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Underclassmen Ready to Raise in the Centennial

Underclassmen Ready to Raise in the Centennial
Brandyn Newbins
Brandyn Newbins January 8, 2026 @ 05:27 PM
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Natalia Baal
Natalia Baal 5'6" | SG | 2028
CO
Taylor Dirden
Taylor Dirden 5'9" | CG | 2028
CO
Chloe Cain
Chloe Cain 5'8" | CG | 2029
CO
Hailey Kenyon
Hailey Kenyon 5'8" | PF | 2028
CO
Avery Jones
Avery Jones 5'4" | CG | 2028
CO
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As league play approaches, these Centennial League underclassmen are starting to separate themselves and give their teams a real boost. Whether it's scoring, defense, or doing the little things that impact winning, each of these girls has shown they're ready for a bigger role down the stretch. Don't be surprised if their presence is felt even more over the next month and a half.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["792784"],"_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-69603d71e12cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">You can argue she's the best underclassman in the conference, and she continues to back that up on the floor. She can score in bunches from all over the court while also defending multiple positions at a high level. On top of that, she makes others better with her ability to create and play within the flow of the offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["903317"],"_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-69603d71e1333"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coming into the season she was expected to be a key piece on the wing and she's been that and more. Her play this year has turned heads as she's taken on a larger role as both a scorer and a creator. As league play begins her ability to stay aggressive will huge for her team's success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["792714"],"_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-69603d71e137a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She serves as an anchor on the defensive end and plays the game the right way. While she may not jump off the stat sheet her unselfishness makes an impact. Her contributions don't go unnoticed and she's the type of player who will make a difference for her team down the stretch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["792718"],"_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-69603d71e13d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This team has several players who can change a game but Hailey provides a steady presence. Her effort on the boards, ability to finish at the rim and willingness to defend guards on the perimeter changes the game. She brings a reliable energy that helps her team in big moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1242632"],"_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-69603d71e1417"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more underrated sophomores in the league she came into the season as a key piece for her team. Her ability to knock down shots from three both in transition and the half court, gives her team a consistent scoring boost. She also helps break pressure in the backcourt, adding value on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1623359"],"_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-69603d71e1468"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She's grown into a reliable guard for Mullen, providing valuable minutes off the bench this season. When she's on the floor, she plays hard and does exactly what's needed to keep the team steady. Her presence allows the upperclassmen to get rest without the team losing momentum.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

As league play approaches, these Centennial League underclassmen are starting to separate themselves and give their teams a real boost. Whether it's scoring, defense, or doing the little things that impact winning, each of these girls has shown they're ready for a bigger role down the stretch. Don't be surprised if their presence is felt even more over the next month and a half.

Chloe Cain

Chloe Cain

CO
CG
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS CG
CLASS 2029
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Chloe
Cain CG
Class
2029
Height
5'8"
HS
Cherokee Trail
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CO
Underclassmen Ready to Raise in the Centennial
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Chloe Cain

State: Colorado
School: Cherokee Trail
Club: Colorado Hoopsters
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Taylor Dirden

Taylor Dirden

CO
CG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS CG
CLASS 2028
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Taylor
Dirden CG
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
HS
Smoky Hill
|
CO
Underclassmen Ready to Raise in the Centennial
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Taylor Dirden

State: Colorado
School: Smoky Hill
Club: Colorado Hoopsters
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Avery Jones

Avery Jones

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CG
HEIGHT 5'4"
POS CG
CLASS 2028
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Avery
Jones CG
Class
2028
Height
5'4"
HS
Eaglecrest
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CO
Underclassmen Ready to Raise in the Centennial
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Avery Jones

State: Colorado
School: Eaglecrest
Club: Lady Blackhawks
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Hailey Kenyon

Hailey Kenyon

CO
PF
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS PF
CLASS 2028
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Hailey
Kenyon PF
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
HS
Arapahoe
|
CO
Underclassmen Ready to Raise in the Centennial
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Hailey Kenyon

State: Colorado
School: Arapahoe
Club: Hardwood Evolution
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Natalia Baal

Natalia Baal

CO
SG
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS SG
CLASS 2028
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Natalia
Baal SG
Class
2028
Height
5'6"
HS
Cherry Creek
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CO
Underclassmen Ready to Raise in the Centennial
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Natalia Baal

State: Colorado
School: Cherry Creek
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