2023 Rankings: Best Wings
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Positions are becoming more and more difficult to define in basketball as the game becomes more fluid and players become more versatile. It is even more difficult to determine positions for younger players, like those on this list, as they…
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Continue ReadingPositions are becoming more and more difficult to define in basketball as the game becomes more fluid and players become more versatile. It is even more difficult to determine positions for younger players, like those on this list, as they are still growing and developing their games. As such, many players classified as wings for the purposes of this list could very well end up as guards or forwards. Regardless, here are some of the top perimeter players from our new class of 2023 rankings.
Haven Ford Haven Ford 5'5" | CG Rowan County | 2023 State KY , Rowan County- The top overall player in our first 2023 rankings, Ford is already an elite player. She averaged almost 20 points per game last season and has already passed 1300 career points, showing scoring numbers that most upperclassmen never reach. She also pulled down 9 rebounds per game, an outstanding number considering her position and size. Her elite skills in a variety of areas should allow her to remain dangerous for the next 3 years.
Saniyah Selton, Bowling Green- Part of a great young core for Bowling Green, Selton has a chance to emerge as the standout for what may be one of the top teams in the state over the next few years. She steadily improved throughout the season, peaking in the regional tournament where her scoring ability from all levels stood out. If this upward trajectory continues for both her and her team, expect to hear Selton’s name a lot over the next few seasons.
Jakayla Thompson Jakayla Thompson 5'9" | CG DuPont Manual | 2023 State KY , DuPont Manual- Playing at one of the top programs in the state, Thompson has functioned as a role player to this point in her career. With plenty of talent around her, Thompson made the most of somewhat limited opportunities, shooting a strong 47% from the field. If she can continue that efficiency with more experience and scoring opportunities, Thompson can step to the forefront of an elite team.
Kay Friehofer, Cooper- Another player who is part of a talented young core, Friehofer excelled on one of the youngest teams in the state last season. She has done well as a shooter, showing a nice outside touch, and as part of an aggressive Jaguar defense. As part of an exciting, youthful team, Friehofer can continue to improve with her teammates and step into the spotlight over the next few years.
Courtney Hoskins Courtney Hoskins 5'7" | PG Leslie County | 2023 State KY , Perry County Central- While many players on this list have shown more potential than production, Hoskins emerged as the primary focus of her team’s offense by season’s end. She was never afraid to let the shots fly and ended up with plenty of production thanks to her aggressiveness and nice shooting touch. This experience should serve her well as she continues to find success as her team’s go-to option moving forward.