Chicago Elite Classic: Underclassmen That You Need To Watch

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Chicago Elite Classic is back this weekend at Malcom X College. This year's event features 7 games and 14 teams, making it one of the largest early-season showcases in the city of Chicago.</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Below is a look at some of the underclassmen from the Chicago area who deserve a strong look for college coaches tuning in.</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["973153"],"_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-69322349bbe9d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Every program needs a player that can be counted on defensively, and McAllister provides that safety net. She can cover the whole paint with her length, and also shows awareness in the passing lanes. Offensively, the skills are present, and as they sharpen. Fenwick will have one of the best '28 duos in their conference. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["947718"],"_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-6931fa37c79fc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Vega's growth over the past few years has been nothing short of impressive. The confidence alone is present, and when you tie that in with the skill, she has been a huge piece for her high school program. On both ends, she shows that she can be the best player on the floor. Strong potential. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["885956"],"_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-6931fa37c7966"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Ellis has seen a major rise in her stock over the past couple of months. The offers were constantly rolling in, and it's not difficult to see why. The size and frame alone are a perfect building block. On both ends of the floor, the potential to be a game changer is there. She can put the ball on the ground to score, she can be a tough matchup in the post.. and defensively she is a paint blanket who also can guard the perimeter. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["874655"],"_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-6931fa37c7a65"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>The length and aggression stand out immediately, and it's definitely noticeable when she's working in the paint. Her moves are simple, but they're effective. Whether it's a punch dribble to get a better position or a simple catch and turn. Defensively, she will alter, block, or stop a majority of shots that come to the paint. Active and aware. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1105031"],"_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-6931fa37c7ac4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Wellington has all the instincts and natural flow to the game that players work hard for. And for its easy. The skill set she has can adapt to all types of systems, simply because she can make plays just as well as she can score. The athleticism and the creativity are big reasons why she separates herself from others in this class as well. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->