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Class of 2029 Watchlist, Players to Track Into AAU Season

Class of 2029 Watchlist, Players to Track Into AAU Season
Byron Xerxes Livsey
Byron Xerxes Livsey January 27, 2026 @ 03:29 PM
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Norah Knuckey
Norah Knuckey 5'4" | PG/SG | 2029
IL
Aleah Luna
Aleah Luna 5'0" | PG/SG | 2029
IL
Maggie Dreas
Maggie Dreas 5'7" | CG | 2029
IL
Brooklynn Alderton
Brooklynn Alderton 6'1" | SF/SG | 2029
IL
Meredith LaMonte
Meredith LaMonte 5'6" | PG/SG | 2029
IL
<!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/illinois/rankings/2029-watch-list/"><strong>The 2029 class</strong> </a>is still young, and this update reflects where things stand at this point in the cycle. Evaluation is ongoing, and players with official offers will take precedence over those without, especially this early. With limited exposure and development still ahead, what shows up on the surface often carries more weight than what we haven't had the chance to fully evaluate yet. That will change over time. For now, here are some of the top prospects on the Watchlist in the 2029 class.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1305056"],"_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-6977ab8708177"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Regardless of the size, when Norah steps on the court,</em> you can bet that she will be effective, and that is shown immediately. She is a player who can be utilized in a <em>catch and shoot role, or you can use her to give some frustration to the </em>opponents' ball handlers.<em> Solid potential. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["964969"],"_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-6977ab8708127"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Aldeton will have most of her impact onthe floor from below the nail, but she has the confidence to stretch the court and take those 3 pointers, if the defense allows it. Her length does more work defensively, and she's able to alter or block shots without needing to leave the ground. The potential is there.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1263336"],"_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-6977ab87080d4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Luna has been a bright spot for the Rosary program so far this season. She's a deep ball threat, that shows no hesitation or doubt in her ability to shoot. Defensively, her size is an advatage and she knows how to use it. Wether its getting steals in the passing lanes, or showing her athleticism and energy on the boards.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["881508"],"_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-6977ab870805d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>LaMonte plays the game with a strong sense of feel to the game, especially when she slides into the point guard position. She shows the IQ of when to lead the pass, or when to throw it on a dime. From a scoring standpoint, she can get to the rim in a few moves, and seems to have a good sense of how to finish over the bigs or around. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1246609"],"_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-6977ab87081c6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Drea's skillset is simple, but highly effective, simply cause she can be slotted into any role that is needed. If you need a bucket, she knows how to create an angle for her to get to the rim. Solid ball handling skills, mixed with a verstaility, is always a good sign for guards.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/illinois/rankings/2029-watch-list/">CLASS OF 2029 RANKINGS</a></h2> <!-- /wp:heading -->

The 2029 class is still young, and this update reflects where things stand at this point in the cycle. Evaluation is ongoing, and players with official offers will take precedence over those without, especially this early. With limited exposure and development still ahead, what shows up on the surface often carries more weight than what we haven't had the chance to fully evaluate yet. That will change over time. For now, here are some of the top prospects on the Watchlist in the 2029 class.

Norah Knuckey

Norah Knuckey

IL
PG/SG
HEIGHT 5'4"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2029
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Norah
Knuckey PG/SG
Class
2029
Height
5'4"
HS
Loyola Academy
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watchlist, Players to Track Into AAU Season
Regardless of the size, when Norah steps on the court, you can bet that she will be effective,...
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Norah Knuckey

State: Illinois
School: Loyola Academy
Club: Over The Edge Hoops
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Brooklynn Alderton

Brooklynn Alderton

IL
SF/SG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2029
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Brooklynn
Alderton SF/SG
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
HS
Montini
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watchlist, Players to Track Into AAU Season
Aldeton will have most of her impact onthe floor from below the nail, but she has the confidence...
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Brooklynn Alderton

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State: Illinois
School: Montini
Club: M14 Hoops
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Aleah Luna

Aleah Luna

IL
PG/SG
HEIGHT 5'0"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2029
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Aleah
Luna PG/SG
Class
2029
Height
5'0"
HS
Rosary
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watchlist, Players to Track Into AAU Season
Luna has been a bright spot for the Rosary program so far this season. She’s a deep ball...
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Aleah Luna

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State: Illinois
School: Rosary
Club: M14 Hoops
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Meredith LaMonte

Meredith LaMonte

IL
PG/SG
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2029
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Meredith
LaMonte PG/SG
Class
2029
Height
5'6"
HS
Providence Catholic
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watchlist, Players to Track Into AAU Season
LaMonte plays the game with a strong sense of feel to the game, especially when she slides into...
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Meredith LaMonte

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State: Illinois
School: Providence Catholic
Club: Illinois Defenders
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Maggie Dreas

Maggie Dreas

IL
CG
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS CG
CLASS 2029
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Maggie
Dreas CG
Class
2029
Height
5'7"
HS
Teutopolis
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watchlist, Players to Track Into AAU Season
Drea’s skillset is simple, but highly effective, simply cause she can be slotted into any role that is...
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Maggie Dreas

State: Illinois
School: Teutopolis
Club: Indiana Elite Havoc
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