Closing the Book on UAA: Wings and Forwards
Today, we’re closing the book on UAA Session I. We’ll start by looking at some guards who impressed, then close by talking about the wings and forwards that stood out in Pennsylvania. Bella Klages Bella Klages 5'11" | CG Hartford…
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Continue ReadingToday, we’re closing the book on UAA Session I. We’ll start by looking at some guards who impressed, then close by talking about the wings and forwards that stood out in Pennsylvania.
Bella Klages Bella Klages 5'11" | CG Hartford | 2026 State WI
The best aspect of Klages is that she has no weaknesses. She’s got solid size at 5-10 or 5-11, can create off the dribble, pass, shoot, rebound, defend multiple positions, and has positional versatility. For people who were to watch a game of hers, that may not be a takeaway you have. However, the more you watch her play, the more you realize the value she adds to a team. The more you watch Klages, the more you understand how versatile she is, which I’ve come to adore about her game after watching her play these past few years.
Averie Harding
In the game I saw Harding play, I thought she did a solid job defending multiple positions when she had to on switches or in transition. I also loved how well she got into the paint. At times, Harding had position in the low or mid-post, but other times, the Comets forward attacked from the perimeter and shot over her defender in the paint. She’s a physical kid likely to end up as a four with the versatility to play a five at the next level, but I loved her physical tools, aggression, and ability to get points in the paint in different ways.
Taylor Ragland
Ragland is a versatile defender. She may be slightly undersized as a four at 5-11, but she makes up for it with effort and athleticism. Ragland ran the floor well and beat her matchup to the other end every time. I thought she rebounded the ball well on the defensive end and showed she could push the temp and get a fast break going after she got a defensive board. She can run for 40 minutes and drain the opposing frontcourt players by trying to keep up with her for an entire game. Every team needs a player who plays like Ragland.
Eni Oyedeji
The FGB forward is a young 6-3 post who’s still learning how to dominate each time down the floor, but she did plenty of positive things when I watched her play on Sunday. Oyedeji did an excellent job catching the ball at the highest point, keeping up and away from some pesky guards, and finishing through contact when those guards tried to swipe at her arms. I also thought she did an excellent job staying out of foul trouble while defending the basket. She understands how to use her length to fluster anyone attacking the rim while not chasing blocks. Oyedeji has a tremendous base to continue to grow her game over the next few years.