Recent High-level Underclassmen Performances

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Girls basketball season is off to a hot start across New England, with younger talent stepping into the spotlight early. Here are five underclassmen who have already made a strong impression and are beginning to make waves this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1282043"],"_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-69430bddf3b09"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kaylynn put together an eye-opening performance, scoring 55 points at just 13 years old, a feat that has already put her on UConn's radar and earned her a Division I offer. She plays with impressive strength, using her body to protect the ball and carve out driving lanes to the basket. Her motor shows up on the offensive glass, where she consistently hustles for put-backs and second-chance points. For a power forward, she has an incredible handle and adds versatility by knocking down threes and pulling up confidently from the mid-range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1217907"],"_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-69430bddf3b94"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jali consistently makes her presence felt on the glass, ripping down rebounds for her team, which is especially impressive given her guard position. She immediately looks to push the pace after securing the ball, using her speed and control to ignite transition offense that defenders struggle to contain. A reliable shooter from behind the three-point line, she can score both off the catch and off the dribble. Her all-around impact was on full display against Proctor Academy, where she posted a double-double with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 assists.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["975765"],"_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-69430bddf3bf8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zareia is a strong interior presence who excels in the paint, using soft floaters to score over taller defenders. She is a crafty and physical finisher around the basket, carving out space and converting through contact for and-one opportunities. Zareia also stretches defenses with her three-point shooting, making teams pay if they leave her unguarded. With this versatile skill set, she looks poised for a breakout sophomore season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055935"],"_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-69430bddf3c55"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tori had 14 points and 6 steals in a win against Millis, making her impact felt on both ends of the floor. Her deep three-point shooting stood out, as she knocked down shots with ease from several feet beyond the arc. That range makes her a major offensive weapon and forces defenses to extend well past the line. She can also create space off the dribble, highlighted by a smooth step-back three she hit in rhythm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1377002"],"_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-69430bddf3caf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Addy delivered an efficient performance with 18 points and 6 rebounds in a dominant win over Greenwich Country Day School, making the most of every possession. She shoots the ball well from deep, knocking down multiple three-pointers, including back-to-back makes early in the second quarter. Her ability to score efficiently while contributing on the glass makes her a steady and reliable offensive option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->