Elliana caught my attention on Saturday at the PGH MI College Tour III with her multidimensional impact, while making the most of her opportunities on the offensive end. She used a crafty step-through pivot to score a tough and-one layup in the paint, worked hard to snag rebounds, and ripped by a defender for a speedy drive-by layup off two feet. Elliana’s fast feet and lateral quickness kept ball-handlers from driving to the basket. She’s long, athletic, and a prospect to keep a close eye on this spring with MBA UAA 17U.

Elliana stepped into big shoes this season after the departure of superstar and all-time leading scorer Jordyn Bonnema. She guided the Comets to a 16-4 record and a SWAC Valley league title at 9-1. Some of her standout games include: 22 points vs. Hackett; 18 points,15 rebounds in a 45-31 win vs. South Haven; 24 points, eight rebounds in a 50-29 win vs. Hamilton; 23 points, 12 rebounds in a 63-34 win at Schoolcraft. She dropped in a buzzer-beater to lift Kalamazoo Christian to a 35-33 win over Schoolcraft. Elliana passed 1,000 career points during a 64-9 win against Comstock in the district opener, scoring 22 points in the first quarter with 26 in the game. She led the Comets to their fourth straight district title, posting a career-high 29 points in a 58-51 win over Lawton. Her 27 points were crucial to securing a 52-47 victory over Schoolcraft in the Regional Semifinals, and Elliana was at her best in the playoffs, averaging 23 points. Elliana contributed in every statistical category, averaging 17.8 points (30% 3PT), 6.4 rebounds, five deflections, three steals, 2.3 assists, and one block per game.

Elli accomplished 1,000 points and 500 rebounds during districts week. She scored a career high 29 points to lead her team to a district win against Lawton. Elli also scored 27 points during the first round of regionals to lead her team to a win against Schoolcraft.

Elli, a junior guard for Kalamazoo Christian, has been having an outstanding season and has taken her game to another level in the postseason. Averaging 23 points per game during the playoffs, she has been a constant scoring threat and will need another dominant performance tonight as her team faces a talented Niles Brandywine squad in the Regional Final. Elli is a versatile guard who can score in a variety of ways, whether attacking off the dribble or pulling up from distance, and she uses her length effectively to disrupt opponents on defense. She also contributes on the glass, helping her team gain extra possessions and maintain momentum throughout the game.

Elliana stepped into the lead role this year, and she’s been nothing short of spectacular for Kalamazoo Christian. She’s long, quick, and aggressive with an explosive burst driving to the rim. Elliana harasses opposing ball-handlers to create steals, sinks perimeter shots, and rebounds the basketball with a relentless hustle. She’s stacking up double-doubles this season and will be one of the most talented prospects to watch in District 77.

Elli has come out strong to open her junior season at Kalamazoo Christian, quickly proving she’s ready to handle an expanded role. Her production shows up across the board, as she impacts the game in scoring, rebounding, and playmaking while consistently finding ways to help her team win. With excellent size for a guard, she uses her length to create advantages on both ends — finishing over defenders offensively and disrupting passing lanes on defense. Elli’s early-season play suggests she’s taking another step forward and setting the tone for Kalamazoo Christian this winter.

Elliana looked good for MBA GUAA 2027 at the Mother’s Day Classic. She crashed the boards to secure offensive rebounds and scored many put backs. Elliana exploded downhill, finished a left-handed layup through contact, then made her free throw. She caught a pass, used an effective high-rip move to avoid a defender, then finished her contested layup off two feet. Elliana used her quickness and length to harass ball-handlers and create turnovers. Her next-level upside continues to show on the court.

Elliana earned SAC-Valley All-Conference First Team honors and was a major contributor for Kalamazoo Christian this season. She stepped up for the Comets with 16 points, eight rebounds, and four steals during a victory against Calvin Christian. Against state semifinalist DEPSA, Elliana flexed her muscles–leading the team with 22 points with seven boards. Elliana is long and athletic. She pursues the ball sideline to sideline, scores driving hard to the basket, and knocks perimeter jumpers. She’ll be an exciting guard to watch for MBA-UAA-2027 this spring.

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VanDusen attended the Akron Elite Camp and definitely turned heads. Word is she was very impressive in the open floor, showing good ease of movement and the ability to find and attack space. VanDusen showed her defensive hustle as well.

VanDusen is a long, athletic guard who is smooth off the bounce. She came away with some steals and took them coast to coast. She rebounds well from her guard position. She has college range already from behind the arc. Look for Elliana to have a big July with her MBA team.