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Imagine being on a team with standouts like Natalya Hodge Natalya Hodge 5'7" | CG Bearden | 2026 State TN , Amelia Pfeiffer Amelia Pfeiffer 6'2" | C Alcoa | 2024 State TN , Sydney Mains Sydney Mains 5'11" |…
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Continue ReadingImagine being on a team with standouts like Natalya Hodge Natalya Hodge 5'7" | CG Bearden | 2026 State TN , Amelia Pfeiffer Amelia Pfeiffer 6'2" | C Alcoa | 2024 State TN , Sydney Mains Sydney Mains 5'11" | SF Knoxville Catholic | 2024 State TN , Carsyn Swaney Carsyn Swaney 5'11" | PG Heritage | 2025 State TN , Kyndra West Kyndra West 5'6" | PG Hardin Valley Academy | 2025 State TN , Brady Branam Brady Branam 6'2" | PF TKA | 2025 State TN , and the list could go on and on. We all know that basketball is a TEAM sport! “One (wo)man can be a crucial ingredient on a team, but one (wo)man cannot make a team.” – Kareem Abdul-Jabber. The athletes mentioned below are a crucial part in their team’s success!
Emma Rainey Emma Rainey 5'8" | PG Bearden | 2026 State TN
Emma Rainey Emma Rainey 5'8" | PG Bearden | 2026 State TN
The best word to describe Emma is efficient! One breakout game already and don’t be surprised when you witness this soccer standout have more games like this on the court too. Last week she tallied 14 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 steal! She shot 100% from the free throw line and 80% from the field. Amazing stat lines by Rainey. A good defensive player that possesses a good understanding of the game! Rainey is going to be a crucial piece in Bearden’s success. A talented squad that is deep in talent! Keep your eyes on Emma!
Halle Bailey
Halle Bailey
Halle Bailey takes on the task of guarding opposing teams best players at the guard position. You may not see Bailey blow up a stat line by scoring 20+ but that is not her job. This true point guard knows her job and does her job extremely well! The defensive specialist has a knack for making opponents give up the 5 second call. That should tell you how she stays up and on her defenders daring them to blow by her. Moves her feet extremely well!!! If you love defense, you will love Halle!
When I first wrote about Mitchell, all I could talk about was her speed. So much can be said about the point guard but her speed truly is amazing to see on the basketball court! If you find a game where Mitchell does not have a steal, deflection, or 50/50 ball, please show it to me! Evaiya is all over the court when she is out there. Yes, some players are great at turning defense to offense. I’ll say that Mitchell is the fastest & best one I’ve seen with how quickly she turns defense to offense. Keep your eyes on this one!
Smyth is a player that will soon have everyone talking! The young athletic wing is quick, long, and an elite defender! Don’t be surprised when she is a great all-around athlete! This young ’26 has a higher ceiling than most her age! Aleyah shows a great skill set already! A great quick first step that helps her get to the rim whenever she wants. Finishes strong with either hand! The future is extremely bright!
Holly Lindsey Holly Lindsey 5'6" | SG Hardin Valley | 2027 TN
Holly Lindsey Holly Lindsey 5'6" | SG Hardin Valley | 2027 TN
The freshman shooting guard is never afraid to pull the trigger. If she is open, she is drilling the 3 and trying to help her HVA team in any way that she can. One of the important role kids for this squad. The heart and hustle from Holly is undeniable. Holly will lay out her body at any time to help her team! Keep working Holly!!
Emily Atchley
Emily Atchley
One thing about Emily Atchley is that she is going to fill up an entire stat sheet. TKA defeated Cock County and Atchley’s stat line was 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block. Atchley runs the floor extremely well and helps her team any way that she can. The way that Emily helps impact a good, young TKA team will never be measured by her stats. Fundamentally sound and rebounds exceptionally well! The future is extremely bright for Emily!
Kaylee Smith
Kaylee Smith
When you watch any kid play, you want to see improvement. Kaylee continues to improve every single time she steps on the court. Smith is definitely blessed with great size! Backs down smaller players and has a really nice, soft touch at the rim. Rebounds great, positions great, and shows great footwork! Keep your eyes on Kaylee and her entire Northview team!