Prospects That Demanded Attention At The Expo

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the Expo officially in the books, there a good number of names that could be discussed at lengths, but these prospects stood out and demanded attention. Which prospects were so impressive in their showcase performance that they needed more of a spotlight? Read more below on the 7 names to be listed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Here's some</strong> <strong>help from the home team </strong>🏀 <strong>-</strong> <strong>Use code&nbsp;<em>MBG30</em>&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":["1871441"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc611f637fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kallie Martin (2028) | SG/PG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Martin did a great job of accelerating and decelerating at a moment's notice. She was creating ideal angles to the basket, using her shoulder as a shield between the defender and the basket. Kallie was picking her spots well, never allowing those guarding her to affect her space. The shot has yet to be mentioned yet either. She took what was available when defenders didn't get a hand up. The '28 guard was such a pleasant watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1005116"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc611f63894"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1005116' first='Aaliyah' last='Maddox'] (2028) | SG/CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maddox really demonstrated an energetic style of play from the jump. The 2-way athletic wing didn't hold back on the intensity. Aaliyah wasn't afraid to be aggressive taking shots and, on the drive, she made the defense collapse, which then opened up things for teammates. On the other side of the ball, Maddox's length was a pestering constant. Not only that though, but she was also vigorously crashing the boards. Aaliyah was a notable prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1865137"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc611f63907"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1865137' first='Sofia' last='Lyons'] (2031) | SF/SG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lyons was a versatile option on the day that that not only stood out for being adaptable, but she showed true stability. Sofia understands the importance of body control and it was demonstrated multiple times on takes that would've been wild attempts for others. The good footwork on top of that just adds to the secureness of her takes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1767504"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc611f63973"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1767504' first='Maia' last='Hamblett'] (2031) | CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yes, she was just mentioned, but that only shows how valuable Maia really is. Not only of the smallest players on the floor, but also one of the youngest, Hamblett packs a major punch on the floor. Her fluid jumper came alive without hesitation. Hamblett was getting into a groove quickly, understanding how to efficiently get quality shots off. In addition to that, her court awareness is way beyond her years. At times, she wasn't always aggressive, but that's to be expected of someone so young playing up against some top upperclassmen. When considering everything, there's just not too many players in her class able to replicate her advanced skillset at the moment. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["975866"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc611f639d4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='975866' first='Kiera' last='Paradis'] (2028) | PG/SG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Paradis came in already labeled a star player and she definitely solidified that sentiment at the showcase. What was so impressive about her was that she looked to be one of the most conditioned players on the floor. She moved and stayed at a pace that others just couldn't consistently keep up with. Kiera was initiating the halfcourt offense, advancing the ball quickly in transition, being vocal on both sides of the ball, stepping up on screens and even up applying full court defensive pressure after made baskets. No matter what she was doing on the floor, she did it with a purpose. Paradis has such incredible value on the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1165108"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc611f63a38"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1165108' first='Haleigh' last='Adamowich'] (2028) | CG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Adamowich served as the ideal connecting piece on her squad. She made the right plays, filled her lanes properly in transition and cut when ballhandlers got stuck. Haleigh also showed she could finish at the rim with heavy pressure. She was able to contort her body a few times to sneak by the help at the rim on dives. Haleigh was reliable on the other end on the floor too. She was in the proper defensive position to cut off lanes to the basket plus her arms stayed active. This is a prospect that's full of positive qualities. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1005121"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc611f63aa7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1005121' first='Noelle' last='Gallagher'] (2028) | PG | </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This was a '28 to take notice of after watching her in the initial minutes of playing. Gallagher was making the right plays without forcing anything. She has excellent vision, seeing plays unravel before they even happen. This ability allows her to set teammates up in optimal positions to score with ease. Noelle showed she knows how to share the floor with other guard talents too. Even though labeled a point guard, she didn't stay boxed into any particular stye to stay effective. Noelle's passing skills along with her inclined instincts made her noteworthy. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->