Howl About Those 2027s at Northwood

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Northwood Camp #2 featured a thrilling O.T. Tourney and many competitive matchups. New and familiar prospects put their best on display throughout the camp! Here are several 2027s who grabbed my attention on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1189782"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1280361,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6892942aac73f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alexis came through in crunch time to lead Imlay City to a dramatic victory at the Northwood Team Camp. She pushed the ball with pace to score full-court transition layups and converted free throws with a smooth follow-through at the line. Alexis drained four triples from different spots, including two of three within thirty seconds. When she gets hot, it's going to be a long night for the defense. After clawing their way back, the Spartans overtime tied. Alexis sealed the deal in sudden death. She drove with determination to the corner, let the defender fly by, and buried the corner jumper for the win. Alexis was clutch for Imlay City and will be a prospect to follow this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1280296"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1280372,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6892942aac7b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Peyton is a guard from Charlotte who did a bit of everything to stand out at the Northwood Team Camp. She shot the ball confidently from the perimeter and buried three corner triples in one game. Peyton created space to shoot, pass, and drive with her quick crossover dribbles. She followed her shot to secure an offensive rebound, crossed over, and finished a strong layup through contact off the glass. Peyton split defenders to score a soft floater, shot with balance off the bounce, changed directions effectively, and threw entry passes with excellent touch. She plays hard and will be an important contributor to the Charlotte program. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1280297"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1280367,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6892942aac80c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaylen was a very tough and productive forward for Oxford at the Northwood Team Camp. She pushed the ball with both hands in transition to score a layup, blocked a shot on a hard closeout, and added another in the paint. Jaylen battled to secure an offensive rebound and finished the putback. Her all-around impact on defense, rebounding, and around the basket will be important to the Wildcats' success this winter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1280302"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1280374,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6892942aac868"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mia is a playmaker from Lake Fenton who had a strong showing at the Northwood Team Camp. Her crafty ball-handling, inside-outside scoring abilities, and scrappy style left a great impression. Mia drove by a defender with a burst off the dribble to score a layup and drained a corner three. She pushed the ball uptempo with both hands in transition for multiple layups and scored a tough and-one layup with her left hand off two feet. Mia set the standard for effort. She fought hard to secure an offensive rebound, hustled to save a loose ball going out of bounds, and forced a turnover off her opponent's leg by sliding well on defense. Mia anticipated a pass to snag a steal and pursued rebounds. She used a shifty crossover combination to penetrate on a drive, then dished a perfect bounce pass to an open teammate. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["927438"],"_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-6892942aac8b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ella started day two of the Northwood Team Camp with a bang for Brandon. She penetrated the seams with her dribble and finished a sweet high pick-up layup through contact. Ella's aggressive on-ball pressure created turnovers and deflections. She caught a pass in the corner and accelerated down the baseline to score a layup. Ella was an active rebounder, securing many on the defensive end. She grabbed a board and took it quickly the other way for the breakaway layup. Ella changes hands well to avoid pressure and looks ready for another big season for the Blackhawks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["912525"],"_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-6892942aac8fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Caroline had another notable Northwood Team Camp for Sandusky again this year. She is highly praised by her head coach as a team player who cares about winning and doing the little things right. That mindset shows up on the court. Caroline created steals with her aggressive pressure and active hands. She poked the ball loose and dished a dime to an open teammate with her left hand. Caroline crashed the boards hard to grab offensive rebounds and finished put-backs. She used quick crossovers, got to the second level of the defense, and kept her eyes up to find the high-percentage scoring option. Caroline is an excellent shovel passer off the dribble and showed her explosiveness during a drive-by left-handed layup off two feet. Caroline is a guard prospect who does it all and has the character college coaches want in a prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1133005"],"_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-6892942aac943"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Scarlett is an athletic player who competed hard for Southgate Anderson and showed flashes of potential at the Northwood Team Camp. She used a quick sweep move to get by a defender on a drive, worked hard to secure rebounds, and finished a layup with a burst off the dribble. Scarlett uses her length and anticipation on defense to cause deflections and steals. She's an aggressive player with the versatility to play multiple positions. Scarlett will be a key contributor this winter to keep an eye on. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["897182"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1280363,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6892942aac9a2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sydney is a guard from Bay City Western who stepped up for the Warriors during the O.T. tourney. She made a great backdoor cut, caught the pass, and finished with a smooth reverse layup. Sydney looked off a defender, used a quick rip move to drive by, and caused a foul. She converted two key free throws, drained a wing three, and grabbed an offensive rebound. Sydney made plays throughout camp. She handled the ball well with both hands and scored layups. Sydney deflected passes and created steals with her active hands on the defensive end. She hustled to save a ball going out of bounds and had a solid all-around impact at the Northwood Team Camp. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Upcoming Events</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1280101,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/08/HP_SkillCase-Brochure_FALL-2025_.png?w=683" alt="" class="wp-image-1280101" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1267338,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/07/The-Expo.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1267338" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1280329,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/08/Headliners-Invitational-2025-Flyers-2.png?w=791" alt="" class="wp-image-1280329" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->