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Sophomore Sleepers You Should Know This Season

Sophomore Sleepers You Should Know This Season
Akeem Webb
Akeem Webb November 12, 2024 @ 11:49 PM
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Kenzie Williams
Kenzie Williams 5'5" | SG | 2027
KY
Sara Jenkins
Sara Jenkins 5'6" | PG | 2027
KY
Kendall Hemmerle
Kendall Hemmerle 5'10" | PF/SF | 2027
KY
Harper Hurt
Harper Hurt 5'5" | CG | 2027
KY
Gianna Cooper
Gianna Cooper 5'3" | PG | 2027
KY
Avery Raikes
Avery Raikes 5'7" | SF | 2027
KY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE “webb30” FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2027 has a ton of talented players, including some that have yet to make their mark, but should get more opportunity this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743675"],"_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-67341b5dace55"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='743675' first='Sara' last='Jenkins'] is a 3-sport athlete at Rowan County High School. She is a high IQ point guard that you can trust with the ball in her hands. She is really good off the bounce and knows how to collapse the defense and find open teammates at the perimeter. Jenkins is a great on-ball defender who plays the passing lane well and keeps ball handlers in front her with her lateral quickness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743738"],"_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-67341b5dacdc0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='743738' first='Kenzie' last='Williams'] played in 26 games her as a freshman for Southwestern. She loves to let it fly from beyond the arc and has a quick release along with good shooting accuracy and mechanics. Williams should see more varsity minutes this season. (Featured Image)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743663"],"_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-673430a66f2ef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='743663' first='Harper' last='Hurt'] played in 21 games for a Metcalfe County team that finished 20-13, won the 16th district, and made a run at the 4th region title. Hurt has a good all-around game. She handles the ball well, can make open shots from the perimeter, and is a solid defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["740007"],"_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-67341b5dacec1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='740007' first='Gianna' last='Cooper'] played in 4 games for a very talented Cooper team that finished at the top of 9th region and made a deep run in the state tournament. She is a small but mighty guard who sees the floor well and likes to get others involved. She is also a lights out shooter from three with good range on her shot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["502108"],"_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-673430a66f333"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='502108' first='Avery' last='Raikes'] played in every game for Taylor County and averaged 3 points and 2 rebounds in her freshman season. Raikes is at her best when she attacks downhill; she can absorb contact and still finish at the rim. She can hit shots from long distance and knows how to make an impact on the defensive end. Raikes will be a key player for the Lady Cardinals this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743668"],"_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-673430a66f372"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='743668' first='Kendall' last='Hemmerle'] has great size, length, and versatility. She is a good rebounder and a gritty defender who can guard the post and the perimeter. Hemmerle can also operate from the high/low post and has a nice touch around the rim. She will step into a much bigger role this season for the Lady Crimson.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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Sara Jenkins

Sara Jenkins

KY
PG
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Sara
Jenkins PG
Class
2027
Height
5'6"
HS
Rowan County
|
KY
Sophomore Sleepers You Should Know This Season
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State: Kentucky
School: Rowan County
Club: Louisville Lady Aces
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Kenzie Williams

Kenzie Williams

KY
SG
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS SG
CLASS 2027
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Kenzie
Williams SG
Class
2027
Height
5'5"
HS
Southwestern
|
KY
Sophomore Sleepers You Should Know This Season
Kenzie Williams played in 26 games her as a freshman for Southwestern. She loves to let it fly...
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Kenzie Williams

Instagram
State: Kentucky
School: Southwestern
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Harper Hurt

Harper Hurt

KY
CG
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS CG
CLASS 2027
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Harper
Hurt CG
Class
2027
Height
5'5"
HS
Metcalfe County
|
KY
Sophomore Sleepers You Should Know This Season
Harper Hurt played in 21 games for a Metcalfe County team that finished 20-13, won the 16th district,...
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Harper Hurt

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State: Kentucky
School: Metcalfe County
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Gianna Cooper

Gianna Cooper

KY
PG
HEIGHT 5'3"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Gianna
Cooper PG
Class
2027
Height
5'3"
HS
Ryle
|
KY
Sophomore Sleepers You Should Know This Season
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State: Kentucky
School: Ryle
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Avery Raikes

Avery Raikes

KY
SF
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
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Avery
Raikes SF
Class
2027
Height
5'7"
HS
Taylor County
|
KY
Sophomore Sleepers You Should Know This Season
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State: Kentucky
School: Taylor County
Club: Richmond Heat
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Kendall Hemmerle

Kendall Hemmerle

KY
PF/SF
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PF/SF
CLASS 2027
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Kendall
Hemmerle PF/SF
Class
2027
Height
5'10"
HS
DuPont Manual
|
KY
Sophomore Sleepers You Should Know This Season
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Club: Kentucky Premier
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