Grassroots Preview: Upward Stars 3SSB 16U

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[program_tooltip program_id='1231019' first='Upward' last='Stars 3SSB'] 16U competes on the Adidas Circuit. Who are some of these players on this squad? Well take a look right here and make sure to <strong><em>SUBSCRIBE today for all the latest happenings here in the Palmetto State. Use the passcode "Swanny30" at checkout to save 30% off your first billing cycle. #RecruitThePalmettoState </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238975,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1192.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238975" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='429820' first='Zaria' last='Thompson'] </strong>- Cardinal Newman </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thompson is a physical presence down low on the block. Zaria will stir up contact and work both sides of the block. She has no problems staying down in the paint and being a true post player that she is for the [program_tooltip program_id='1231019' first='Upward' last='Stars 3SSB'] program. Zaria always does a good job of keeping the ball up high after claiming it off the glass. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238976,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1190.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238976" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='480142' first='Shanaryah' last='Wright'] </strong>- Camden HS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wright really looks to clean up on the boards on both sides of the court. Shanaryah finds her best results around the paint area just being active. She will collect putbacks around the bucket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238978,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1188.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238978" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='376018' first='Harmony' last='Jefferson']</strong> - Camden HS</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jefferson a small forward gives you a perimeter threat or a slasher to the bucket. Harmony has good length to be disruptive in the passing lanes with constant activity. She really brings good energy to the team on and off the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238973,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1194.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238973" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='610426' first='Imani' last='Mciver']</strong> - Mauldin HS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Imani brings so much energy to the floor with her activity on both ends of the court. She always finds herself playing around the ball while on the court. Imani is really active in the passing lanes on the defensive side. She does the little things to help your team secure victories. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238979,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1187.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238979" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='739945' first='Makayla' last='Moore']</strong> - Dorman HS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moore is a jet quick point guard who really keeps the rock low to the ground. Makayla really plays the game with active hands and a pesky defender. Moore will get the ball downhill to the bucket and look to create opportunities for herself and her teammates. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238972,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1195.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238972" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='756275' first='Kiley' last='Freeman']</strong> - Gray Collegiate Academy </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Freeman a left-handed point guard really looks to touch the paint and get the ball into the gaps. Kiley really likes to push the tempo on the floor. She has the ability to dial in from downtown with her long-range shooting ability. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238971,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1197.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238971" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='637608' first='Amelia' last='Williams']</strong> - Legion Collegiate Academy </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The left-handed Williams seems to be best suited off the ball and knocking down shots out on the perimeter. Amelia is a constant shooting threat from downtown for this squad. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238977,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1189.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238977" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='781438' first='Kaylan' last='Hickman']</strong> - Legacy Early College </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hickman a rangy wing-forward runs the floor well and fills the lane in transition. Kaylan started her career off at Eastside HS before coming over to the Lady Lions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1238974,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_1193.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1238974" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='610424' first='Jade' last='Hailstock']</strong> - JL Mann HS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hailstock makes the engine go for this team. Jade really understands on how to use ball-screens and turn the corner at times on the way to the bucket. She will score the ball from all 3 levels on the floor. Jade will finish through contact on the way to the bucket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1174795' first='Olivia' last='Lewter']</strong> - Clover HS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lewter recently joined the squad. The left-handed combo guard excels on the soccer field for the Lady Blue Eagles. Lewter is a nice addition to this already talented squad. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='936868' first='Sanai' last='McKenzie-Watson'] </strong>- Grovetown (GA)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>May 16-18 - Adidas 3SSB Session 2 - Bryan, TX </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>May 24-26 - Insider Exposure Memorial Day Classic - Charlotte, NC </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>July 5-6 - Retreat #4 - FAB 75 - Greensboro, NC </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>July 10-12 -Insider Exposure Hoosier Heat - Westfield, IN </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>July 17-21 - Adidas 3SSB Session 3 - Rock Hill, SC </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->