Prospects Stepping Up And Showing Out in January

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>January has been a great month of basketball so far and it's brought about a large number of names to discuss. Below are 8 players that're looking quite sharp in their recent games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Use code&nbsp;MBG30&nbsp;for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["353548"],"_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-696ceb0b216e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='353548' first='Keyona' last='Raines'] (2026) | PG | Cathedral </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keyona had a stat-line of 35 pts, 9 reb, 4 ast plus 6 stl the other day. Her incredible output helped lead Cathedral in a big win over Archbishop Williams. With this dynamic level of play coming from one of Boston's top stars, it's not hard to see why she strikes fear into the heart of the opponents. Raines is a name to watch for the remainder of the season as Cathedral is rolling.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1352712"],"_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-696ceb0b2175c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1352712' first='Elizabeth' last='Galway'] (2028) | Guard | Edward Little </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Elizabeth had 15 pts plus 19 reb to lead Edward Little to a victory over Lewiston. Galway works hard and showed a desired will to make a difference in this matchup. Not long before, she had a 21 pt performance in a blowout win over Oxford Hills. The versatile sophomore is making some noise in the region right now.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["301042"],"_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-696ceb0b217a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='301042' first='Bleu' last='Kerr'] (2026) | 5'9 CG | St. Mark's </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kerr was posed a significant problem for Pomfret. The St. Mark's girls won big 49 to 29. Bleu was unshakeable in this matchup, putting up 23 pts, 4 ast plus 4 stl. This is one of the must-see senior prospects in the region. St. Mark's is looking to capitalize off this confident win and Kerr will be a key component for them as they troop forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["802977"],"_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-696ceb0b217f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='802977' first='Ava' last='Ayotte'] (2028) | 5'6 SG | MSC </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>27 pts was what Ayotte put up the other day. A few of the 7 weight 3-ponters came in rapid succession too. The sophomore sensation has been tremendous this year for MSC, regularly finding success from distance and making her mark as a playmaker on both sides. Her jump shooting ability makes her on of the more serious threats in any given game. Ayotte is looking mighty comfortable in her second season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["352998"],"_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-696ceb0b21835"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='352998' first='Taelor' last='Arnold'] (2027) | PG | Darrow </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Taelor has been making a difference all season long, but watching her in her recent matchup vs Worcester, she was one of the best players on the entire floor. Her 17 pts, 3 ast, 8 reb plus 4 stl were very influential in this one. The junior guard can explode in any game. What's impressive about her is she seems to be up for any challenge, competing at a high-level no matter who's in front of her. She definitely embodies "heart over height". Last year, Arnold garnered attention from serval scholarship level schools and whatever program gets her will be happy at the end of the day. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1050255"],"_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-696d26b3a7906"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1050255' first='Pearl' last='Dickson'] (2027) | 6'4 C | Berkshire </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pearl just had herself a career day securing 18 boards against Williston. The difference she makes night to night can be completely game changing. Having an anchor like Dickson downlow is absolutely invaluable. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1132823"],"_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-696d26b3a7978"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1132823' first='Layla' last='Rivera'] (2027) | 5'6 CG | Brokton </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of Brockton's key contributors has got it rolling in 2026. Rivera had 18 pts, 6 reb, 3 ast, 4 stl in the last home game. She had the crowd buzzing as she sliced and diced her way through the lane, finished at the free-throw line plus she was fluently knocking down shots from some of her favorite spots. On the other side of the ball, Layla made the effort to get deflections as well as fight for 50/50 possessions. It's delightful to see someone with so much offensive capacity put her best foot forward on the defensive end too. Layla's well-rounded game is being showcased in a great light. Rivera definitely deserves the recognition for the way she's showing up. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["922619"],"_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-696d26b3a79dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='922619' first='Delaney' last='Bonneau'] (2027) | 5'10 SG | Narragansett </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bonneau has been on her game lately. Her 30 pts, 14 reb, 6 ast and 5 stl performance helped lead to Narragansett to a big win. There's not much that hasn't already been said about Delaney this season. Her jarring numbers are fitting for a rising star that's been causing a lot of damage around Rhode Island. This is a player that's going to make a considerable amount of noise in the coming months. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->