Hannah Palakkat Hannah Palakkat 5'9" | SG/CG Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate | 2029 FL played with poise and rarely appeared rushed. The guard handled the ball comfortably, showed a confident pull-up jumper and used her height to create mismatches and create deflections. Palakkat showed defensive versatility with her ability to cover guards on the perimeter and forwards in the paint. Palakkat also got out in transition and showed good mobility getting up and down the floor.

This was my first opportunity to see Hannah, and she quickly showed why she’s an important piece for Brooks DeBartolo. She has a knack for making winning plays and keeping possessions alive through hustle and effort. Offensively, she consistently got to two feet, played under control, and made good decisions instead of forcing the action. She also rebounded well for her position and displayed a well-rounded skill set that impacts multiple areas of the game. After carrying much of the offensive load as a freshman last season, she’ll now benefit from having more talent around her. That should allow her to play with greater freedom and showcase even more of her all-around game while continuing to be a steady presence for the Phoenix.

Hannah, a 5ft9 freshman shooting guard for Brooks Debartolo, is already making waves on the court. She’s averaging an impressive 20 points and 7 steals per game, showcasing her exceptional skills and poise with the ball. Hannah’s shooting percentage is a testament to her incredible decision-making, consistently hitting 45% from the field. Her ability to read the passing lanes is unmatched, resulting in an average of 7 steals and numerous easy transition baskets. With her talent and determination, this young guard is poised to lead Brooks to numerous wins throughout the season.