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The Expo Preview: 5 Players To Watch – Part Two

The Expo Preview: 5 Players To Watch – Part Two
Byron Xerxes Livsey
Byron Xerxes Livsey October 2, 2024 @ 03:44 PM
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Courtny Bridgeforth
Courtny Bridgeforth 6'0" | SG | 2026
IL
Alyssa Borzych
Alyssa Borzych 5'8" | SG | 2027
IL
Grace Lee
Grace Lee 6'2" | PF | 2026
IL
Macy Menendez
Macy Menendez 5'4" | CG | 2026
IL
Marlie Orlandi
Marlie Orlandi 5'8" | SG | 2025
IL
<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["771780"],"_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-66f9a90c25372"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Active, aware, and patient, Courtny has the skill set to be effective in many ways; it just depends on what the system needs from her. If her role is to be a spot-up shooter, she can do that with no problem. If she needs to take over and be the go-to piece, she can certainly slide into that role. She's not the flashiest player, but she is effective. I'm looking forward to seeing her suit up with St. Francis this year, as she could be a huge difference-maker for the program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["735030"],"_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-66f9a90c25269"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">You can see the growth in Borzych's game from the start of the summer to the end. She has a bit of craftiness around the rim, as well as the ability to be a threat from the outside. She also has the length to be impactful on the defensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["515543"],"_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-66f9a90c25304"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Regardless of size, this kid is a go-getter, and from the outside, she's about as impactful as a shooter can be—fluid with a quick form. Her floater seems to be her go-to move when getting into the paint, and she can get there on almost every drive. Strong potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["625058"],"_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-66f9a90c253d1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grace is only scratching the surface of how good she can be, and as her outside shooting confidence grows, she'll continue to be a threat from all levels. One thing that doesn't get mentioned enough is her ability to make plays. Playmaking post players will always be able to translate to the college realm because of their ability to be a decoy and/or a facilitator.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["474835"],"_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-66f9a90c2542e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Marli plays hard on every possession and on both ends of the court. She can stretch the floor at a high clip and finish around the rim (with contact). She's finally back after a summer of rehab, and I'm sure she's looking forward to competing before the high school season starts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->
Courtny Bridgeforth

Courtny Bridgeforth

IL
SG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Courtny
Bridgeforth SG
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
HS
St Francis
|
IL
The Expo Preview: 5 Players To Watch – Part Two
Active, aware, and patient, Courtny has the skill set to be effective in many ways; it just depends...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Courtny Bridgeforth

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State: Illinois
School: St Francis
Club: Mac Irvin Lady Fire
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Highlights

Alyssa Borzych

Alyssa Borzych

IL
SG
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS SG
CLASS 2027
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Alyssa
Borzych SG
Class
2027
Height
5'8"
HS
Huntley
|
IL
The Expo Preview: 5 Players To Watch – Part Two
You can see the growth in Borzych’s game from the start of the summer to the end. She...
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Alyssa Borzych

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State: Illinois
School: Huntley
Club: Wolverinas
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Macy Menendez

Macy Menendez

IL
CG
HEIGHT 5'4"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Macy
Menendez CG
Class
2026
Height
5'4"
HS
Benet Academy
|
IL
The Expo Preview: 5 Players To Watch – Part Two
Regardless of size, this kid is a go-getter, and from the outside, she’s about as impactful as a...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Macy Menendez

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State: Illinois
School: Benet Academy
Club: M14 Hoops
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Grace Lee

Grace Lee

IL
PF
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Grace
Lee PF
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
HS
Depaul College Prep
|
IL
The Expo Preview: 5 Players To Watch – Part Two
Grace is only scratching the surface of how good she can be, and as her outside shooting confidence...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Grace Lee

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State: Illinois
School: Depaul College Prep
Club: All In
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Marlie Orlandi

Marlie Orlandi

IL
SG
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS SG
CLASS 2025
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Marlie
Orlandi SG
Class
2025
Height
5'8"
HS
Ottawa Township
|
IL
The Expo Preview: 5 Players To Watch – Part Two
Marli plays hard on every possession and on both ends of the court. She can stretch the floor...
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Marlie Orlandi

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State: Illinois
School: Ottawa Township
Club: Illinois Rockets
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