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Sophomore ID Showcase: Second Year Potential Standouts

Sophomore ID Showcase: Second Year Potential Standouts
Byron Xerxes Livsey
Byron Xerxes Livsey August 14, 2024 @ 09:11 PM
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Taji Alexa
Taji Alexa 5'10" | SF | 2027
IL
Mckenna Bloodworth
Mckenna Bloodworth 6'0" | PF | 2027
IL
Avery Mullaghy
Avery Mullaghy 5'3" | PG | 2027
IL
Paityn London
Paityn London 5'9" | PG | 2027
IL
Joslynn James
Joslynn James 5'3" | PG | 2027
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The upcoming Sophomore ID Camp will bring together some top sophomore talent from across the state. I'm excited to see both some of out returning players from last year's Freshman Expo and some new faces that are ready to make their mark. Below are a couple players that I'll be paying close attention to. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["625200"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bc07cd36c1d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">London was one of, if not the best player from our freshman showcase last fall. She's racked up some pretty strong offers this past AAU season, while also putting together a solid freshman season with her high school team. She's made a case for one of the top players in this class, and this showcase should stamp that.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["915530"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bc07cd36c7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Taji simply gets the job done when she's on the court. Aggressive on the drive, simple with her movements, and can make plays with her back against the basket. When it comes to the defensive side of the ball, there's no drop-off in her energy. Strongly built, with athleticism and some speed, especially in the open court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["616776"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bc07cd36cca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">James does it all on both ends of the floor. Outside of her skillset with the ball in her hands, her IQ and awareness are what stand out to me and why I think colleges should overlook the height factor. She can score at the rim, in the midrange, as well as beyond the arc. One of those prospects that you have to see in person to truly understand the value she brings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743622"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bc07cd36d11"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McKenna ran with a very talented M14 team this summer, and she held her own throughout most of those tournaments. In last year's showcase, she had multiple moments where she demonstrated her skill and talent. She's definitely developed over the past year, and I'm looking forward to seeing how she performs in this sophomore camp.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743591"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66bc07cd36d55"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We've said on multiple occasions that this Marist team has a strong sophomore class, and in my opinion, Mullaghy is toward the top of that. She is skilled, quick, aggressive, and plays the game with a ton of energy and confidence. She stood out among 100 players last year, and I'm certain she'll do the same this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The upcoming Sophomore ID Camp will bring together some top sophomore talent from across the state. I'm excited to see both some of out returning players from last year's Freshman Expo and some new faces that are ready to make their mark. Below are a couple players that I'll be paying close attention to.

Paityn London

Paityn London

IL
PG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Paityn
London PG
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
HS
Freeport
|
IL
Sophomore ID Showcase: Second Year Potential Standouts
London was one of, if not the best player from our freshman showcase last fall. She’s racked up...
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Paityn London

State: Illinois
School: Freeport
Club: Mac Irvin Lady Fire
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Taji Alexa

Taji Alexa

IL
SF
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
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Taji
Alexa SF
Class
2027
Height
5'10"
HS
Mother McAuley
|
IL
Sophomore ID Showcase: Second Year Potential Standouts
Taji simply gets the job done when she’s on the court. Aggressive on the drive, simple with her...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Taji Alexa

State: Illinois
School: Mother McAuley
Club: Mac Irvin Lady Fire
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Valparaiso
Joslynn James

Joslynn James

IL
PG
HEIGHT 5'3"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Joslynn
James PG
Class
2027
Height
5'3"
HS
Sterling Warriors
|
IL
Sophomore ID Showcase: Second Year Potential Standouts
James does it all on both ends of the floor. Outside of her skillset with the ball in...
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Valparaiso
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Joslynn James

State: Illinois
School: Sterling Warriors
Club: M14 Hoops
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Mckenna Bloodworth

Mckenna Bloodworth

IL
PF
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PF
CLASS 2027
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Mckenna
Bloodworth PF
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
HS
Wheaton Warrenville South
|
IL
Sophomore ID Showcase: Second Year Potential Standouts
McKenna ran with a very talented M14 team this summer, and she held her own throughout most of...
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Mckenna Bloodworth

State: Illinois
School: Wheaton Warrenville South
Club: M14 Hoops
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Avery Mullaghy

Avery Mullaghy

IL
PG
HEIGHT 5'3"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Avery
Mullaghy PG
Class
2027
Height
5'3"
HS
Marist
|
IL
Sophomore ID Showcase: Second Year Potential Standouts
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Avery Mullaghy

State: Illinois
School: Marist
Club: Illinois Dream
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