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5 Versatile Freshman That’re On The Rise This Fall

5 Versatile Freshman That’re On The Rise This Fall
Mikol Blake-Green
Mikol Blake-Green October 21, 2025 @ 07:09 PM
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Avery Wright
Avery Wright 5'10" | SG/SF | 2029
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Zahara Wilson
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Dalila Malz
Dalila Malz 5'10" | SF/PF | 2029
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Maya Ocana-Saunders
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Olivia Breen
Olivia Breen 6'2" | PF | 2029
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<!-- 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 of the top multifaceted players from the recently dropped '29 rankings 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":["1217900"],"_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-68f81f792e6c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217900' first='Olivia' last='Breen'] (2029) | 6'2 PF | Oceanside </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more unique frontcourt players in the class and certainly one of Maine's brightest young stars. Breen has a game that screams next level. Theres no question why these bigtime schools want to get acquainted with the super talented Freshman stretch forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1320708"],"_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-68f81f792e761"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1320708' first='Avery' last='Wright'] (2029) | 5'10 | Rivers </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rivers is bringing in a high caliber skillset, especially for being just a freshman. Wright is undoubtedly one of the top wings in the entire class. The 2-way play from Avery influences positive play, plus her teammates can feed off her liveliness. She can be an absolute terror on both sides of the ball and it'll be exciting to see what she'll be able to add to tough, winning team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1319971"],"_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-68f81f792e7e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1319971' first='Dalila' last='Malz'] (2029) | 5'10 SF/PF | Kingswood Oxford </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Malz is an all-around forward talent that can fill up the stat-sheet. She's a handworker that does whatever it takes to put her team in the best position to win. Her size in combination with physical play, plus balanced agility allow her to thrive while playing multiple positions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1218000"],"_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-68f81f792e86f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1218000' first='Maya' last='Ocana-Saunders'] (2029) | 5'6 CG | MacDuffie </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maya is an athletic and springy player that can serve as a primary creator or secondary ballhandler. She loves to play in up-tempo games. Ocana-Saunders covers a lot of ground quickly and that can be highly effective as a defender. The defense is already standout; MOS is regularly playing up in the passing lanes plus she has quick reactionary skills, allowing her to recover in no time. Maya is a player to keep tabs on when the season starts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1320161"],"_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-68f81f792e8f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1320161' first='Zahara' last='Wilson'] (2029) | CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wilson isn't afraid to take what's hers. She's a consistent driver, plus she'll connect from range if the nobody steps up. Once Wilson gets going, it'll be a long tough night for team's top defenders. Zahara can be a scary sight for those tasked to stop her; she's a true scoring threat that requires attention. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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 of the top multifaceted players from the recently dropped '29 rankings to keep in mind as the season approaches.

Olivia Breen

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5 Versatile Freshman That’re On The Rise This Fall
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Avery Wright

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Dalila Malz

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5 Versatile Freshman That’re On The Rise This Fall
Dalila Malz (2029) | 5’10 SF/PF | Kingswood Oxford Malz is an all-around forward talent that can fill...
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Maya Ocana-Saunders

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Maya Ocana-Saunders (2029) | 5’6 CG | MacDuffie Maya is an athletic and springy player that can serve...
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Zahara Wilson

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Zahara Wilson (2029) | CG | Wilson isn’t afraid to take what’s hers. She’s a consistent driver, plus...
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