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Indiana’s 2029 Rising Contributors Ready for Bigger Roles

Indiana’s 2029 Rising Contributors Ready for Bigger Roles
Heavynne Beard, Michigan, 2029
Darvoni Christopher
Darvoni Christopher May 3, 2026 @ 09:54 PM
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Keianah Hart
Keianah Hart 6'1" | C/PF | 2029
IN
Kristina Hollowell
Kristina Hollowell 5'10" | SF/PF | 2029
IN
Ava Emberton
Ava Emberton 5'6" | PG | 2029
IN
Heavynne Beard
Heavynne Beard 5'8" | SG | 2029
IN
Gabby Bassett
Gabby Bassett 5'9" | PG | 2029
IN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Every successful program needs players who are ready to embrace larger roles, and this group has already shown signs of becoming key contributors for their respective teams. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1263930' first='Gabby' last='Bassett']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1263932' first='Heavynne' last='Beard']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1263941' first='Ava' last='Emberton']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1263945' first='Kristina' last='Hollowell']</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1690464' first='Keianah' last='Hart']</strong> each bring a unique skill set that adds value on both ends of the floor. Whether it is varsity experience gained early, leadership at the guard position, interior presence, or offensive versatility, these players continue to develop into important pieces for the future of their programs. As the upcoming season approaches, each athlete will have an opportunity to build on previous success and take another major step forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1263930"],"_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-69f80a7f94dcd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1263930' first='Gabby' last='Bassett'] earned valuable varsity experience this past season for a talented Westfield program, even making several starts against strong competition. Stepping into meaningful varsity minutes on an experienced team speaks to her trustworthiness, work ethic, and overall basketball IQ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bassett impacts the game with her ability to play under control while contributing in multiple areas. She moves well without the basketball, makes smart reads offensively, and competes hard defensively. Her ability to adjust to varsity speed and physicality throughout the season helped her continue gaining confidence every game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">What stands out most is her willingness to embrace her role and make winning plays. Whether it is defending, handling pressure, or creating offense within the flow of the game, Bassett showed she can contribute at a high level. With more experience now under her belt, she should continue to grow into an even bigger piece for the Westfield program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1263932"],"_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-69f80a7f94e61"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1263932' first='Heavynne' last='Beard'] proved this season that she belongs at the varsity level for a young Lawrence North team. As a freshman guard, she showed confidence, toughness, and the ability to compete against experienced players throughout the year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Beard brings energy and athleticism to the backcourt while playing with a fearless approach offensively. She attacks aggressively, handles pressure well, and continues to improve as a playmaker. Her quickness and ability to create opportunities off the dribble make her difficult to contain in transition and half-court situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Defensively, she competes with intensity and gives consistent effort on the perimeter. What makes Beard exciting moving forward is her potential. Gaining varsity experience this early in her career should help her continue developing into a major contributor for the Wildcats over the next several seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1263941"],"_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-69f80a7f94ec7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1263941' first='Ava' last='Emberton'] brings leadership and stability to the point guard position for Brownsburg. She did an excellent job this past season running the offense while understanding when to create opportunities for herself offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her ability to control tempo and make smart decisions allows Brownsburg to operate efficiently in the half court. Emberton consistently keeps teammates involved while also recognizing scoring opportunities when defenses give her space. She plays with patience, confidence, and composure beyond the stat sheet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emberton's balanced approach offensively makes her difficult to defend because she can both facilitate and score effectively. Combined with her competitiveness on defense, she continues to establish herself as an important guard within the Brownsburg program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1263945"],"_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-69f80a7f94f2a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1263945' first='Kristina' last='Hollowell'] gained important varsity experience this past season while playing on a senior-heavy Lawrence Central team. Competing alongside experienced players gave her the opportunity to continue developing her confidence and understanding of the varsity level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As a forward, Hollowell brings toughness, rebounding ability, and offensive versatility to the floor. She plays well inside, finishes around the basket, and works hard on the glass. Her physicality and willingness to battle in the paint give Lawrence Central an important frontcourt presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With several seniors graduating, Hollowell is expected to take on a larger offensive role this upcoming season. Her previous experience should help prepare her for increased responsibilities, and her continued development could make her one of the focal points for the Bears moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1690464"],"_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-69f80a7f94f94"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1690464' first='Keianah' last='Hart'] made major strides this past season and played a significant role in helping LaPorte put together one of its strongest seasons in recent years. Her growth throughout the year gave the team added production, energy, and consistency in the frontcourt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hart impacts the game with her activity level and physical presence around the basket. She rebounds aggressively, competes defensively, and brings toughness every time she steps on the floor. Offensively, she continues developing her ability to finish inside while creating second-chance opportunities through effort and positioning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">What makes Hart valuable is the energy and consistency she provides throughout games. Her improvement this season helped elevate the LaPorte program, and she appears poised to continue building on that momentum moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Every successful program needs players who are ready to embrace larger roles, and this group has already shown signs of becoming key contributors for their respective teams.  Gabby Bassett Gabby Bassett Gabby Bassett 5'9" | PG Westfield | 2029 IN ,  Heavynne Beard Heavynne Beard Heavynne Beard 5'8" | SG Lawrence North | 2029 IN ,  Ava Emberton Ava Emberton Ava Emberton 5'6" | PG Brownsburg | 2029 IN ,  Kristina Hollowell Kristina Hollowell Kristina Hollowell 5'10" | SF/PF Lawrence Central | 2029 IN , and  Keianah Hart Keianah Hart Keianah Hart 6'1" | C/PF La Porte | 2029 IN  each bring a unique skill set that adds value on both ends of the floor. Whether it is varsity experience gained early, leadership at the guard position, interior presence, or offensive versatility, these players continue to develop into important pieces for the future of their programs. As the upcoming season approaches, each athlete will have an opportunity to build on previous success and take another major step forward.

Gabby Bassett

Gabby Bassett

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HEIGHT 5'9"
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Indiana’s 2029 Rising Contributors Ready for Bigger Roles
Gabby Bassett earned valuable varsity experience this past season for a talented Westfield program, even making several starts...
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Heavynne Beard

Heavynne Beard

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HEIGHT 5'8"
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Heavynne
Beard SG
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2029
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Lawrence North
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Indiana’s 2029 Rising Contributors Ready for Bigger Roles
Heavynne Beard proved this season that she belongs at the varsity level for a young Lawrence North team....
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School: Lawrence North
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Ava Emberton

Ava Emberton

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PG
HEIGHT 5'6"
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Brownsburg
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Indiana’s 2029 Rising Contributors Ready for Bigger Roles
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School: Brownsburg
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Kristina Hollowell

Kristina Hollowell

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SF/PF
HEIGHT 5'10"
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Hollowell SF/PF
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2029
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Lawrence Central
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Indiana’s 2029 Rising Contributors Ready for Bigger Roles
Kristina Hollowell gained important varsity experience this past season while playing on a senior-heavy Lawrence Central team. Competing...
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Keianah Hart

Keianah Hart

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C/PF
HEIGHT 6'1"
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Keianah
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2029
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La Porte
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Indiana’s 2029 Rising Contributors Ready for Bigger Roles
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