20 Freshmen Names To Know Now, Not Later

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Underneath are 20 names to keep in mind from the '29 class right now. These are just some that're noteworthy and could be poised to have big spring/summers coming up. Check out who was mentioned below.</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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1217907"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691a72"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217907' first='Jali' last='Eason'] (2029) | CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jali has been on a tear from the school year into AAU right now. Her emergence hasn't been surprising to those that know her, but the region is getting a chance to watch a special type of talent blossom. Eason is the real deal. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1321019"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691a8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1321019' first='Ameena' last='Owens'] (2029) | CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Owens is a serious hooper that understands how to be effective in a variety of ways. She provides consistency in her approach and has improved on her craft at a steady rate. Ameena is a talent worth talking about. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1217915"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691a99"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217915' first='Yara' last='Soufan'] (2029) | PG/SG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Soufan is a fun watch that's starting to get the respect she deserves. Yara is a serious gamer that has a tight handle and makes the defense react. Her playmaking alone generates great looks. This is one to keep an eye on in the class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1217927"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691aa2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217927' first='Amiyah' last='Martin'] (2029) | PG/CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's time to start recognizing the value Martin brings. She's a player that's unselfish, makes adjustments and can fill many roles. Amiyah does have the capacity to be a difference-making scorer too though; in her younger years she was considered a fearless bucket-getter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1217952"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691aab"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217952' first='Brooke' last='Reddicks'] (2029) | SF | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reddicks has great positional length, a knack for winning the 50/50 balls and sets the tone on defense. She's just a great overall weapon to have on the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1338642"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691ab4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1338642' first='Elliana' last='Barnes'] (2029) | SG/PG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barnes can be utilized with various skillsets and she'll consistently be a positive asset on the floor. The spacing she provides can do wonders for just about any lineup. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["981162"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691abc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='981162' first='Amari' last='Kouame'] (2029) | CG/PG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Amari is a competitive guard that lets her game do the talking. She gets after it on both sides of the ball and brings the energy no matter the tempo. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1447956"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691ac4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1447956' first='Julianna' last='Stirk'] (2029) | C | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stirk requires more in-depth looks as the season unwinds. She's been recognized as a watchlist player in the class, but her ceiling seems to be even higher than initially anticipated. The size, coordination and understanding of the game make her an easy add to the conversation. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1326558"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691acc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1326558' first='Maci' last='Lafontaine'] (2029) | PG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lafontaine is a name that's been gaining some traction lately. She's an astute player that's never doing too much and provides a level of stability that makes it hard to believe she's just a freshman. Her poise along with ideal decision-making are the backbone of her production. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1252669"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691ad4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1252669' first='Avanna' last='Debenedictis'] (2029) | PG/CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Avanna has the chance to surprise many this spring/summer. She hasn't had her "coming out party" just yet, but that could very well change in short time. This is a guard to keep an eye on in '29. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1041076"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691adc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gianna Poazzo (2029) | PG/SG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gianna has strong hoop genes and it'll be no time before the region is familiar with what she can bring to the table. She can be exciting when she's hitting shots and getting into her groove. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1217926"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691ae4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217926' first='Keysha' last='Reyes'] (2029) | CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reyes looks like a player that's going to be heavily featured for a long time in NE. The young combo guard is developing quite nicely and regardless of the inconsistent scoring output at the moment, she leaves her imprint on the game every time. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1223121"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691aec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1223121' first='Maizy' last='Desrochers'] (2029) | Wing | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maizy's contributions lead to positive outcomes no matter what her role is. She's natural leader, but has no problem deferring either. This is a promising talent in the class that's going to make serious noise one day. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1306780"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691af4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lily Reizakis (2029) | Wing | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lilly exerts a full effort forward and buys into the team's concept. She fully commits herself to her assignment plus Reizakis makes teammates' jobs easier. She's the type of player that brings her hardhat to each matchup. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1359171"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691afc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1359171' first='Allie' last='Jabre'] (2029) | PG/SG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jabre is one of NH's bright young guards in the class. Allie has good positional size and utilizes it in the right ways. She doesn't have to do much to affect what's happening on the floor and her coaches believe in her for these reasons, </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1217951"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691b04"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grace zkennedy (2029) | SG/PG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kennedy works well with various archetypes and she can be trusted to have positive returns no matter who she's up against. Keep an eye out for Grace's positioning in the upcoming update to the class rankings. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1293399"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691b0c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1293399' first='Alana' last='Brownstein'] (2029) | SF/SG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brownstein' isn't afraid of getting after it competitively. She challenges whoever is in front of her and can help sway outcomes with her 2-way impact. Look out for Alana this spring/summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1358736"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691b14"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1358736' first='Natalie' last='Tong'] (2029) | SF/SG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tong understands how to play with other talent around her and still finds ways to stand out even when playing her role. She has no problem sacrificing either, but as Natalie gains more responsibility, she'll solidify herself to an even further extent. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1350071"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691b1c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1350071' first='Samaya' last='Alzate'] (2029) | PF/C | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alzate grasps battling for position correctly and uses her strength to overpower others on the glass. She also has solid finishing ability around the rim. Samaya will have a chance to show the region what's she made of this spring/summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44","player_evaluations_0_player":["1217956"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":0,"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69fcee8691b24"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1217956' first='Riley' last='ODonnell'] (2029)| </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Riley is someone to keep an eye on in the class. There hasn't been much to go off of just yet, but she does show real promise. It's only a matter of time before Riley starts to stand out from her peers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->