2028’s That Could Have A Standout Sophomore Year

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Freshman year to sophomore is technically a big jump, but this can come with some leadership expectations, as well as a deeper understanding of what their coach is looking for out of them. From an individual standpoint, these prospects have one year under their belt, which should mean that we will see some growth within their games. Below are 5 prospects that I believe will have a big year. </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["867873"],"_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-6887eb82374bf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>One of the more versatile players in this class, and I truly believe she's only been playing off pure athleticism and feel, which says a lot because there are moments in her game where you see how skilled she is at her age. She's a part of a big 3 at Dunlap that could easily compete with anyone in the state, and I think this year she could be that unguardable presence simply based on her size and versatility. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["884390"],"_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-6887eb8237598"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Engler will be in a new jersey and system this year, but one of her best skill sets can translate with ease, shooting. She was easily one of the best shooters in this class last year, and I don't see that changing this year. She already has her name in the IHSA record books, wouldn't be surprised if she does something similar this year at Vernon Hills.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["882032"],"_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-6887eb823764f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Saint Charles East talent is heavy with their underclassmen, and Kathlyn is towards the front of that. This year she'll be utilized in a lot of roles, I'm expecting, but her scoring will be needed out of her immediately. She's already shown last year that she could be a key facilitator for this team, and I'm sure that part of her game has increased this summer. Big year ahead for her. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["875440"],"_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-6887eb823771a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Webb will give Minooka another level of scoring as well as a different pace. Her ability to get to the rim and finish will cause a ton of attention, and with a couple of shooters and some elite wings on the perimeter, we could see more of her pass first skill set take the lead this year. Double doubles this year for Sadie won't be out of reach. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["863271"],"_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-6887eb82377b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Ava is the force behind her Viators team, and she'll be key to why the wins could stack up. Offensively, she's noted for her ability to score at a high clip, but she's also a threat from the passing standpoint as well as on the boards. This year, with the scouting report being directed at her again, I'm sure she's been in the gym working on ways to increase her stamina as well as her versatility. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->