2024 AAU Preview: Team Northeast 17U

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With a roster rich in D1 talent, Team NE is ready to rock! One of the most exciting teams I witnessed all last season, these ladies are once again primed to show out and make some noise on the circuit! Head Coach (and director) Matt Oswalt and Assistant Coach Daa'iyah (Dee) Harris will take the reigns as this team tackles the Select Events circuit, Power 24 Elite Division. Let's dive in and check out their Live Period schedule and a breakdown of the complete roster:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SCHEDULE:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Date </strong></td><td><strong>Event</strong></td></tr><tr><td>April 19-21</td><td>Spooky Nook (Power 24)- Hamilton, OH</td></tr><tr><td>May 17-19</td><td>AC Showcase- Atlantic City, NJ</td></tr><tr><td>July 11-13</td><td>Spooky Nook (Select Super Showcase)- Hamilton, OH</td></tr><tr><td>July 14-15</td><td>Spooky Nook (Power 24)- Hamilton, OH</td></tr><tr><td>July 20-22</td><td>Kentucky Expo Center (Power 24)- Louisville, KY</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>ROSTER:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='413880' first='Madison' last='Francis'] | #40</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 5 star recruit is long, quick and incredibly shifty. Oh yeah, did I mention she can DUNK?! The 6'2" Wing has a loaded offensive arsenal and sharp basketball acumen to match. She is a true 3-level scorer with an elite and versatile skillset. Bring your popcorn because when Madison takes the court, IT"S A MOVIE!!!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='414291' first='Amaya' last='Harris'] | #32</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A 6'0" Forward, Amaya is emerging as a force to be reckoned. She is passionate and hungry for success and poised for a big breakout this summer. She has a strong frame and tremendous physicality with the ability to finish through contact at a high level. She mixes it up on offense with strong baseline drives and stepping out to hit jump shots, and is a solid defensive presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='422358' first='Bria' last='Watkins'] | #23</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bria is BOUNCY! The 6'0" Guard is a high energy, high octane player who pushes the pace and gets after it! Aggressive drives to the rim, 3-point bombs and the ability to bang with bigs in the post make up some of her lethal offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kaiya Tucker | #20</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kaiya is an ultra-strong Forward who imposes her will early on. Once she establishes position down low, consider it A WRAP! She absorbs contact well and isn't easily moved off her base. She pulls down rebounds with tremendous force on both ends and does a great job with put-backs and creating second chance opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Asia Wilson | #13</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She's shifty and a total speed demon. Her lightning quick movement allows her to blow past defenders with ease and attack the basket or penetrate and kick out to teammates lurking at the perimeter. She puts the clamps on defensively and locks down by applying stiff, relentless on-ball pressure.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='416086' first='Zoe' last='Mesuch'] | #11 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zoe can single-handedly take over a game and light it up in a hurry. She's incredibly crafty, possesses excellent footwork and has range for days! Her transition game is electric and she is a master at creating space and getting a high quality shot off. The Navy commit is a baller who should be on everyone's radar!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='415887' first='Kaila' last='Richards'] | #5</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With a punishing dribble drive and a silky smooth perimeter game, Kaila is really must-see TV. She's an effortless scorer who just makes it look easy from the Point Guard position; nothing is ever forced or rushed and frantic. She handles the ball with calm and care and lets her craft speak for itself. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1120391' first='Alivia' last='Landy'] | #3</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 5'10", Alivia's versatility between the 2 and 4 causes mismatch problems for defenders far and wide. She's a sharp two-way player with a strong inside-out game and impressive bounce, easily out-leaping and out-reaching players much taller. Her size and speed allow her to bully smaller defenders and blow past bigs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->