Preseason’s Top 5 Freshmen Small Forwards

<!-- 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. Below are the 5 leading small forwards in the freshman class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Use code MBG30 for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2029","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"12124","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"12113","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68f2d0f5a8a7e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1217935"],"_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-68f2d0f5aaace"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217935' first='Jaliah' last='Duplessy'] (2029) | SF | 2029</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Duplessy is a winner that's shown she's a true leader on the floor. One that can carry the heavy responsibilities on both sides of the ball. Her mature game makes it hard to believe she's just a freshman. Look for Jaliah to have another great season to follow the championship. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["351272"],"_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-68f2da0ce3d8e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='351272' first='Kaylis' last='Diaz'] (2029) | SF/PF | MSC </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Diaz is certainly going to elevate MSC's frontcourt this season. She brings stifling defense, assured rebounds on both sides, a persistent finishing touch and a sense of physicality that can be absolutely imposing. </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-68f2da0ce3dde"} --> <!-- 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 | KO </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What's not to love about Malz? She's a multifaceted player that can step into whatever role the team needs. One aspect of her game that stands out is her ability to set teammates up for success. Dalila makes others around her better by being an accurate and quick willing passer. The scoring acumen shown demonstrates a player that's more than advanced at the moment. She makes the right decisions at the right time. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1005119"],"_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-68f2da0ce3e29"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1005119' first='Kyleigh' last='Goldson'] (2029) | SF/CG | Hamden </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Goldson has a tight handle, great range and athleticism that can be translated to both sides of the ball. Plus, she has all the confidence in the world that exudes through her knack for being productive. If Goldson gets on the ball early, good luck she can be absolutely electric at times. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1217952"],"_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-68f2da0ce3e74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217952' first='Brooke' last='Reddicks'] (2029) | SF | Milton Academy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reddicks knows how to affect the game in a few ways and she leads to winning basketball. She has some x-factor tendencies and her length can really influence what's happening on the floor. Milton will be better with more Brooke minutes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->