Wings Making Noise at USA U16 Trials
At the USA U16 Trials, the wing position was loaded with talent, but these five stood out for their versatility, energy, and impact on both ends of the floor. Whether it was scoring, defending, or doing the little things to help their team win, these wings showed they belong on the national stage.
Jordyn Haywood
Jordyn
Haywood
6'1" | SG/PG
MICDS | 2028
State
MO
played with a motor, crashing the glass and finishing at the rim. She showed she can get to her spots and knock down mid-range jumpers. Her energy gave her team a boost every time she was on the floor.
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Ella Pepper
Ella
Pepper
6'4" | PF
Dexter Southfield | 2028
State
New E
brought a blend of athleticism and skill, making her a force on the wing. She’s a true three-level scorer who also dominated the glass as one of the event’s elite rebounders. Her physical tools and activity made her a tough matchup all weekend.
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Ashley MacCalla made her presence felt with her versatility on both ends. She defended multiple positions, scored in different ways, and was extremely active in passing lanes. Her ability to impact the game without needing the ball stood out throughout the trials.
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Carib Morris proved to be a knockdown shooter with a great feel for spacing. She constantly found the open windows to get her shot off and ran the floor with purpose, always making herself available. Her ability to stretch the defense opened up the floor for her teammates.
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Janiyah Hargrave’s versatility was on full display as she played comfortably across positions one through three. She crashed the glass hard and showed she can score in bunches when she gets going. Her size and skill set made her a tough cover from all over the court.
