Steady Stock Risers in the '27 Class

Georgia is loaded with a very talented junior class from top to bottom, with big name stars and quality depth of very good players. It can be easy to get lost in the mix, but these players have been quietly and consistently getting the job done for their teams all season long. I expect their play and recognition to continue to pick up.    McKinzy did a lot of things well for Monroe against a very solid Bob Jones team at She Got Game. McKinsey is Robin to KJ Acree's Batman for the Lady Tornadoes and has learned how to shine in that role herself. Taylor is a very skilled guard with good size and athleticism. She is a physical player who competes on the defensive end of the floor and is not afraid of contact attacking the basket. Do not be surprised to see Taylor put up big numbers in the state tournament with all eyes focused on Monroe's star, Acree. McKinzy understands the game and her role well. She should be a player that college coaches covet around the state.     Loy is a player who flat-out knows how to get buckets and she continues to put up big scoring numbers for Ringgold. Jersey-Rae is an elite shooter with very deep range and that skill opens up the game for her to score in other ways. Loy works hard off the ball and is in constant motion to free herself from defenders. When she receives the ball she doesn't waste time making a decision. If the space is there she will make defenses pay from three, but has worked to be a threat pulling up from the midrange and does a good job accelerating with the ball on the break and getting easy baskets. Loy is a very good on the ball defender with quick feet and active hands.     Reid is having a very impressive offensive campaign for Beach averaging 23.9 points per game while shooting an impressive 46% from the floor. Reid is efficient and intelligent with the basketball in her hands. She has an excellent midrange game, where she shoots the ball exceptionally well from the baseline and elbows. Reid has a very good handle and footwork, which is on full display when she gets out on the break as is her ability to finish smoothly with her left hand at the rim. Reid plays the game with composure and maturity. She rarely gets sped up and plays under control.     It's all about activity for Dace, who uses her size and length extremely well for Morrow in a lot of ways. She does a good job defensively getting in the passing lane, extending her wingspan, and getting tips and interceptions, scoring in transition when the opportunity presents itself. Dace is very good at tipping the ball to herself on rebounds, especially on offense creating second chance opportunities for herself and team. Music also finishes well around the basket. She elevates over defenders and also has good footwork enabling her to get around the defense and score in the paint. Dace does a good job keeping the ball up high preventing smaller defenders from tying her up or getting steals.     Regan is a solid player for Union County in all areas where she is counted on to lead a young, but very talented team. Trlica has had some big games scoring the ball, which she is more than capable of. She has a nice offensive package with the ability to score efficiently from all three levels. Regan is a high iq player who does a good job getting the ball where it needs to go on offense without forcing shots or turning the ball over. She plays with composure and sees the floor well under pressure. Regan plays hard on defense and does a good job communicating with her teammates. I expect her stock to continue to rise as the postseason begins.

Georgia is loaded with a very talented junior class from top to bottom, with big name stars and quality depth of very good players. It can be easy to get lost in the mix, but these players have been quietly and consistently getting the job done for their teams all season long. I expect their play and recognition to continue to pick up.