PGH Oklahoma Freshman Showcase: Team 5

Let's take a look at Team 5 from this past weekend freshman showcase. You are talking about some players who will have an immediate impact on their programs either as starter or adding depth. Check out Team 5 and remember the names.    If you are looking for a true point guard that marks all the boxes, then you need to check out [player_tooltip player_id='1304769' first='Zoie' last='Johnson']. The point guard showed great poise with ball in hand while eyes were reading the floor looking to make the next play. . Impressive was the ability to create space off the dribble. A tough match up on the drives as she can blow bye you for a layup or stop on a dime knocking down that elbow jumper. The outside jumper makes her a scoring guard at all 3 levels. (3-pointer, Driver, and pull up jumper) As a true point guard does she is looking for the set up first as she dropped passes to the backside block for easy scores.   A calm cool customer that plays with a smile on her face. Do not mistake that kindness as when it comes down to defense this guard is all business. The consistent play on both ends puts among the Top 2029 players. A great addition for the Lady Titans.     First time seeing the shooting guard from Stillwater that showed good movement without the ball relocating to keep good offensive spacing. Good shooting form with hands ready on the catch to shoot the 3-pointer. In transition Emma got out ahead of the ball looking for the pass ahead to give her team points in transition.   On defense showed understanding of jumping to the help line picking off the pass for the steal. Scrappy rebounder that did not mind crashing the board for the rebound. Not sure what Stillwater has coming back this season, but Emma defense could find her some montures at the varsity level.     I would honestly have to say Blayke was one of the pleasant surprises Saturday. The small forward showed a nice mid-range jumper but it was the little things that really stood out when watching her play. Tipping the offensive rebounds just enough for her to gain control of the board stealing another possession for her team. In transition she got out wide and ran the lanes giving the passers a great angle leading her to the layup.   On defense I could predict she will be among the leader in deflections for the team. Blayke sees the next pass extremely well for a incoming freshman jumping the lane for open court steals leading to points off turnovers. Expect this lady to put many minutes and big numbers for the Lexington program.     A guard that is always moving without the ball either cutting backdoor or relocating for the open jumper. Nice pump fake off the 3-point line getting to the rim in 2 dribbles finishing with a layup. Showed range knocking down the 3-pointer. Great job of getting out on the breaks running the to the rim looking for the pass up the floor. Nice job rebounding on the offensive end scoring on the putbacks.   Tough defender that has quick lateral footwork making it hard for the ball handler to get by her. Quick drop allowed her to defend the next passing lane while also protecting the backdoor cut. Not sure what Dewey has returning but the athleticism Adrianna brings is a nice addition.     Kimber showed her offensive versality this Saturday by playing a shooting guard knocking down the outside 3-point off the dribble and kick outs. I believe her best game is when she plays that combo guard that gets downhill to the rim. Either way Kimber is one of those guards that makes positive plays by getting those valuable paint touches. Good second level reads on the defense by kicking it out or scoring at the rim.   On defense the guard was very active on the ball as well as taking away the passing lanes. I do like a rebounding guard that grabs the boards and take off needing no outlet, Kimber is that type of guard. The incoming freshman adds a versatile guard that can find ways to score to the Minco roster.     The length and athletic ability made me wonder why I have not seen this young lady play. Listed at 5'8 but has the wingspan of a 6'2 player. When looking at her size I still think when all is said and done, she will be 6'0. Listed as a shooting guard for good reason by knocking down the 3-pointer as well as the 15ft jumper. Grace has the skill set to play that proto-type old school slasher/forward position. A small forward that moves off the ball scoring with backdoor cuts or getting offensive rebounds for putbacks.   I would expect a big jump for Grace this season as her development continues to grow. Impressive showing this weekend for Grace earning a spot on my freshman watch list.     A very smooth combo guard that was a pleasure to watch in person. Stella took off AAU this summer to focus on her game as she headed into her freshman season at the High School level. The hard work has paid off showing a very strong complete skill set. A shooter in all 3 phases: outside jumper, mid-range jumper and the pull up jumper off the dribble. Impressive was the vision that she plays with. You can see the eye scanning the floor reading the defense before making the pass.   Nice transition decisions lead to easy scoring opportunities for her teammate and herself. Good rebounding guard that did not mind getting in the mix for the board. Great size for a guard that can play either the point or shooting spot. Keep an eye on this young lady, she can hoop.     Versatile forward that showed range on the jumper as well as being a force on the blocks. The high post shot makes her great option against a man or zone defense. If the defender drops back, she has a very nice smooth shot from the high post. Annabel has great vision as a passer for a forward. The passing ability that she has would be a perfect fit for a coach running the Princeton type offense.   A very strong and solid base on the blocks that does not give up any space when getting backed down on the block. Great job of being a wall defender on the drives not committing any unnecessary fouls ion the driver. A very solid freshman that should see playing time as she gives the Lady Titans some size this season.

Let's take a look at Team 5 from this past weekend freshman showcase. You are talking about some players who will have an immediate impact on their programs either as starter or adding depth. Check out Team 5 and remember the names.