2027 Rankings Update: Productive Backcourt Prospects
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These guards were productive from the jump, assisting these various competitive programs through the regular season. All of these names bring quick instincts, alert versus pressure from opponents. As well, they have held their own on the defensive end, clearly prepared…
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Continue ReadingThese guards were productive from the jump, assisting these various competitive programs through the regular season. All of these names bring quick instincts, alert versus pressure from opponents. As well, they have held their own on the defensive end, clearly prepared for the speed of the varisty level.
8.3 PPG
3.5 RPG
1.4 SPG
34% 3P
75% FT
Already an effective three point shooter off the catch, Clark has aided this group’s spacing through her repeated production along the perimeter and reputation garnered throughout this season. The guard brings a bit of grit, actively attacking the rim to draw fouls, especially if help defense is late. Not to mention that Clark produced with 22-5 Mead, who went to the final four for the 5A playoffs. Her willingness to stay physical while maintaining effectiveness beyond the arc makes Clark one of the most refined guards in this class.
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13.1 PPG
3.1 APG
2 RPG
2 SPG
A quick athlete, Spellman is a thorn in the side of opposing ball handlers, quick to take away space at the point of attack. Adept at closing the gap, getting a hand into the opponent’s space, she does a great job at speeding up opponents. While handling the ball, she looks to attack the paint, leveraging his twitchy handle and effectiveness changing speeds to generate space. She has shown upside as a three point shooter, most effective off the catch, although the quick release may allow her to be an efficient pull-up threat in the near future. Certainly a two-way backcourt prospect worth following this summer.
6 PPG
4 RPG
2 APG
3.1 SPG
52% 2P
Nelson helped Northfield reach the 5A finals, adding grit and quick instincts to a savvy defensive group. Constantly active while off-ball, Nelson looks to crash the glass for rebounds on either end, willing to draw contact if it means securing a loose ball. Defensively, she holds her own at the point of attack or rotating from the weak side, utilizing her wide reach to impact opposing shot attempts. As well, Nelson kept her head up for the extra pass, often looking to drive and kick for shooters.
6.8 PPG
2.4 RPG
1.9 APG
36% 3P
Moon is a talented perimeter player, effective rising up into shots from all over the floor. Already an efficient shooter off the catch, she brings a reputation as a shooter off the catch. She is not afraid to attack closeouts, possessing soft touch handling the ball versus pressure. While attacking the lane, she keeps her head up for the kickout, always ready for the extra pass. Defensively, she competes at the point of attack, fairly quickly opening her hips following an opponent drive.
6.1 PPG
4.5 RPG
1.8 APG
Possessing a quick first step, the guard is capable of putting the defense on their heels off the initial rip, accelerating quickly on drives. Defensively, Davenport holds her own at the point of attack, bringing in enough size to defend both 2s and 3s.