Leah Mckelvey
Leah Mckelvey
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John Kennedy | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
McKelvey is an athlete I’ve had my eye on since the first time I watched her in club basketball a few years back. She’s built to make an impact in the frontcourt, where her size and strength allow her to battle on the boards and defend the paint. What stands out is the way she competes — physical, active, and willing to do the dirty work that helps her team win. She also contributes in volleyball and track, and that multi-sport background shows up in her conditioning and overall athleticism. I’ve been waiting for her to step into a bigger role, and she’s starting to put the pieces together.
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Smith Center’s 5’10” junior forward Leah McKelvey has steadily grown into a reliable presence in the paint, averaging nearly 8 points and 6 rebounds per game this season. She brings toughness on the glass, active defense, and the ability to finish inside. I remember watching her a few years ago and knew then that once she put it all together and used her size, she was going to be a force to be reckoned with. That prediction is coming true, as McKelvey’s confidence and consistency continue to rise, making her one of the frontcourt players to watch in the Mid-Continent League.
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