Cal Stars 17u EYBL Names to Know

The [program_tooltip program_id='713886' first='Cal' last='Stars'] 17u squad is loaded with talent at every position. Some players are out-of-state, while others are household names within California. They will be a force to reckon with in the EYBL circuit after finishing 4-0 last week at the Spring Invitational Showcase hosted by Sports Academy in Thousand Oaks, CA.    The 2025 5A Oregon POY has taken her talents to the [program_tooltip program_id='713886' first='Cal' last='Stars'] EYBL program. Taylor is tailor-made for the grassroots scene. She has deadly speed in the open court and is a graceful finisher at the rim. Taylor is always in attack mode with the ball in her hands. She is also always under control. The pressure she applies on a defense wears them down from start-to-finish. She is more of a slasher, but can hit from outside when she is in rhythm. As a state champion, Taylor wants and knows how to win. Her quick hands and elite instincts lead to several steals. Taylor applies tremendous on-ball pressure and will be reliable on both ends.     With offers from the likes of UCLA, Arizona, and Michigan, it is no surprise this super sophomore is playing a year up. Kori made a name for herself on the grassroots scene as part of the [program_tooltip program_id='714011' first='Jason' last='Kidd Select']. She gets downhill with the best of the best. Kori can play with and without the ball. She checks all of the boxes. Ideal size and athleticism as a combo guard. Elite isolation scorer and facilitator. Pure shooter. Kori is already ELITE coming off screens to catch and fire. Very few prospects have her all-around potential.     Love is very nimble and light on her feet. She will control the paint whenever she chooses. For staters, Love understands how to use her size to her advantage. She is physical and creates post position with ease. With a stellar face-up game, she can catch the ball at the high-post and score off-the-dribble. Love finishes with either hand. She is reliable from the mid-range and has a soft touch around the basket. Deadly spin move in her arsenal. As a defensive intimidator and skilled big, expect few to contain this dominating Oregon native.     When evaluating her game, the hustle, energy, and intangibles stand out. Alyssa has plenty of skill, but is more than willing to do the dirty work as well. She moves well without the ball and can hit the open jumper. She attacks the paint like she means it. Alyssa is perhaps one of the top guard rebounders in the entire country. Her scoring instincts and competitive nature make her must-see any time she steps on the court.     As the #2 ranked junior in Washington, Brooklynn is bringing next-level ball handling ability and a nice scoring punch to the [program_tooltip program_id='713886' first='Cal' last='Stars']. She has 2000 career points and counting in her high school career. Brooklynn reads the game very well. Finishes strong with contact at the rim. She gets in the lane with ease and uses several ball fakes to make plays for herself and others. Brooklynn is very creative with the ball in her hands and as shifty as they come. Very few can stay in front of her due to a plethora of crossovers, hesitations, eurosteps, and in-and-outs. Combine that with her tendency to catch fire from long-range. She will be one of the most exciting prospects to watch on the circuit.     As the East Bay Athletic League Defensive POY this past high school season, Layla will set the tone for this squad on that end. She closes out on shooters with excellent off-ball awareness. Layla has a great understanding of press coverage and zone defense. The combination of her height, wingspan, and defensive IQ make her a high-value commodity. Combine that with a very nice shooting touch and you have a top-tier 2-way wing. Very quick release on her jumper. Layla understands how to move without the ball and find those open spots. The catch-and-shoot jumper is beautiful to watch.     Sophia and Layla are fresh off a high school state title and will carry that momentum forward to grassroots season. Sophia is a pure shooter who steps into her shot with confidence. She will thrive in the up-and-down atmosphere of the EYBL circuit. Sophia has plenty of wiggle to create space and fire. She is a nightmare to cover off-the-dribble. Truly understands how to score on all 3 levels. Sophia lets the game come to her and is a great fit for this loaded [program_tooltip program_id='713886' first='Cal' last='Stars'] roster.

The Cal Stars 17u squad is loaded with talent at every position. Some players are out-of-state, while others are household names within California. They will be a force to reckon with in the EYBL circuit after finishing 4-0 last week at the Spring Invitational Showcase hosted by Sports Academy in Thousand Oaks, CA.