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This weekend I am taking a look at a few 2028 eighth graders who could make a key impact when they step foot onto the high school floor next season. Here is the second of my three stories this weekend.…
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Continue ReadingThis weekend I am taking a look at a few 2028 eighth graders who could make a key impact when they step foot onto the high school floor next season. Here is the second of my three stories this weekend.
Frankie Persia Frankie Persia 5'6" | PG Undecided | 2028 OH
Frankie Persia Frankie Persia 5'6" | PG Undecided | 2028 OH
Frankie is an eighth grader who is learning the game as she is able to bring the ball up the floor and knock down the three with ease. She has good handles and is continually working to improve that aspect of her game. Scrappy and hoping to work toward a spot that will help her team when she gets to high school next season. She will play for Mac Basketball this spring.
Dez Thomas
Dez Thomas
I really like what I see from the point guard play of Dez with good handles and the ability to run the offense. Good perimeter scorer with range out behind the arc. Explosive first step and can get to the rim with the ability to finish. Poised player for someone so young, I think she has a very good future ahead of her.
Savannah Romer Savannah Romer 5'2" | PG Oakwood | 2028 OH
Savannah Romer Savannah Romer 5'2" | PG Oakwood | 2028 OH
Plays with good body control and smooth handles with the ability to get downhill and score at the rim. Can knock down the three and had a good shot off the pass. Nice pull-up midrange shot and her game is mature for her age. She isn’t afraid to let it fly quickly and can make a difference in the game. I like this kids future in the game if she keeps putting in the time.
Addison Powell Addison Powell 5'9" | CG Ursuline Academy | 2028 OH
Addison Powell Addison Powell 5'9" | CG Ursuline Academy | 2028 OH
She plays the game with a lot of momentum and confidence, able to get to the rim and finish strong. Excellent catch-and-shoot player off the pass, able to knock down the J from deep at the perimeter. Able to play through contact. She is a player who shows a lot of poise and leadership.
Avery Maslar Avery Maslar 5'4" | PG Rocky River | 2028 OH
Avery Maslar Avery Maslar 5'4" | PG Rocky River | 2028 OH
Liked the fact that she is a quick catch-and-shoot player who is not afraid to let the ball fly from out on the perimeter. Plays the game with confidence and is able to get downhill through the defense and score at the rim. She has quick hands on defense and can force mistakes, turning them into points at the other end.
Olivia Maier
Olivia Maier
The younger sister of standout point guard Katie Maier Katie Maier 5’7″ | PF Houston | 2024 OH , it will be Olivia’s turn to make an impact starting next season as she comes into the high school game as a point guard with a high ceiling according to her high school coach. She has a very high motor and her defense is stellar, guarding the opponents top guard even if there is a size difference. She has good court vision and looks to raise her game in the off season.
Caitlyn Jefferson
Caitlyn Jefferson
I got to see Caitlyn play this season in a junior high game, and she was impressive with her ability to use her advanced skillset to control the game. She is a physical player with a good focus on using that to her advantage. Good midrange and a solid defender who will just keep getting better.
Stella Patch
Stella Patch
Stella has a high basketball IQ and finishes well with either hand in a variety of ways in the paint. Can create her own shot and has a nice midrange. Sees the floor well and is a good passer. Defensively, she does a good job help side and is a leader for her age.
Sydney Ferguson
Sydney Ferguson
Expect some big things from her when she steps into the high school game. Sydney is a solid guard and has the ability to dominate in the paint and score at the rim. She also has good handles and is able to create a mismatch with her size and skill set. She is long defensively and that will be a huge bonus for her game as she adjusts to the high school game.