Headliners Invitational Cheat Sheet: 10 Guard-Wing Prospects

The Headliners Invitational Showcase was a groundbreaking experience for the girls' basketball community in 2023. The second offering in October of 2025 was even better. We want to bring this showcase to different regions of Michigan, so girls from coast to coast have an opportunity to participate. Our next stop is Summit Academy North High School in Romulus on March 22nd! My definition of a prospective showcase includes three elements: 1) College-caliber players, 2) College Coaches, and 3) Media Exposure from a respected source within the high school girls basketball recruiting arena. The Headliners Invitational checks all three boxes, and then some. All colleges in the state of Michigan and many bordering states were provided details about the showcase, including a registration list. We believe these girls can help programs at the next level, and I'm so encouraged by the college coaches who continue to support this event! The high school and middle school sessions sold out within weeks of opening registration, underscoring the community's desire for this format and confidence in the host to deliver a valuable experience.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/10/image_c1dbcd.png?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-1353141" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Headliners Invitational, MS Session, Portland HS, Oct. 26th, 2025.</figcaption></figure>   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/10/Screenshot_20251027-140306-crop-1045x686-1761588322.png?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-1351452" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Headliners Invitational by [program_tooltip program_id='923712' first='Prepare' last='2 Win Basketball'], HS Session, Portland H.S., Oct. 26th, 2025. </figcaption></figure>   Following the precedent set by Prep Girls Hoops, EVERY prospect attending the Headliners Invitational Showcase will be included in a post-event article. Prospects wear numbered reversibles to make media coverage and evaluation as easy as possible. College coaches who pre-registered were sent a digital recruiting packet with all the information necessary to evaluate in the gym and contact prospects afterwards. The event format is EXACTLY what I believe needs to be present to 1) Thoroughly evaluate a prospect, 2) Fully demonstrate a prospect's recruitable qualities, and 3) Cultivate a connection with college coaches. Everything about this showcase is intentional, and nothing is being done haphazardly. College coaches will lead prospects during the skill stations and coach the players during games. Maximum ball touches have been built into this event through stations, 3v3, and 5v5 play. There will be a Headliners Invitational MVP selected for both sessions. All participants take an event t-shirt home with them, and a special edition T-shirt will be given to our showcase MVPs.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/Colleges-Attending-Headliners.png?w=819" alt="" class="wp-image-1808379" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Pre-Registered Colleges Attending the Headliners Invitational</figcaption></figure>   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/10/PGH-HeadlinersInvitationalArticle.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1354645" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">All-Showcase First Team, Headliners Invitational, Portland HS, Oct. 26th, 2025.</figcaption></figure>   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/10/PGH-HeadlinersInvitationalArticle-MiddleSchool.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1354578" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ridky, Newton, Coit, Steward, Bray, Taipalus, Headliners Invitational, Portland HS, Oct. 26th, 2025. </figcaption></figure>   I firmly believe that there is a perfect recruiting match for every college and skill prospect attending this event. The anticipation is building, so...without further ado, let's take a sneak peek at several guards competing during session one at the <a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/program/prepare-2-win-basketball/">[program_tooltip program_id='923712' first='Prepare' last='2 Win Basketball']</a> "Headliners Invitational Showcase"!    Brinley had a solid showing at the Headliners Invitational Showcase in October and I'm excited to see her in action again on Sunday. Brinley's all-out effort, rebounding grit, passing instincts, perimeter shooting, and hard downhill drives made her an immediate impact player for Flat Rock as a freshman.     Isabella came through in the clutch for Livonia Stevenson, scoring 20 points to help the Spartans win their District Final matchup against Farmington Hills Mercy. She makes smart backdoor cuts, switches hands in the lane, drives with a burst, and finishes at the rim. Bella has twitchy handles, good passing instincts, and is scrappy on the defensive end. She's a point guard I'm excited to see at the Headliners Invitational Showcase on Sunday.     Lainey had a very productive season for Salem, averaging 11.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, two steals, and two assists per game. When you watch Lainey play, her effort, competitive drive, and all-around impact leave a lasting impression. She takes charges, gets into position for offensive rebounds, scores through contact, and creates transition points. Lainey is a prospect that I expect to thrive in this environment. I'm excited to see her compete on Sunday at the Headliners Invitational Showcase.     MaryGrace is a small forward from Saginaw Swan Valley who could stand out at the Headliners Inviational Showcase on Sunday. She has good anticipation on the defensive end, leading to blocks and steals. MG finishes well off two feet around the basket and works hard to secure second-chance rebounds. She has the range to step outside and hit perimeter jumpers, while also slashing to the hoop on hard drives.     Sophia set a school record this season with over 60 made threes. She helped Airport win its first Regional Championship, pouring in 20 points for the Jets. Sophia led the team in scoring, averaging 17 per game, and will be the deadliest shooter in the gym on Sunday. Sophia left the Headliners Invitational Showcase with an offer from Spring Arbor in October, and she'll be a name college coaches have circled heading into the event.     Ciara has length and versatility as a guard-wing that will immediately stand out to college coaches. She pushes the ball with pace in transition using both hands, generates turnovers with her active hands in the passing lanes, and shoots with confidence from beyond the arc. Ciara is a prospect who could be in store for a breakout day at the Headliners Invitational Showcase on Sunday.     Sheana earned a ranking after her breakout performance at the Headliners Invitational Showcase in October. Her impact on defense, explosive drives, perimeter shooting, and ability to create space off the dribbles stood out. Sheana has an endless motor, and I'm excited to see her again on Sunday.     Valeria has length, athleticism, and a fundamental skills set that will immediately grab the attention of college coaches. She gets to the rim with long strides and a burst, then finishes with a soft touch using either hand. Valeria can light it up from beyond the arc and defend the perimeter. She's on watch to be a breakout performer at the Headliners Invitational Showcase on Sunday.     Julia is Salem's all-time leading three-point maker, and she'll be one of the top shooters for college coaches to notice. She turned in a solid performance in October, sinking threes, blocking shots, and grabbing rebounds. I'm excited to see Julia back at the Headliners Invitational Showcase on Sunday.     Janiyah is having a great career at Center Line, averaging 17.9 points and 11.1 rebounds per game this season. She has length, athleticism, and can score inside or outside. Janiyah generates steals and blocks shots on the defensive end. She won Detroit Free Press/Buffalo Wild Wings Player of the Week and is a prospect who I believe will greatly benefit from this event. Janiyah could be a breakout performer at the Headliners Invitational Showcase on Sunday, and I'm very excited to see her compete.

The Headliners Invitational Showcase was a groundbreaking experience for the girls' basketball community in 2023. The second offering in October of 2025 was even better. We want to bring this showcase to different regions of Michigan, so girls from coast to coast have an opportunity to participate. Our next stop is Summit Academy North High School in Romulus on March 22nd! My definition of a prospective showcase includes three elements: 1) College-caliber players, 2) College Coaches, and 3) Media Exposure from a respected source within the high school girls basketball recruiting arena. The Headliners Invitational checks all three boxes, and then some. All colleges in the state of Michigan and many bordering states were provided details about the showcase, including a registration list. We believe these girls can help programs at the next level, and I'm so encouraged by the college coaches who continue to support this event! The high school and middle school sessions sold out within weeks of opening registration, underscoring the community's desire for this format and confidence in the host to deliver a valuable experience.