Bowling is a reliable player inside, using strong positioning to keep defenders on her back and create opportunities to receive the ball and score. She pairs great footwork with a high IQ, reading and reacting to the defense, using pivots and post moves to create space and finish over defenders. She contributes on both ends of the floor, battling on the boards and moving her feet defensively to challenge and prevent shot attempts in the paint.

Natalee had a dominant spring and summer with her VA Impact squad, giving Division I and Division II coaches plenty to think about. She has a strong bag of moves around the basket, including drop steps, baby hooks and short turnaround jumpers. Natalee is also a great paint protector and vicious shot blocker, including a few rejections that she sent well into the bleachers.

Bowling has a strong presence on the floor with the ability to drive from the perimeter and finish above defenders. She moves well without the ball and finds space to receive it for an aggressive finish at the rim. She uses great body positioning and footwork to get around and dominate inside.

Natalee has been playing up for years, competing with older teams since 8th grade and already gaining attention from Division 1 and Division 2 programs as a sophomore. She has strong post moves and uses excellent footwork to maneuver around defenders. She finishes well with both hands and runs the floor hard in transition, consistently putting pressure on opposing defenses.

Bowling brings size and versatility to the frontcourt, with the ability to contribute in multiple ways. As she begins AAU season, her development and production should accelerate. Her presence inside gives her a solid foundation moving forward.

With a current ranking of #17 in the state of Virginia this will be a big season for Natalee. She has joined the squad at Lord Botetourt who is coming of a state championship. Her versatility at the post position is one of her biggest strengths and it will be exciting to watch how she continues to improve and grow as she is only a 2028.

A big pickup for a high school program that won the state title last season Natalee will fill a void left by the departure of two division two players. With her skillset in the front court she should have a productive season with her new program.

A physical forward/center who makes her presence felt on the floor. Good low post moves in the paint and can score with contact when it comes. Good rebounder does a good job tracking ball’s off the glass  to secure the miss. Good basketball IQ and is a capable rim protector that plays with good energy.

Natalee Bowling Natalee Bowling 6'2" | PF Lord Botetourt | 2028 State VA is one of the best bigs in the state for 2028. She is playing up again and is a very important part of this VA Impact team. Natalee is extremely impactful as a paint protector, and she does a good job staying disciplined defensively. Natalee is a terrific rebounder on both ends. She finishes well and does a great job finishing through contact.

A player that can  control the paint on both ends of the floor. Does a good job finishing around the rim. A capable rim protector on defense she will stand her ground and alter shots. Look for her to have a big year with her potential she may have to eventually go to a high school that can get her some more exposure and competition.