Bella Craig Bella Craig 5'7" | PG/SG Corinth | 2028 State NY is right behind Chatt at No. 77 in the rankings, which is a compliment in itself, as she really started to attract attention during this year’s sectionals. I have seen Craig play probably more than any other player, and every time I see she has new tricks up her sleeve. At the Empire Takeover Summer Kickoff, Craig unveiled a side-step, change of speed, explode to the basket move I had not seen her use before, to go along with her already quick first step. She is a relentless defender who creates turnovers and cashes them in for transition points. Craig is a polished shooter from all around the perimeter. She has a smooth touch on shots from 3-point range or around the lane. Craig is a challenge to stop when going to the basket in transition situations.

Bella Craig Bella Craig 5'7" | PG/SG Corinth | 2028 State NY has been a player to keep an eye on for the past couple of seasons, but she really exploded onto the scene during the sectional playoffs with a breakout game against Coxsackie-Athens. Craig is becoming a complete player who makes winning plays at both ends of the floor. Craig has a swift first step and is fearless when driving to the basket. She runs the floor well, scoring in transition. Craig is a very good shooter from all around the perimeter, inside the arc, and out. Craig is a lockdown defender who makes life difficult for opponents. After a spring of competing with the Foothills Flash AAU team, I expect Craig to assume the role vacated by Whitney Cameron as Corinth’s top gun.

Bella Craig Bella Craig 5'7" | PG/SG Corinth | 2028 State NY is a rising sophomore for the Foothills Flash and Corinth High School, and continues to get better every game she plays. Craig is the total package, excelling on both ends of the floor. Craig is a relentless defender who puts constant pressure on opposing players. She is a very good shooter both in the midrange and from beyond the arc. Craig has a lightning-quick first step, which allows her to attack the basket with authority. She is a consistent finisher and knows how to create contact and get herself to the foul line. Craig runs the floor well and scores in transition with ease.

Bella Craig Bella Craig 5'7" | PG/SG Corinth | 2028 State NY has been a solid player during her career for Corinth, but she exploded onto the scene in the Class B Final Four. In the semifinals, Craig poured in 25 points for the Riverhawks, 19 in the first half. Craig helped her team get off to a fast start, scoring on leak-outs in transition, getting to the basket off the dribble, and knocking down 3-point shots. She also used her length to play outstanding defense on Coxsackie-Athens star Baileigh Briski Baileigh Briski 5'9" | SF Coxsackie Athens Hig | 2026 State NY . Craig came back in the title game and scored 14 points in Corinth’s loss to Mechanicville. Craig was honored as a member of the Class B All-Tournament team.

Bella Craig Bella Craig 5'7" | PG/SG Corinth | 2028 State NY is a player who, whether she scores a lot of points on a given night or not, impacts winning in a lot of ways. In the Adirondack League championship game, Craig made her presence known with a top of the key three on her first shot attempt. Besides knocking down the 3-pointer, Craig showed her ability to beat defenders off the dribble to get to the basket, either creating shots for herself or finding open teammates. Craig is also a strong defender, but perhaps her greatest asset is her court sense. She is a crafty player with a clear understanding of the game. Only a sophomore, Craig should be one of the area’s top players next season and is a player to keep an eye on.

Craig is a high-motor pass guard. Craig loves to pressure on defense and try to create turnovers to convert for easy baskets. Craig knows where to be on the court and has the handle to get anywhere on the court. She has good vision and is not turnover-prone. Craig is shitfy enough to get to the basket with enough touch to convert. Good rebounder on the glass and not afraid to be physical.