Top Post Players of 2024

There is some serious talent amidst post players in the class of 2024 and this piece is just the first of many to come. While the offseason is generally a time to solely improve and develop, in light of the pandemic, many players have been unable to showcase their talents and get recruitment traction. In light of this, the player analysis below serves to highlight the immense skill and talent of these players as well as to make an argument for their recruitment at the next level. &nbsp; <strong>2024 6’2 PF  [player_tooltip player_id="238812" first="Carolae" last="Barton"] – St. John’s College High School </strong> It’s always game-time when [player_tooltip player_id="238812" first="Carolae" last="Barton"] is on the court and that’s because she always brings her best game and high energy. Hitting a game-winning buzzer beater this year already, it’s safe to say that Carolae already has the clutch gene. She’s incredibly difficult to guard with her long reach and wingspan, and her rebounding prowess is clear every time you watch her. Her program, St. John’s, recently produced the top college prospect in the nation, [player_tooltip player_id="18351" first="Azzi" last="Fudd"], and it would be no surprise at all to see Carolae in a similar position in 2024. Everyone should know the name [player_tooltip player_id="238812" first="Carolae" last="Barton"]. &nbsp; <strong>2024 6’0 PF  [player_tooltip player_id="238813" first="Kennedy" last="Umeh"] – McDonogh – Maryland Belles </strong> If you’re looking for a young defensive superstar with off the charts potential then look no further than [player_tooltip player_id="238813" first="Kennedy" last="Umeh"]. Kennedy might be listed at 6’0 but there’s no way she isn’t closer to 6’3 in basketball shoes. She is absolutely capable of averaging a double-double during her high school career and her freshman year campaign was indicative of that fact. By 2024, there’s no doubt that [player_tooltip player_id="238813" first="Kennedy" last="Umeh"] could be the best post player in the entire state. Scouts and D1 programs everywhere should know the name [player_tooltip player_id="238813" first="Kennedy" last="Umeh"]. &nbsp; <strong>2024 5’9 PF  [player_tooltip player_id="238814" first="Talayah" last="Walker"] – Good Counsel – Maryland Belles </strong> You won’t find a scrappier defensive player than [player_tooltip player_id="238814" first="Talayah" last="Walker"]. As a freshman, she already understands her defensive role in the paint better than anybody. She’s always in the right place to bring down rebounds, and she boxes out opponents regardless of court position. Her program, Good Counsel, will also continue to develop into a formidable WCAC powerhouse, especially with freshman post star [player_tooltip player_id="238814" first="Talayah" last="Walker"] as the catalyst. Watch out for Talayah and the Falcons in the near future. &nbsp; <strong>2024 6’1 PF  [player_tooltip player_id="238838" first="Khaya" last="Carter"] – John Carroll – Maryland Belles </strong> [player_tooltip player_id="238838" first="Khaya" last="Carter"] is without a doubt the best scorer from the post on this list. Her footwork is already unbelievable, and her ability to finish ambidextrously around the basket is really going to make her a problem to guard throughout her high school tenure. Her primary offensive move is a back down into the paint with a spin move close range lay-up. It’s as un-guardable a move that exists at this level, and there’s no doubt that Khaya will continue to add post moves to her arsenal in preparation for the next level. Khaya is a solid defender and rebounder as well, which makes her one of the best overall players in her class. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;