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<p>I recently attended the 518 Superior Showcase at Union College in Schenectady, NY. There were several players there who are already on the radar of many coaches. However, multiple players in attendance were not well-known coming into the weekend, but turned heads at the event. Here are some players whose stock rose during the 518 Superior Showcase. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1006200' first='Brooke' last='Matessino'] played on a very talented John Jay team this season and was one of the absolute top players at this showcase. Matessino is a lethal outside shooter. She exhibited unlimited range from beyond the arc, often knocking down shots from far behind the line. Matessino can nail the midrange shot off the dribble. Matessino handles the ball well and attacks the basket aggressively. She is an outstanding finisher off the drive. Matessino moves well without the ball with timely basket cuts. She is also a talented rebounder and defender. Matessino sees the floor well and is an excellent passer. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1857007' first='Madisyn' last='Brown'] is a speedy point guard from Brooklyn L&T High School. Brown is super quick and is an elite ballhandler. Her dribble penetration allows her to break down a defense and get to the hoop. Brown is an excellent passer with superb court vision. Perhaps Brown's most impressive skills are on the defensive side of the ball. She is tenacious on the ball as a defender who wreaks havoc on opponents. Brown runs the floor well and is a strong finisher in transition. She is a very good shooter from multiple spots on the floor and can score at all three levels. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Mae Yenkavitch is a complete player. Simply put, she does everything well. Yenkavitch is a very good shooter from behind the 3-point arc. She can put the ball on the floor and beat defenders with either hand. She is a solid finisher in transition. Yenkavitch is a strong defender with long arms. She plays even bigger than she is. Yenkavitch rebounds well and scores off putbacks in the paint. She is an intelligent player with superior court instincts. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Ynes Bourdon is listed as a center and power forward, but the junior from Monument Mountain High School in Massachusetts is much more than that. Bourdon is an accomplished scorer in the paint, but she is productive at all three levels. Defenders cannot give Bourdon any space, or she will step out and knock down a 3-pointer. She has a smooth shooting touch from everywhere on the floor. Bourdon has excellent post moves in the low post. She is a fluid mover without the ball, creating easy scoring chances for her. Bourdon runs the floor well and finishes in transition. She is a dominant rebounder. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Maggie Speshock could be listed as a power forward, but she is much more than that. Speshock is a versatile player who can play a variety of positions. She also has the athleticism to defend multiple positions. Speshock has a smooth shooting touch, especially around the painted area. She is a strong finisher inside and is an excellent rebounder. Speshock also handles the ball well and can put the ball on the floor and beat defenders off the dribble. As a sophomore and being a very hard worker, Speshock will only get better.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Kiley Beam is the type of player who catches your attention as soon as she steps on the court. Beam plays with incredible effort. Her motor is always running in high gear. Beam is a relentless defender and rebounder. Her tireless work on the boards gives her putback opportunities and her team extra possessions. Beam runs the floor well and is a strong finisher in transition. Beam is a high-IQ player who understands the game at a young age. As just a freshman, the sky is the limit for Beam. </p>
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I recently attended the 518 Superior Showcase at Union College in Schenectady, NY. There were several players there who are already on the radar of many coaches. However, multiple players in attendance were not well-known coming into the weekend, but turned heads at the event. Here are some players whose stock rose during the 518 Superior Showcase.
Brooke MatessinoBrookeMatessino
5'9" | SG/PG
John Jay East Fishkill | 2027 StateNY
played on a very talented John Jay team this season and was one of the absolute top players at this showcase. Matessino is a lethal outside shooter. She exhibited unlimited range from beyond the arc, often knocking down shots from far behind the line. Matessino can nail the midrange shot off the dribble. Matessino handles the ball well and attacks the basket aggressively. She is an outstanding finisher off the drive. Matessino moves well without the ball with timely basket cuts. She is also a talented rebounder and defender. Matessino sees the floor well and is an excellent passer.
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Madisyn BrownMadisynBrown
5'4" | PG/SG
Brooklyn Law & Tech | 2027 NY
is a speedy point guard from Brooklyn L&T High School. Brown is super quick and is an elite ballhandler. Her dribble penetration allows her to break down a defense and get to the hoop. Brown is an excellent passer with superb court vision. Perhaps Brown's most impressive skills are on the defensive side of the ball. She is tenacious on the ball as a defender who wreaks havoc on opponents. Brown runs the floor well and is a strong finisher in transition. She is a very good shooter from multiple spots on the floor and can score at all three levels.
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Mae Yenkavitch is a complete player. Simply put, she does everything well. Yenkavitch is a very good shooter from behind the 3-point arc. She can put the ball on the floor and beat defenders with either hand. She is a…
Ynes Bourdon is listed as a center and power forward, but the junior from Monument Mountain High School in Massachusetts is much more than that. Bourdon is an accomplished scorer in the paint, but she is productive at all three…
Maggie Speshock could be listed as a power forward, but she is much more than that. Speshock is a versatile player who can play a variety of positions. She also has the athleticism to defend multiple positions. Speshock has a…
Kiley Beam is the type of player who catches your attention as soon as she steps on the court. Beam plays with incredible effort. Her motor is always running in high gear. Beam is a relentless defender and rebounder. Her…
Brooke
Matessino
5'9" | SG/PG
John Jay East Fishkill | 2027
State
NY
played on a very talented John Jay team this season and was one of the absolute top players at this showcase. Matessino is a lethal outside shooter. She exhibited unlimited range from beyond the arc, often knocking down shots from far behind the line. Matessino can nail the midrange shot off the dribble. Matessino handles the ball well and attacks the basket aggressively. She is an outstanding finisher off the drive. Matessino moves well without the ball with timely basket cuts. She is also a talented rebounder and defender. Matessino sees the floor well and is an excellent passer. 
Madisyn
Brown
5'4" | PG/SG
Brooklyn Law & Tech | 2027
NY
is a speedy point guard from Brooklyn L&T High School. Brown is super quick and is an elite ballhandler. Her dribble penetration allows her to break down a defense and get to the hoop. Brown is an excellent passer with superb court vision. Perhaps Brown's most impressive skills are on the defensive side of the ball. She is tenacious on the ball as a defender who wreaks havoc on opponents. Brown runs the floor well and is a strong finisher in transition. She is a very good shooter from multiple spots on the floor and can score at all three levels. 
