Zariah Ottley Zariah Ottley 5'7" | CG Northfield Mount Hermon | 2027 State New E (2027) | CG |

The future Boston University Terrier is a gamer that has great instincts, adjusts to various styles of play and poses a constant threat for being a natural mismatch.

Zariah recently committed to Boston University as part of the Class of 2031. She is a true floor general who always plays with poise and knows how to control the game. Zariah can score whenever her team needs it, but she is also a talented playmaker who understands when to attack and when to set up her teammates. She will look to continue improving during her upcoming senior season before making the jump to the collegiate level.

Zariah Ottley Zariah Ottley 5'7" | CG Northfield Mount Hermon | 2027 State New E (2027) | Guard |

Ottley is headed to Boston University. Zariah looks good in the red and white; many will be excited to see her in the threads.

Zariah has a strong frame combined with quickness, making her a tough matchup for defenders. Once she gets downhill, she is difficult to slow down and does a great job attacking the basket. She is also a reliable three-point shooter off the catch and brings a lot of energy by fighting for loose balls and never giving up on plays.

Zariah Ottley Zariah Ottley 5'7" | CG Northfield Mount Hermon | 2027 State New E (2027) | CG |

Ottley has all the tools plus the intangibles to make a major difference in any game. She’s a natural mismatch that raises her level of play when it matters most.

Physically dominant guard who absorbed contact at a high level. Tight handle and the ability to finish through defenders and swarming ball pressure. Valued defense; hustled to get back in transition and prevent easy baskets.

Zariah is an excellent passer who can thread the needle and deliver the ball exactly where her teammates need it. She’s a great shooter from beyond the arc, but her unselfishness stands out just as much, as she consistently makes the extra pass to create the best shot for her team. She can score at all three levels and is extremely strong with the ball in the paint, where she’s nearly impossible to defend thanks to a deep arsenal of moves. She’s poised for a big junior season and is sure to attract significant college attention.

Zariah is a versatile, physical guard who commands the floor. She has such a great handle and a strong pull-up off the drive or ball screen. Her basketball IQ is high and she uses sharp passing to find her teammates. One thing that stands out is that she uses her size and rebounds well for her position. She’s received offers from Delaware State, Sacred Heart, Towson and Iona. She’s a force in the backcourt.

Zariah Ottley Zariah Ottley 5'7" | CG Northfield Mount Hermon | 2027 State New E (2027) | 5’7 Wing | NMH

Zariah is a terrific versatile player with many abilities. The tough sophomore plays physical and her effort given on the floor is a staple for her team. The determination on rebounds allows the team to have extra possessions in critical moments. Ottley works well from many areas and finds ways to affect the game within the developed halfcourt sets. She sees the floor fantastically, regularly finding the shooters or open cutters. Her strong frame allows her to absorb contact as she drives plus it translates to the defensive side of the ball. Her ability to move her feet while up in engagement with ballhandlers prove to be stately through the course of the game. With the impressive play through the season, there’ll be a lot of factors to weigh in the upcoming ’27 rankings.

Zariah Ottley Zariah Ottley 5'7" | CG Northfield Mount Hermon | 2027 State New E (2027) | 5’7 Wing | NMH

Zariah is a mismatch nightmare for many opponents. The strength combined with the knack for creating for herself and others off the dribble. A sturdy wing that has great ball control plus an excellent attack game that can penetrate multiple layers of the defense. She is proficient in floaters and drop-off dimes to bigs hanging behind the defense. Ottley can also slide to the short corner herself to add versatility to the offense. She has a strong body that allows her to play bigger than she is. That frame also allows her to pick up multiple players on defense. Watch out for Zariah this season, she can be a key ingredient for NMH’s recipe for success.