia brings a ton to the table. Anderson defends with sincere toughness and grit, both on the wing and in the paint. Moreover, she rebounds at a high rate and tracks down lots of 50/50s. And on the offensive end, she's efficient with the ball, a solid pnr player, and her court awareness makes her a timely passer. Kaia's work makes the game easier for her teammates. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='649627' first='Brooke'lyn' last='Robinson'], 5'8 G Lone Wolf Athletics 11th Class of 2024 (July 6-11 Louisville Run for the Roses + Run for the Roses Classic, July 21-24 Atlantic City Hoop Group Championship Weekend)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brooke'lyn is a high-efficiency guard with snappy decision making. Robinson hits her open looks at a high clip and consistently makes the basketball play, setting teammates up with timely passes and making tons of hockey assists. Plus, her work off-ball ensures she's constantly available as an outlet, spot-up shooter, or a cutter. A wise and cunning defender too, Brooke'lyn is impactful on both sides. So fun to watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->