Blum consistently impressed this spring because of the strength and skill she brings to the guard position. She plays with confidence and composure offensively, especially with the basketball in her hands. Blum showed the ability to handle pressure, create offense off the dribble, and knock down perimeter shots at a high level. Her ability to score while still playing under control makes her one of the more polished young guards in this group.

Another thing that stands out about Blum is her toughness. She competes hard, embraces physical play, and does not shy away from attacking defenders. She also showed flashes as a playmaker and demonstrated good vision when creating opportunities for teammates. Defensively, she competes with effort and uses her strength well against opposing guards. As she continues refining her all-around game and gaining more experience, Blum has the potential to become one of the more complete guards in Indiana’s 2029 class.

Addison Blum Addison Blum 5'8" | SF Hamilton Heights | 2029 IN continues to establish herself as one of the more intriguing guards in Indiana, and her offer from Northern Kentucky shows the attention she is beginning to receive at the next level. Blum is a skilled offensive player who can score from multiple spots on the floor. She stretches defenses with her perimeter shooting while also showing the ability to create off the dribble. What makes Blum especially dangerous is her poise and understanding of pace within the offense. She plays with confidence and consistently makes smart decisions with the basketball. Her offensive versatility and growing overall game make her a major addition for Hamilton Heights moving forward.

This was my first time watching Addison play since her 8th grade year, and she quickly adjusted to the speed and physicality of the game. Despite being the only freshman on a very talented 16U S40 Elite team, she didn’t look out of place at all. She showed confidence in her abilities and played with a level of composure that allowed her to contribute right away.

What stood out most was how comfortable she became as the weekend went on. She made solid decisions, didn’t try to do too much, and let the game come to her. Competing against older, more experienced players can be a challenge, but she embraced it and held her own on both ends of the floor.

Her ability to adapt so quickly speaks to her potential and basketball IQ. Being in that environment this early will only help her development moving forward. Addison is definitely a player to keep an eye on as she continues to grow and gain more experience at this level.

Addison is part of an extremely strong and deep class for the Huskies at Hamilton Heights. She has solid size & strength for her age, she’s a really nice North/South athlete, and she plays with an outstanding motor and always seems to be enjoying her time on the court. She can battle inside the arc, and she’s a highly effective shooter/driver from the mid-post. At the same time, she has worked on her handle, and she is a 37% 3-point shooter this season, so she poses a threat from just about anywhere. She’s also a willing & capable defender.