Capitol City Classic: Post players who emerged

The Capitol City Classic once again delivered a strong mix of talent, especially in the post. From emerging underclassmen starting to figure out their physical tools to seniors still chasing an opportunity at the next level, the play inside stood out all weekend. Young posts showed flashes of what's coming, running the floor hard, battling on the glass, and learning how to play through contact. At the same time, older players brought strength, patience, and experience, anchoring their teams when games tightened up. Whether it was finishing through traffic, protecting the rim, or doing the dirty work that doesn't always show up in the box score, the impact was real. This Breakdown Sports event continues to be a proving ground, and for many of these post players, it was another step forward in their journey.   [player_tooltip player_id='1313011' first='Paige' last='Fenstra'] - 2030 Post - Rogers   As just an 8th grader, Fenstra (pictured above) already shows signs of being a next-level player. She's long, athletic, and plays with a strong feel for the game. In a tough matchup with Woodbury on Friday, she found gaps in the zone and finished with 25 points, doing most of her damage by staying patient and letting the game come to her. She didn't force shots, moved the ball when needed, and capitalized when chances showed up. On the defensive end, she talked early and often, stayed solid guarding her spot, and went after rebounds on both ends. There were a few times she caught the ball at the high post and looked to pass right away, leaving points on the table. As her confidence grows, expect her to add that mid-range shot, which will make her even harder to guard.   [player_tooltip player_id='644896' first='Logan' last='Miller'] - 2028 Post - Andover   Miller was her usual dominant self across two games at the Capital City Classic, once again showing why she's one of the most sought-after prospects her class. She poured in 21 points in the opener against Chanhassen while dealing with constant double teams and extra attention every time she touched the ball. What stood out was how well Logan adjusted. She never stood still, consistently moving, cutting, and relocating to find space and keep pressure on the defense. Beyond the scoring, she made her presence felt on the glass and showed confidence grabbing rebounds and pushing the ball in transition. Rated 5th in the 2028 class, Miller continues to add layers to her game. Her ability to impact the game even when defenses sell out to stop her speaks to her growth and understanding of how to compete.   [player_tooltip player_id='947135' first='Ava' last='Bolin'] - 2026 Post - Woodbury   The 6'2 post provided exactly what her team needed off the bench at the Capital City Classic, giving them a steady inside presence on both ends of the floor. Bolin understands her role and plays within it, which is why her minutes matter. Offensively, she kept things simple and effective, relying on a strong drop step to create space and finish around the rim. She doesn't force shots and makes defenses pay when they don't account for her. On the defensive end, her size and positioning change how teams attack. Guards thought twice about driving the lane, and she did a nice job contesting shots without fouling. Ava's impact helped Woodbury go 2-0 on the weekend. She may come off the bench, but her presence was felt every time she stepped on the floor.   [player_tooltip player_id='766676' first='Skyler' last='Mancini'] - 2027 Post - Chanhassen   Mancini continues to show why she's such a problem around the rim. Her length really stood out as she altered shots and made things uncomfortable in the paint. She did what she does best by crashing the glass on both ends, creating second-chance points and earning trips to the free throw line through pure effort. What caught my eye was her impact away from the basket as well. Against Chanhassen, the University of St. Thomas commit stepped out on the perimeter, used that same length to bother ball handlers, came up with a steal, and turned it into another trip to the stripe. Offensively, her passing out of the post was impressive. When the defense collapsed, she stayed calm, read the floor, and made the right play, leading to clean looks for her teammates. That awareness adds another layer to her game.   [player_tooltip player_id='918677' first='Josie' last='Van Vooren'] - 2028 Post - Waconia   The 6-foot lefty plays with a nonstop motor and runs the floor in a hurry. She was one of the best passing posts of the weekend, showing strong vision and a real feel for where teammates were on the floor. Everything she did had intent, whether it was how she moved, where she relocated, or how she impacted the game possession by possession. Josie showed soft touch around the rim, finished plays that were there, and held her own defensively by taking care of her spot. Her Wildcats team jumped on Rogers early and built a 42-point halftime lead, and she played a big role in that surge. We were hoping to see more of a matchup with 8th grader [player_tooltip player_id='1313011' first='Paige' last='Fenstra'], but Van Vooren will gladly take the team win.   [player_tooltip player_id='1090108' first='Addison' last='Harris'] - 2029 Post - Minnehaha Academy   Harris got her weekend going early with a Breakdown Player of the Game performance in the opener against Two Rivers, helping the Redhawks grind out a tough 48–45 win. After missing the entire season a year ago, it's clear she stayed patient and put the work in, because she's now a real force inside. In game two against Totino Grace, she made her presence felt right away with an offensive rebound on the opening possession, then drew a foul fighting for position on the next trip down. Harris later showed nice touch and confidence putting the ball on the deck, using a smooth euro step in traffic to earn a three-point play. Her rise, paired with 8th grade twins [player_tooltip player_id='1090086' first='Shea' last='Watkins'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1090085' first='Georgia' last='Watkins'], gives Minnehaha a post group that can control games on both ends.

The Capitol City Classic once again delivered a strong mix of talent, especially in the post. From emerging underclassmen starting to figure out their physical tools to seniors still chasing an opportunity at the next level, the play inside stood out all weekend. Young posts showed flashes of what's coming, running the floor hard, battling on the glass, and learning how to play through contact. At the same time, older players brought strength, patience, and experience, anchoring their teams when games tightened up. Whether it was finishing through traffic, protecting the rim, or doing the dirty work that doesn't always show up in the box score, the impact was real. This Breakdown Sports event continues to be a proving ground, and for many of these post players, it was another step forward in their journey.