Philly Jam Fest: Players Flying Under the Radar

This weekend's Jam Fest will close out June and prep players for a big summer finale in July! Bracket style play will see teams compete with two divisions, Keystone and Liberty. I have my eyes on a few players who have been mostly flying under the radar this summer but are sure to turn some heads this weekend and establish themselves as must-see prospects for the upcoming live periods.   [player_tooltip player_id='1198655' first='Adriana' last='Bristow'] | NJ Soldiers   She's stepped it up in a big way this season and has given the Soldiers a ton of productivity on both sides of the floor. Her mobility has looked more fluid than ever and she's added a layer of toughness and grit that you just can't teach! She has been efficient around the rim and excellent off the dribble, confidently taking defenders from the top of the key. All the behind-the-scenes work Adriana puts in is all paying off! With every tournament that has passed this season, her game continues to be on an upward trend.   [player_tooltip player_id='871258' first='Sarah' last='Farrow'] | NJ Soldiers   You can put Sarah against anybody in the country and she will not cower nor fold! The level of physicality she plays with is not for the weak. She maintains laser focus from the first whistle to the last and while for most players their energy and intensity dwindles as the game goes on, hers only amplifies! She is super aggressive slicing to the hoop and relentless rebounding from her position. All eyes on her!   [player_tooltip player_id='564267' first='Shannon' last='Looney'] | CJ Hawks   Shannon had strong showings in both live periods this year at Spooky and AC. With lights-out 3-point shooting in her bag, she wastes no time letting the deep daggers fly. Her off-ball movement is swift and purposeful as she gets to her spots around the arc quickly to get off a good shot. Her transition offense is dangerous because of her ability to beat everyone downhill.   [player_tooltip player_id='976719' first='Reynah' last='Rattliff'] | Comets   Put some respect on Reynah's name! I don't hear nearly enough chatter about this young lady and her elite skillset! She runs the point with confidence and is equal parts scorer and facilitator. She uses strong handles to dust off full-court pressure and avoid traps in the half-court. With her head constantly on a swivel, she scans the floor looking to dish out some no-look Chelsea Gray-esque dimes. She's speedy and savvy with excellent decision-making. When she's not dropping dimes, you can find her around the arc splashing in 3's or carving paths through the lane, absorbing a ton of contact while still finishing at the rim.   [player_tooltip player_id='677602' first='Joelle' last='Murphy'] | Comets   Towering over opponents at 6'2", Joelle is someone you don't want to meet at the rim. Her length is problematic for anyone entering her space thinking they'll float one up over her or side-step around. Her size coupled with her mobility and verticality on defense makes her an intimidating paint protector and rebounding presence. Her buckets come around the rim and she is a reliable post presence.   [player_tooltip player_id='414246' first='Emani' last='Resto'] | NJ Vols   This girl is a total gym rat who lives and breathes basketball! The more I see of Emani, the more I'm convinced that she's one of the Garden State's most talented hidden gems. But I'm now going to need everybody who's sleeping on her to WAKE UP! She plays tenacious basketball and is tough as nails, especially on the drive. Her mid-range game is emerging quickly as knockdown and dangerous! Confident ball-handler who reads the defense well and makes smart decisions in real-time. She applies herself defensively as well with active and suffocating ball pressure. Her rotations are swift and help defense is effective in cutting off lanes and forcing turnovers. She battles and fights for everything; nothing is given, everything is earned!   [player_tooltip player_id='959832' first='Harper' last='Benjamin'] | Comets   Harper can shoot the leather off the ball from 3! She is ultra reliable spotting up behind the arc and once she gets hot, it can rain 3's in a hurry! She brings the energy and plays with a team-first attitude. It's never about her but instead about putting the team in a position to win games. As her skillset continues to expand, she will emerge as a dangerous guard who will get buckets consistency at multiple levels. She's confident, committed and very coachable.   [player_tooltip player_id='789189' first='Brooke' last='Stagliano'] | Comets   Brooke sure knows how to hoop and makes her presence felt instantly. Her mid-range jump shot is one of the prettiest (and most devastating) I've seen all summer and she is just as efficient on the pull-up as she is off the catch-and-shoot. And her 3-point shooting?? Well, let's just say there are very few who can shoot it like her from deep. Her shot selection is excellent, form is picture perfect and release is lightning quick! She plays at a controlled pace, doesn't over-dribble to stay stuck in one spot and looks to create both for herself and her teammates. Brooke is must-see TV!

This weekend's Jam Fest will close out June and prep players for a big summer finale in July! Bracket style play will see teams compete with two divisions, Keystone and Liberty. I have my eyes on a few players who have been mostly flying under the radar this summer but are sure to turn some heads this weekend and establish themselves as must-see prospects for the upcoming live periods.