A kid who has transcended the position. At an early age, she was handling the ball, running an offense, truly impacting the game like most tall girls never could. She wasn’t one who just ran to the blocks and dominated, but was one of the first ones to really add range and attacking ability to her game. She’s a tough competitor who has such offensive prowess that she can exploit you in many ways. A 3-level scoring threat who can dominate the paint, she can also use her speed to blow by you and hit you with a counter move to finish. This highly touted hooper has done nothing but compete and prove herself. From Team USA activities to big-time camps across the country, time and time again she’s delivered and excelled. She will be heading to Vanderbilt after this season, and they are truly getting a gem of a player. Until then, look for her to help her team capture another title, and then it’s off to West End, where she will be doing damage. A great prospect who has tons to offer.

The Vanderbilt commit is a unicorn in herself. One that was never pigeonholed in a position based on her size, she can do all things for a ball club. Towering over individuals, she has a smooth inside-and-out game that leads a dominant attack at Clarksville Christian. This kid has transformed herself into an elite prospect that can score on all three levels. Not only is she a scoring threat that can create and handle the ball, but she is a top-notch defender that knows how to utilize her body. Vanderbilt is getting a pillar that will be a difference-maker in their program. One that will help uplift the VU program and push them over the edge. Until then, you better believe her and her Clarksville Christian teammates will be looking to make another run at a championship.

A unique ball player who doesn’t let her height to define her abilities. The way she impacts the game is second to none. Not a traditional big, this kid can stretch the floor, exploit the mid-range, or use her body to own the low post. She has solid handles and can elevate over opponents. She’s a bucket getter, someone who is always a tough outing. A Power talent that is going to be impactful wherever she goes.

Lauren is actually one spot ahead of Marley in the state rankings in Tennessee, but they are both power five big-time prospects. Got to see her when she was in like sixth or seventh grade at a PGH event in Indiana. She was great then, she is unstoppable now. Our other writer, Angie has seen her a ton and loves her skillset. Athletic, can create her shot, score inside or out and loves to run the floor.

From a young age, she has been special. She wasn’t pigeon-holed into just going down low because you are tall. She developed other skills to become more versatile. This kid can score by taking someone off the dribble, face-up, and can just score it from all 3 levels. She just finds a way to put the ball in the net. Defensively, she can switch onto a guard, block shots, rebounding effectively. She’s not just a big, but a total package that is truly impactful. Has all around game that will translate to a power 4 school at the next level.

Every time I see Lauren and her parents, it’s hard not to think of the idiom, “Two Peas in a Pod”, or in their case, “Three”! Both mom and dad were outstanding players in college (Austin Peay). Dad played in the NBA. And Lauren has all the dominate skills, agility, IQ, fill in any blank! I don’t think there’s anything she can’t do! Lauren is IT. Her humble heart and how she leads makes her shine like a sun!

Lauren showed why she was given the Defensive Standout Award recipient with her dominance in the paint and overall two-way presence. She controlled the glass, blocked shots, and anchored her team defensively. Offensively, she handled the ball confidently and even crossed up defenders when brining it up the court. Hassell used a smooth spin move to create a baseline jumper that showed off her deep bag as a forward. Her combination of size, mobility, and poise made her one of the most impactful interior players at this camp.

Talk about an impactful difference maker, this kid is one of the most unique players around. A big who can do all things, and when I say all things, I am truly saying all things with emphasis. She can score the rock multiple ways, handle the ball in transition, be an elite defender at stopping her girl, blocking shots, and rebounding the basketball. This young lady has been playing at such a high level for years, and teams are clamouring for her commitment. She has narrowed it down to the following schools: UCONN, Vanderbilt, Maryland, Illinois, North Carolina, Providence, Baylor, Louisville, Clemson, Alabama, Duke, and Rutgers. Whoever gets this young lady will be making multiple title runs for years to come.

This highly-touted kid will commit to a P4 school soon, but I will say that every season, she adds something to her bag. I have always been impressed by how she can handle the rock as a big player and get up and down in the transition game. She can play along the perimeter or dominate the inside. She contributes on the boards, and her ability to block shots is crazy good. This season, she will be looking to fine-tune a lot of her skills as her club is on a quest to grab a championship. She is going to be a nice pick up for a program at the next level. Hard-working kid who gets after it.

Moves like a pro on the block, love her drives from the top of the key, rarely given an easy shot- always contested, often double teamed with contact. She leads by example, and one of the most respectful players- both on and off the court. (Featured Photo)