Completely unknown to our scouts when we started the AAU season back in April, Udeani made a splash during the first tournament of the year. The 5’9 guard impressed with crafty, smooth style of play and her ability to affect the game in a variety of ways. This summer, Mariah showcased her ability to score at multiple levels with efficiency, crafty ball handling and facilitation, and strong rebounding and shot blocking prowess. On more than one occasion, the Eden Prairie freshman led her team in scoring, routinely finishing games in double figures. After what we saw this summer, we’ll be keeping an eye on Udeani’s growth in the years to come.

Putting herself on the maps with Hoop Habits this season, Udeani (pictured above) is a consistent threat on both ends of the floor. The 5’9 guard is crafty with the basketball in her hands, attacking the rim with both speed and confidence. Mariah has a real knack for reading and reacting to the defense, finishing at the rim on either side, whether using a floater, finger roll, or traditional layup. When the drive isn’t there, the Eden Prairie sophomore can just as easily hit shots from deep. A skilled rebounder and shot blocker too, Udeani joins the rankings at #83 in the class.