Illinois Freshman Showcase: Team 2 Evaluations
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Continuing the evaluations from the 10 teams that competed at the Illinois Freshman Showcase, Team 2 was guard heavy which made for some quick, fast-paced games. The following players were able to showcase their wide range of talents for the…
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Continue ReadingContinuing the evaluations from the 10 teams that competed at the Illinois Freshman Showcase, Team 2 was guard heavy which made for some quick, fast-paced games. The following players were able to showcase their wide range of talents for the scouts, coaches and parents in the building.
Josslyn James #182 was chosen as all 2nd Team All Tournament.
Molly Moore Molly Moore 5'4" | PG Nazareth Academy | 2027 IL #104 (5’4″ Nazareth Academy) scrappy guard with speed to match. Footwork helps her keep up with the quickest guards. Can cover a large area with those two in tandem.
Ava Mersinger Ava Mersinger 5'6" | PG Benet Academy | 2027 IL #108 (5’4″ Benet Academy) is a great ball handler and facilitator. She is on attack with every possession. For her size, she doesn’t shy away from the physicality of the game.
Grace Todd Grace Todd 5'5" | CG William Fremd | 2027 IL #109 (5’5″ William Fremd) can attack off the dribble in the half-court and fires it up from three if given any space. IQ is way above her age level. Great shot selection and can read the court from any angle.
Mackenzie Roesner Mackenzie Roesner 5'9" | C Lincoln Way West | 2027 IL #121 (5’8″ Lincoln Way West) is someone to keep your eyes on. She makes plays on both ends of the floor. Good in transition and a reliable shooter.
Lily Hubbuch Lily Hubbuch 5'8" | CG Glenbard West | 2027 IL #150 (5’8″ Glen bard West) is a pesky defender. Plays great help defense and can make athletic plays. She can get to the rim or shoot from the outside.
Olivia Perry Olivia Perry 5'9" | C Oak Lawn Community | 2027 IL #155 (5’9″ Oak Lawn) uses her wingspan as a detriment to her opponents. Her length will be an asset as her reach far exceeded any of her opponents. Blocks and rebounds were abundant.
Sophie Panaitescu Sophie Panaitescu 5'3" | SF Carmel Catholic | 2027 IL #179 (5’3″ Carmel Catholic) is a spitfire. Drives to the basket with a purpose. Her vertical was measurable as she was pulling down rebounds and boxing out girls with 5-6 inches on her.
Zariah Clark Zariah Clark 5'3" | PG Chicago Hope Academy | 2027 IL (5’3″ Chicago Hope) is an assertive guard who attacks the defense. Creates and finishes well through contact and shoots with tenacity.