CITC- Saturday Afternoon Standouts
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Here are some players who caught my attention in the afternoon games on Day 1 of the Classic in the Country today at Berlin Hiland High School. Reminder…the all-tournament team and Freshman Team will be out early this week and…
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Continue ReadingHere are some players who caught my attention in the afternoon games on Day 1 of the Classic in the Country today at Berlin Hiland High School.
Reminder…the all-tournament team and Freshman Team will be out early this week and those players are not listed among this group of players.
Niera Stevens Niera Stevens 5'6" | PG Akron Hoban | 2026 OH
Niera Stevens Niera Stevens 5'6" | PG Akron Hoban | 2026 OH
Always seems to be around the ball, takes chances and isn’t afraid to defend anyone on the floor. Love her explosiveness with the ball, blasts by her opponent and can score at the rim. She doesn’t give up on the play. Always looking for the best shot. Played the game with a high motor.
Love her vocal leadership on the court helping to get her teammates into the right spot. She defends well in the paint, and can drop off her man to protect the rim. Long and lengthy, able to block and alter shots with a big wingspan. She will make a nice college player as she continues to learn the game. I have not seen her in person in a while, was impressed with her complete game. Keeps the rebound high and can push the outlet. East Tennessee State recruit.
She plays with a lot of confidence and is a hard working player. Athletic and able to move well without the ball and get into position. She can defend multiple positions. Lily has a great inside-outside game with the ability to knock down the three. Definitely an unsung player with a good skillset.
Highlights
Strong physical player who has good moves and can play through contact. Strong hands and showed the ability to battle through the defender and finish at the rim. Loves to run the floor and moves like a guard. Can score in all three phases. (Feature photo above)
She gets into position to score, and can knock down the perimeter shot from behind the arc. Smart basketball IQ and knows where to be on the court. She makes a living on the wing and if you aren’t going to guard her, she will open the game up quickly. Great pure shooter. Heady guard who plays with a high motor. Active hands and can force mistakes.
Ellyse Schaefer
Ellyse Schaefer
As a sophomore, Ellyse has proven that she is able to produce for her team in a variety of ways. Not only can she knock down shots from the perimeter, but she can also get to the rim with good footwork and can finish well. Athletic who can defend well on the ball, applies pressure and is active. Makes good decisions with the ball.
She is aggressive on the boards and plays with a strong demeanor in the paint. Good rebounder and looks to push the tempo on the break. Runs the floor well. Has excellent moves and footwork making her a threat at the rim. Very good handles and able to push coast-to-coast and finish through contact.
Can take over a game with her ability to find the open shot. Shot the ball very well in the opening minutes of their game. Does a good job coming off a screen for a catch-and-shoot. Able to establish position in the paint and is a solid rebounder.