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Impressive Young Players

Impressive Young Players
Avery Aiono
Hector Marquez
Hector Marquez February 7, 2026 @ 01:41 PM
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Lauren Nye
Lauren Nye 6'1" | C | 2029
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Mindy McNeil
Mindy McNeil 6'4" | C | 2029
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Kalei Makakona
Kalei Makakona 5'6" | PG/CG | 2029
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Avery Aiono
Avery Aiono 5'7" | PG/CG | 2028
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few young players who are making a significant impact at the varsity level, showcasing impressive skills and dedication. Their contributions are not only noticeable but also set new standards for aspiring athletes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Katie Cannon</strong>, <strong>Westlake</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Katie brings a certain positional awareness that consistently disrupts opposing teams. Standing at a legitimate 5'10", she possesses excellent shooting ability. Her seamless integration into her team is also advantageous, as she adeptly exploits openings in the corner or on the wings, showcasing her proficiency as a catch-and-shoot player with a high shooting percentage. Her impressive performances to date strongly suggest she is poised for continued success. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='875185' first='Avery' last='Aiono'], Bingham</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='875185' first='Avery' last='Aiono'] possesses a dynamic playing style, characterized by her agility and ability to create space on the court, often in situations where opportunities seem limited. Her improved shooting and growing defensive impact suggest a promising trajectory. With continued development, she is poised to become a premier player, excelling in both ball-handling and shooting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1729839' first='Lauren' last='Nye'], Salem Hills</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Salem Hills freshman is making strides on the court, demonstrating promising development. At approximately 6'1, she showcases natural talent. Nye possesses a keen basketball IQ and a strong feel for the game, excelling in both offensive and defensive aspects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1321376' first='Mindy' last='McNeil'], Syracuse</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McNiell is poised to make a significant impact. Standing at approximately 6'5", she is developing her skillset and already contributing quality numbers as a freshman. She is expected to be a key player in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='952624' first='Kalei' last='Makakona'], West Jordan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Makakona came into high school as a highly anticipated freshman, and she has already demonstrated that she can play at a high level. She has been impressive since her first game, and fans can expect more impressive performances from her throughout her high school career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Here are a few young players who are making a significant impact at the varsity level, showcasing impressive skills and dedication. Their contributions are not only noticeable but also set new standards for aspiring athletes.

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