And the rich get richer…Homestead just graduated a talented 2026 group, and now they look forward to a strong 2028 group to take the reins for next season. At the same time, this is a good opportunity for Emelia to make her mark and get in the mix. She is a long, wiry-strong, athletic wing who plays with versatility and a ton of energy. She never stops moving to the point college coaches have already noticed her activity on the floor. She can shoot it a little, but she’s so aggressive to the basket, plus she’s a quality rebounder and defender.

Emelia is another player who will wait her turn for a loaded high school program, but that could be as early as next season with all the 2026 graduates the Spartans have. One thing about Emelia is certain…you aren’t going to find many kids in the state who play with as much urgency and figure out ways to contribute, whether that’s scoring or diving for a loose ball. She is extremely long, athletic, and versatile skillfully. I really liked what I saw out of her earlier this Spring, and as long as she continues to tighten her all-around skillset, she’ll be a nice prospect moving forward.

Emelia stood out immediately at the showcase, because she played with the best motor and the most energy. She was seemingly everywhere, flying around the floor and making a number of hustle plays. She is extremely long, possibly still growing a little, but she plays with a great deal of versatility. She can affect the game in the paint using her length and athleticism, but she also has the skill to play around the perimeter consistently. With all of the 2026 graduates at Homestead, she could earn a lot of time as a Sophomore.