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It’s Time To Turn Attention Towards These 7 Names This Weekend

It’s Time To Turn Attention Towards These 7 Names This Weekend
Mikol Blake-Green
Mikol Blake-Green April 9, 2026 @ 07:21 PM
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Abbey Lazeren
Abbey Lazeren SF | 2027
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Mollie Puffer
Mollie Puffer 5'9" | PG/SG | 2028
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Kyla Yurkus
Kyla Yurkus 6'2" | C/PF | 2028
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Koharu Tanaka
Koharu Tanaka 5'6" | CG | 2028
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Gianna Neri
Gianna Neri 5'10" | SG/SF | 2027
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There're 5 players to start to pay attention to at the NE Spring Showdown. These prospects are all worth catching this weekend in some highly anticipated matchups. Check out who's mentioned underneath.</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":["1362416"],"_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-69d83734070b5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1362416' first='Kyla' last='Yurkus'] (2028) | C/PF | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yurkus is a 2x champion in hs hoops and she's due for a full breakout this spring/summer. Kyla is well-balanced, rebounds at a high level and knows how to make herself available on the blocks. The sheer size alone makes her such a tough cover. It's only a matter of time before she'll be considered one of the top bigs in her class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["815170"],"_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-69d8373407132"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='815170' first='Gianna' last='Neri'] (2027) | Wing | MH </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gianna can really boost her stock if she's able to consistently knock down the longball, be patient against contact and affect transition play on both sides. Her balanced playstyle will help subdue the hectic situations the team may find themselves in at key points. Her experience can help mitigate any mistakes in games with momentous runs. This is someone to pay attention to. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1605183"],"_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-69d83734070f4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1605183' first='Mollie' last='Puffer'] (2028) | PG/CG | BSJ </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Puffer plays well with many different skillsets. Her ability to relocate on offense as well as be a versatile asset on defense makes her herd to ignore. Never giving up on plays is just a part of her DNA no matter where she's at on the floor. Puffer is going to open some eyes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1045923"],"_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-69d8373407028"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1045923' first='Koharu' last='Tanaka'] (2028) | CG | MH </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tanaka is up against some stiff competition in her first couple of games, but she's well-equipped to hold her own in these battles. It'll be intriguing to watch just how the speedster will use her upbeat playstyle to impact the game. Her 2-way activity and relentlessness can be absolutely infectious. Koharu will be one to watch this weekend. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1824174"],"_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-69d8427415444"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1824174' first='Abbey' last='Lazeren'] (2027) | Wing | MH </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lazeren is coming into the weekend not on as many radars as others, but her hard work will surely stand out against her competition. She's a grit and grind prospect that exerts full energy into plays. This Huskie's team can be in any fight with a workhorse like her incorporated. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

There're 5 players to start to pay attention to at the NE Spring Showdown. These prospects are all worth catching this weekend in some highly anticipated matchups. Check out who's mentioned underneath.

Kyla Yurkus

Kyla Yurkus

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C/PF
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS C/PF
CLASS 2028
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Kyla
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Wachusett
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It’s Time To Turn Attention Towards These 7 Names This Weekend
Kyla Yurkus (2028) | C/PF | Yurkus is a 2x champion in hs hoops and she’s due for...
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Gianna Neri

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SG/SF
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SG/SF
CLASS 2027
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Pomfret School
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It’s Time To Turn Attention Towards These 7 Names This Weekend
Gianna Neri (2027) | Wing | MH Gianna can really boost her stock if she’s able to consistently...
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School: Pomfret School
Club: MA Huskies
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Mollie Puffer

Mollie Puffer

HEIGHT 5'9"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2028
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2028
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Sanford
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It’s Time To Turn Attention Towards These 7 Names This Weekend
Mollie Puffer (2028) | PG/CG | BSJ Puffer plays well with many different skillsets. Her ability to relocate...
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School: Sanford
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Koharu Tanaka

Koharu Tanaka

HEIGHT 5'6"
POS CG
CLASS 2028
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2028
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HS
The Rivers School
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It’s Time To Turn Attention Towards These 7 Names This Weekend
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State: New England
School: The Rivers School
Club: MA Huskies
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Abbey Lazeren

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CLASS 2027
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Grafton Memorial
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