2027 Initial Rankings : Jacobson, Bell Top Last 10

Continuing through the 50 prospects in the debut 2027 initial class rankings this article highlights prospects 41-50. Nearly every classification is represented in this final pool. The lone home school player also appears. This article follows reviews of the <a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/01/long-prochnow-top-2027-initial-class-rankings/">first</a>, <a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/01/2027-initial-rankings-4a-prospects-lead-second-10/">second</a>, <a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/01/2027-initial-rankings-riggs-burdiek-lead-third-10/">third</a> and <a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/01/pgs-sfs-top-2027-initial-rankings-spots-31-40/">fourth</a> 10 prospects.   [player_tooltip player_id='836272' first='Kailynn' last='Jacobson'], 5'8", SG, Mission Valley - Jacobson has put up 9.7 points per game while shooting 32% from three point land and 60% from the line. She also has chipped in 3.4 steals, 1.8 assists, and 1.7 steals. Jacobson handles the ball in transition and shoots the ball off the catch well. Her athleticism is shown on finishes around the basket and in using her quickness on both ends of the floor.   [player_tooltip player_id='690344' first='Maliyah' last='Bell'], 6'0", PF, Arkansas City - While Bell has been out with an injury since the second week of practice her abilities were spotted over the summer. My colleague Jeremy Deckard wrote in July about her "solid ball skills for her size" and her ability to create match-up problems inside due to her quickness and effectiveness in the post. A vocal, physical forward.   [player_tooltip player_id='779250' first='Piper' last='Schroeder'], 5'4", PG, Halstead - I first saw Schroeder at a showcase shortly before her eighth grade season. Already she showed how well she ran and handled the ball in transition. Having gotten bigger and stronger her handles have just gotten stronger. With her use of a very good crossover move she gets to the hole and finishes at speed. I do need to see more of her perimeter shooting ability.   [player_tooltip player_id='779221' first='Makynlee' last='Jensen'], 6'0", C, Maize - Jensen is a big-bodied true center with solid foundational skills. While watching Jensen play several times this past summer I saw some lateral quickness on both ends, good north-south speed, and vision to get the help-side shot block. As her skills in the paint and physical speed and quickness develop she could be one of the top bigs in the Wichita area.   [player_tooltip player_id='779245' first='Josie' last='Havercamp'], 6'0", PF, Centralia - Havercamp is a three-sport athlete who clearly reaps the benefits of being one. She is a strong post presence on both ends of the floor with size, strength and length. Currently averaging 6.6 points and 3.6 rebounds, I expect big things from Havercamp as she increases her shooting range, ball handling, and diversity of skills.   [player_tooltip player_id='836275' first='Maya' last='Harris'], 5'4". PG, Wichita Defenders - Harris is the lone home school player appearing in the 2027 initial rankings. While she can get a little out of control with the ball she can finish through contact and go end-to-end with speed off the steal. In half court play Harris has a quick first step. Defensively, with her quickness and feel for the game she has the potential to be one of the top defenders in the class.   [player_tooltip player_id='836587' first='Elle' last='Swartz'], 6'0", PF, Chaparral - Swartz has been an impact player for the Roadrunners this season due to her versatility. While she primarily players the four spot she frequently handles the ball on the perimeter. Physical and effective on both ends of the give-and-go game she will go end-to-end off the rebound. Swartz has very good hands. I look forward to watching her offensive game grow and diversify.   <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/04/KIASIA-ALLEN.jpg?w=720" alt="" class="wp-image-633042" style="width:147px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Independent School 2027 [player_tooltip player_id='779203' first='Kiasia' last='Allen']. Photo: Prep Girls Hoops.</figcaption></figure>   [player_tooltip player_id='779203' first='Kiasia' last='Allen'], 5'5", CG, The Independent School - Allen has a stockyish build that enables her to hold her ground and defend with physicality within 12' of the basket. With her strength, solid handles, and quickness she has the potential to be very, very good.   [player_tooltip player_id='836278' first='Alexa' last='Splechter'], 5'4", SG, Burlington - Splechter has good bounce and athleticism in her game. Having that jump enables her to raid passing lanes and go end-to-end off the steal. She is also a solid perimeter shooter.   [player_tooltip player_id='836279' first='Reece' last='Stickney'], 5'6", SG, Ellinwood - 11 games into the season Stickney has put up 11.7 points and grabbed 6 rebounds per game. While her three point shooting has tanked since she was ringing them up at 30% clip through the first five games, she shoots fluidly off the spot up and dribble up. Stickney has struggled in the turnover department against some very good teams but has increased her assist rate to 2.3 while collecting a steal per game.

Continuing through the 50 prospects in the debut 2027 initial class rankings this article highlights prospects 41-50. Nearly every classification is represented in this final pool. The lone home school player also appears. This article follows reviews of the first, second, third and fourth 10 prospects.