5 Underdogs From ’29 That’re Just About To Get Started

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2029 rankings were updated the other day and it's the right time to discuss what's happening amongst this talented young group. Freshman year can be a pivotal moment as these girls experience their first official season of hs basketball. Below are 5 players that may've been considered overlooked at some point. These are all names from the recently dropped '29 rankings and ones to keep in mind as the season approaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Use code&nbsp;MBG30&nbsp;for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1256009"],"_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-68f827f1d5110"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harley Frtiz (2029) | PF | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A huge target downlow that makes herself available by fighting for position early. Harley isn't afraid of contact and is persistent in the paint. The defense must give a concerted effort to make Fritz do something else other than creating clean looks in the post. The deep position she gets usually makes for some easy basket getting. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1326563"],"_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-68f827f1d516e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1326563' first='Bella' last='Maddalena'] (2029) | C | Smithfield </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bella is a player to keep an eye on as the season gets going shortly. The ability to affect the boards, deter shots and just be a big presence in the paint will be an asset for Smithfield. As her game develops, she can be a serious factor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1217983"],"_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-68f827f1d51bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217983' first='Kelsey' last='Clark'] (2029) | SG/SF | Marianapolis </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Clark is a great 3 &amp; D option that'll be able to grow into so much more in her time at Marianapolis. One area of her game that stands out is her ability to stop transition plays as a defender. She makes it her point to stop the ball at the point of attack or at least slow them down until teammates can get back into position. This effort speaks great volumes about the type of player she is. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1256015"],"_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-68f827f1d5206"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1256015' first='Clea' last='Lagakos'] (2029) | CG | Nobles </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Clea is a sharpshooter from 3-point rage plus she's efficient from midrange. She knows her spots and doesn't think twice about getting to them. Nobles really helps shape great players, so it'll be no surprise to see Lagakos' development through the year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1041076"],"_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-68f827f1d524f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1041076' first='Gianna' last='Porazzo'] (2029) | 5'5 PG/SG | Foxboro </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Porazzo is one of the best long-range shooters in the entire class. She's a true marksman that's very accurate, despite schemes or attempts to run her off the line. Gianna is a fearless gunner that'll always give her team a chance with her on the floor. Foxboro will surely be able to use her skillset this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->