Underclassman who are ready for the big stage
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As players are showcasing a more complete, different parts of their games during the AAU season, I decided to take a look at players in the 2026 and 2027 class who are ready for a big time role on a…
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Continue ReadingAs players are showcasing a more complete, different parts of their games during the AAU season, I decided to take a look at players in the 2026 and 2027 class who are ready for a big time role on a varsity squad, if they haven’t already had one.
Ellalee Wortham Ellalee Wortham 5'8" | CG Stanwood | 2026 State WA – 2026 – Stanwood HS
Ellalee has been having a fantastic spring/summer with NW Blazers and is a playmaker on the court. She played a big role on this Stanwood team that made a solid run at the state tournament. She is versatile on the court, being able to play outside or inside. She finishes around the rim nicely and has a very efficient deep shot. She is going to have a big sophomore year next season.
Sienna Capelli – 2026 – Snohomish HS
Sienna is a very smart player on the court. She has a high IQ for the game of basketball and does a great job at letting the game come to her. She hustles hard every play, always trying to recover if she gets beat on the dribble. Her handles are solid and this allows for her to control the pace of the game well when she has the ball in her hands.
Finley Parcher Finley Parcher 6'0" | SF Lynden | 2027 WA – 2027 – Lynden HS
Here is a player who is going to come in as a true freshman and make a big impact for the Lions. She stands at 6’0″ already and has a very complete game for someone of her age. She can set screens and play as a post player, or has the ability to play from the wing and attack off the dribble. She has a solid jump-shot that is improving but one thing that helps her standout is her motor, she goes 100% every play. She rebounds very well, using her body to her advantage with ease.
Kayleah Hawkins Kayleah Hawkins 5'10" | PF Bothell | 2026 State WA – 2026 – Bothell HS
Kayleah is a player who had a pretty big role already last season, but she excelled when given the opportunity. She averaged over 12 points a game as a freshman and can do a lot on the court. She finishes around the rim nicely, having a very soft touch. She hits jumpers when needed and is still improving her game in all areas to become more well rounded. She unfortunately will be missing a majority, if not all, of the season with a major knee injury. She will be back and will be back better than ever!
Ariyana Deloney Ariyana Deloney 5'10" | CG Auburn | 2026 State WA – 2026 – Foster HS
Ariyana had a big role for her squad last year and performed really, really well. She adjusted to the varsity level very smoothly and is only going to be improved by the time next year starts. She won MVP honors for her conference and rightfully so. She dropped 30+ points many times during the season but also would contribute assists, rebounds, and even steals on the defensive side. She is a player who is going to be on a lot of coaches radars.