Maia had a productive summer and is continuing to improve her game this fall with her Shooting Touch squad. She will look to make an impact for Brimmer and May in NEPSAC Class AA this winter. Maia handles the ball well and plays with confidence from three-point range, giving her a strong foundation to continue building on.

Maia Hamblett Maia Hamblett 5'3" | CG/SG Brimmer & May School | 2031 New E (2031) | CG |

Yes, she was just mentioned, but that only shows how valuable Maia really is. Not only of the smallest players on the floor, but also one of the youngest, Hamblett packs a major punch on the floor. Her fluid jumper came alive without hesitation. Hamblett was getting into a groove quickly, understanding how to efficiently get quality shots off. In addition to that, her court awareness is way beyond her years. At times, she wasn’t always aggressive, but that’s to be expected of someone so young playing up against some top upperclassmen. When considering everything, there’s just not too many players in her class able to replicate her advanced skillset at the moment.

Maia Hamblett Maia Hamblett 5'3" | CG/SG Brimmer & May School | 2031 New E (2031) | CG |

A smooth young guard who was in full control of her tempo. Hamblett doesn’t get sped up off her game. Maia showed she was a decisive decisionmaker in transition and used discretion to defer to the hot hand. The fluid jumpshot is always a factor too; the threat of her from beyond, greatly affects the court spacing. Maia stock is soaring in ’31.

Maia Hamblett Maia Hamblett 5'3" | CG/SG Brimmer & May School | 2031 New E (2031) | CG/SG |

Maia’s Summer Draft League footage was a great indicator of how she’s able to hold her own amongst competitive talent and standout. Hamblett was moving fluidly, embraced the pressure defense, helped facilitate efficient baskets for teammates plus flowingly knocked down her shots. It’s become quite obvious over the course of the summer that Maia is a leader in ’31.

Maia Hamblett Maia Hamblett 5'3" | CG/SG Brimmer & May School | 2031 New E (2031) | CG |

Through recent film watched, it shows Maia is much more capable of handling lead guard duties and distributing. Her ability to read the defense accurately couples well with her fine shooting capabilities. Hamblett has been such an intriguing prospect to keep up with since discovering her. There’s a lot to like about her game.

Maia Hamblett Maia Hamblett 5'3" | CG/SG Brimmer & May School | 2031 New E (2031) | SG | B&M

Quite possibly the youngest player to hit the court in the entire showcase, Maia was a serious factor for Brimmer. At just 12 years old, Hamblett was out there shooting the ball like a seasoned vet. Her assertiveness, consistent mechanics and unwavering nature make it hard to belove she’s just a 7th grader.

Maia Hamblett Maia Hamblett 5'3" | CG/SG Brimmer & May School | 2031 New E (2031) | CG |

Hamblett is a recent discovery, but a name that has a chance to crack the top 10 player by the next update. Her polished shot mechanics are quite impressive. The consistency in her form, particularly her release and the accuracy that follows is something thing that can only be built through dedicated time in the gym. Maia is also able to get create her own opportunities as well as catch in movement. Teammates regularly find her in rhythm on the wings. Defenders have to respect the shot, so Hamblett’s change of speed dribbles, head-fakes plus her hesitation moves keep players guessing, allowing her to carve out the necessary space to get lane penetration. Maia’s defensive ability shouldn’t be glossed over either though. Her low center of gravity, along with her willingness to embrace physicality on contact fluster her opponents. Look out to see where she lands in the summer rankings.

Maia is a confident shooter who consistently knocks down three-pointers, even with defenders contesting her shot. She has a smooth release and holds her follow-through well. Around the basket, Maia is a crafty finisher who understands angles and body positioning, allowing her to finish effectively while keeping the ball away from shot blockers.