Players Trending Upwards In Late February

This season in particular has been a special one. There's been so much talent to cover from the region, but specifically this February, there's been no shortage of information to report on. The seedings are shaping up, teams are in full stride and some of the best basketball of the year is about to be played. With that being said, there're certainly some young ladies that've outperformed recently. Below are 5 girls that've had advanced performances this month.   Use code MBG30 for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription.    [player_tooltip player_id='1134487' first='Jenna' last='Mishou'] (2026) | 6'2 PF/C | Archbishop Williams   Featured a handful of times this season, Mishou has had yet another outstanding game that must be noted. The 6'2 unicorn-like player offers a tremendous amount of value. There aren't many players at her position that can do the things she does and have the level of production she has with the success to follow. Jenna just put up a staggering 34 pts, 8 reb, with 5 blocks, numbers that seem like they're from a video game. The impact she has on the floor is immense. It's incredible to watch a player with this size move so gracefully, especially in terms of getting up the floor. Many bigs just can't keep up with her. Now add a soft touch with a plethora of finishes plus reliable shot creation from her spots and that makes a nightmare matchup. The defense hasn't even been mentioned yet. With Mishou's timing on her blocks it's hard for anyone to get a clean look. Her super long arms allow her to affect the ball even when it may seem like she's out of reach. This is a special player that's seemingly improving each time she touches the floor. Expect Mishou's ranking on the site to reflect the distinctive skillset.     [player_tooltip player_id='341008' first='Gabby' last='Middleton'] (2027) | 5'8 Wing | Newman   Who doesn't know Middleton's name in this space by now? She's been leading many headlines and getting a lot of attention for her impressive abilities. By all accounts, Gabby is one of the most dynamic wing players in her class. Her striking game can't be overlooked, not only for the comprehensive production, but the carefully crafted and superiorly polished technique she plays with. Due to her elite ballhandling, Gabby can carve out just about any type of space for herself. The masterful attacks are well thought-out and she's able to be reactive to the different levels of defense after she beats the first defender. The shot-making ability is the cherry on to though. She's been making tough shots for a while, but the efficiency now seems be a fundamental staple that's been worked on. Gabby knows how and when exactly to raise up for her shot, avoiding defenders while seemingly feeling unaffected by contests. She has a beautiful stroke from deep that carries indispensable features that allow her to be successful. Some of these include a wider base to assist in leg power, a consistent shot-pocket and an unwavering follow-through that allows her to get a high arc on her shot.   In a recent game vs Mount Saint Charles, Gabby put up multiple staggering 3-pointers, 5 of them to be exact. They were all 3's with defense in the vicinity, but that didn't seem to sway any of her focus. She nailed consistent longballs with deep range and she was not hesitant one bit with the ball in her hands. This type of play from Middleton is exactly why she's considered one of the best.     [player_tooltip player_id='491815' first='Cassidy' last='Mullin'] (2026) | 5'8 PG | Thayer   The dual-sport athlete has a ton of strength and agility that genuinely allows her to stand out. She uses her athleticism to her advantage on both sides of the ball. On offense, not only is she a facilitator, but she also has those vital decision-making skills that lean more towards a playmaker rather than a traditional halfcourt offensive initiator. She can certainly run the plays or aid in the sets being properly developed, but when a play needs to be made, Mullin has enough assertiveness to make things happen. Cassidy loves to get her teammates involved and hits them with direct passes in the right spots for them to score. She throws leading passes up the floor away or to areas where the defense just can't reach. When players give her space themselves because of the concern the ingenuity, Cassidy takes advantage of those mistakes. Her strong takes off the dribble carry her to the rim for tough layups over helping bigs. Cassidy does not hold back from attacking full speed when she notices a gap in the defense. She does have some floaters for the times where she doesn't commit all the way, just to give those shot blockers a different look. Speaking of defense, what stifling perimeter protection Mullin has. To be frank, Cassidy harasses players with an essential vigor that's flourishing. She has various approaches such as face-guarding, denying the lane-line in help, mirroring offensive players' movements and hustling to 50/50 balls. Mullin is truly a suffocating defender that loves to make plays on the ball. Her efforts and charisma are absolutely invigorating for her quad.   Flying sort of under the radar, Cassidy has had a pretty good season. She's been posting some formidable numbers for a player that could be considered underrated at this point. She's a stat-sheet stuffer that consistently fills the boxes up. Mullin is regularly posting double-digit numbers in scoring or assists, including a game the other day where she put up 18 pts plus 8 ast in a win vs St. Paul. Mullin could very well move up the rankings in short time with her refined game.     [player_tooltip player_id='1153116' first='Naya' last='Annigeri'] (2027) | 5'8 CG | Medfield   What an incredible sophomore talent Annigeri is. She has made a big name for herself over the last 3 years. Naya was actually just named a Tri-Valley All-Star, a consecutive accomplishment. She was also named the Tri-Valley League MVP this year as well. Naya has been absolutely phenomenal all season long, but when taking a look at her recent performance against a dominate St. Mary's team, it's clear that she belongs in conversation with some of the best in the class. The high-energy game was a great chance to highlight that elite skill vs some other first-class talent. Naya was able to knock down clutch shots, get to the rim, despite the contact and will her team to the major victory. The emphatic play was indicative of a top-level player with an unrelenting aptitude.   She certainly checks all of the boxes and her excellent play greatly contributes to wins. These aren't just empty stats. Currently Annigeri is averaging 16 ppg (46% efficiency rate on fgs), shooting 43% from 3, nearly 90% from the line, adding an additional 4 spg and also 5 assists. This suggests a player that carries a potency that far exceeds any presumptions.     [player_tooltip player_id='815170' first='Gianna' last='Neri'] (2027) | 5'10 Guard/Wing | Pomfret   The 2-sport athlete has sprung onto the basketball scene and has been finding success. Lately, Neri has been posting stirring numbers across the board. There's been multiple double-digit scoring games plus all these performances come with an additional high number of rebounds, assists, steals and blocks, Gianna is a luring 2-way player that's extremely beneficial in her minutes on the floor. She takes advantage of the time on the floor by consistently displaying high-level agility along with deep range shooting. She's suspectable to knocking down a few 3-pointers in any given game. If Neri hits one, she's liable to hit a string of others. The lengthy wing player offers versatility at a few positions due to her size and absolute shooting ability. This all comes together, especially on the defensive end. She uses her speed to get out in transition, steering players from the rim and she can even contest shots while backpaddling. The blocks as well as the steals normally come in multiples that derive from her aggressive defensive playstyle. Gianna has started to form as an enthralling player in the class that's been worthy of some recognition.

This season in particular has been a special one. There's been so much talent to cover from the region, but specifically this February, there's been no shortage of information to report on. The seedings are shaping up, teams are in full stride and some of the best basketball of the year is about to be played. With that being said, there're certainly some young ladies that've outperformed recently. Below are 5 girls that've had advanced performances this month.