Hidden Gems in the Class of 2025

Check out this group of talented players who have flown under the radar a bit but have immense talent and untapped potential! This is a group of athletes colleges and basketball fans alike should be keeping an eye on!    Krista cracks the list first due to her unique skillset in the Class of 2025. A class dominated by guards and athletic forwards, this class lacks a lot of players who can dominate the game in the paint. Look no further than # 12 on the list and # 1 for post-type players in this group. She's a powerhouse who is an impossible ask to defend for many of her opponents. Her frame, basketball IQ, and patient footwork allow her to get high percentage shots around the rim game in and game out. An intense rebounder on both ends she changes the possession margin positively for her team. Defensively her presence in the paint alone allows her teammates to have the confidence to put pressure on the opponent's perimeter with the trust they have in her ability to alter shots on the drive.     Madala cracks this list due to her lengthy knee injury slowing the "chatter" on her game. Don't sleep on this young lady as I expect her to have a big-time return for the Cardinals this winter. She is as competitive as they come and understands the game at a high level. She is electric on offense showing off impressive shooting range, blazing quickness, and a rare ability to create her own shot. Defensively she puts relentless pressure on the ball, has a knack for timing up steals off the dribble or passing lanes, and uses her speed to convert turnovers to quick points at the other end. Keep your eye on Madala as she is welcomed back to the floor for a much anticipated return!     At 5'3" Kaitlyn doesn't have the prototypical height of a college guard but she has ALL the makings of an elite point guard. She possesses game-changing speed that makes her an absolute terror to defend and causes defenses to have to help constantly. Your "doomed if you do and doomed if you don't" when you defend this talented guard as she will make you pay whether you help off of her teammates or not. Her vision, ball handling, and basketball IQ make her a true playmaker who betters everyone around her. Kaitlyn will continue to turn heads and deserves a look as a next level point guard.     Another Huskie from EPJ, Bentlee has all the makings of a modern day basketball player. Length, athleticism, ability to score from multiple levels, and the intangibles headline an all-around complete game for this young lady. She does a great job finding seams in the defense to get to the basket or hit open jump shots. Her length and basketball IQ puts her in good positions to score it and makes her a tough ask to defend. Defensively she changes the game with the ability to block shots, snag steals, and guard a variety of positions.      Kylie is a name that flies under the radar in this class but don't let that underestimate her talent. She is a quiet leader for the Beaverettes of Hanson but keep an eye on her as a breakout player for them this winter. She has played big minutes already and brings in expereince to go with a lot of talent. Given the opportunity this season I expect her to make a huge statistical leap and likely be Hanson's focal point on both ends of the floor. She's an excellent finisher in the paint, makes you pay when you put her at the FT line, and I expect a big jump in her three-point makes as she gets the chance to take more in their offense. An excellent rebounder and a tough-nosed defender stock is up on Kylie!     Ella is a winner! She plays under legendary coach Tom Young for one of the most successful Class B girls basketball teams in the last decade, the Ethan Rustlers. As all Tom Young coached players tend to do she has a great understanding of the game, knows what it takes to win at a high level, and is a top notch teammate. Offensively she takes advantage of open shots and moves well within a motion offense to get to her spots to score. She makes the unselfish play time and time again and puts her team in position to be efficient on the offensive end. Defensively she shows great awareness, desire, and has the ability to defend talented players. Look for Ella to be a force this winter and keep the Rustlers in contention.

Check out this group of talented players who have flown under the radar a bit but have immense talent and untapped potential! This is a group of athletes colleges and basketball fans alike should be keeping an eye on!