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Names That’ve Been Steadily Gaining Traction Lately

Names That’ve Been Steadily Gaining Traction Lately
Mikol Blake-Green
Mikol Blake-Green June 12, 2026 @ 03:47 AM
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Kristen Weber
Kristen Weber PF | 2029
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Ava Buffington
Ava Buffington 5'10" | PF | 2029
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Paola Kanoute
Paola Kanoute SF/SG | 2027
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Mia Lord
Mia Lord 5'10" | SG | 2030
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Reese Jeamel
Reese Jeamel CG | 2029
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are 5 prospects that've been steadily gaining traction lately. These're the fresh names to know before summer officially gets underway. Check out who was mentioned below. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1356666"],"_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-6a2bb895578f0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mia Lord (2030) | SG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mia is developing very quickly as an effective multilevel scorer. Lord's range, balance under her shot on the move, adjustments in the lane and overall prompt decision-making are all striking features. This is a player to continue to keep an eye on. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1868666"],"_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-6a2bc5857dc2e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1868666' first='Kristen' last='Weber'] (2029) | PF | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A player that brings winning tendencies and produces efficiently. Kristen's size and understanding of the game help propel her on both sides of the ball. Weber is an important part of the equation for her Ducks' squad. This is a team that's proven they can compete with the most prominent programs in the area any day. Weber is not one to overlook in the class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1246630"],"_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-6a2bc5857dc84"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1246630' first='Reese' last='Jeamel'] (2029) | CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reese has certainly proved through recent club play why she's considered one of the premier players in her class. IBelieve is putting her in the prime position to succeed, surrounded by teammates whose skillsets are collaborative. There's a slew of schools that've offered her recently and her buzz isn't looking like its cooling off anytime soon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1713912"],"_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-6a2bc5857dccd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1713912' first='Paola' last='Kanoute'] (2027) | Wing | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kanoute has been a shining star with IBelieve in a few of the matchups watched. Her length, active hands, high-motor, soft touch at the rim and willingness to take open shots pose a serious threat to opponents. Kanoute has a presence on the floor, no matter who she's out there against. This is a player that's getting serious college attention right now. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1858574"],"_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","fullHeight":true,"anchor":"acf-block-6a2bc5857dd20"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1858574' first='Ava' last='Buffington'] (2029) | PF | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ava is a player that's shown noteworthy growth over the year. Her attention to detail within the team's schematics, willingness to do her job thoroughly, hustle and length are all qualities that could make her devasting to opponents one day. Buffington is starting to become much more reliable on both ends, plus she's making balanced progress across the boards. Hanover has a quality prospect on their hands that'll be useful to them next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Below are 5 prospects that've been steadily gaining traction lately. These're the fresh names to know before summer officially gets underway. Check out who was mentioned below.

Mia Lord

Mia Lord

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SG
CLASS 2030
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Mia
Lord SG
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2030
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Austin Prep
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Names That’ve Been Steadily Gaining Traction Lately
Mia Lord (2030) | SG | Mia is developing very quickly as an effective multilevel scorer. Lord’s range,...
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Mia Lord

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State: Massachusetts
School: Austin Prep
Club: Mass Rivals
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Kristen Weber

Kristen Weber

POS PF
CLASS 2029
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Kristen
Weber PF
Class
2029
HS
Archbishop Williams
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Names That’ve Been Steadily Gaining Traction Lately
Kristen Weber (2029) | PF | A player that brings winning tendencies and produces efficiently. Kristen’s size and...
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Kristen Weber

State: New England
School: Archbishop Williams
Club: MT Elite Ducks
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Reese Jeamel

Reese Jeamel

POS CG
CLASS 2029
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Reese
Jeamel CG
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2029
HS
Coventry
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Names That’ve Been Steadily Gaining Traction Lately
Reese Jeamel (2029) | CG | Reese has certainly proved through recent club play why she’s considered one...
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Reese Jeamel

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State: New England
School: Coventry
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Paola Kanoute

Paola Kanoute

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SF/SG
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2027
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Paola
Kanoute SF/SG
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Putnam Science
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Names That’ve Been Steadily Gaining Traction Lately
Paola Kanoute (2027) | Wing | Kanoute has been a shining star with IBelieve in a few of...
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Paola Kanoute

State: New England
School: Putnam Science
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Ava Buffington

Ava Buffington

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PF
CLASS 2029
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Hanover
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Ava Buffington

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State: New England
School: Hanover
Club: MT Elite Ducks
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