Each year it seems like there is a forward similar to Natalie who picks up recruiting momentum heading into their Junior year from some of the Midwest’s better small colleges, and while Natalie might be a little under the radar right now, I feel like if she has a good 2026-2027 Winter, she could have several followers come April. She is so long, athletic in all directions, and bouncy. She has very good balance and change-of-direction, plus she has some ball skill and the ability to make open rhythm jumpers.

Natalie has shown a lot of growth in her game over the past 12 to 18 months, physically too…she has grown about 2 to 3 inches since last Spring. She is extremely long, fluidly athletic, and somewhat bouncy. What’s most impressive, though, is probably her balance and ability to change directions, especially when she’s attacking the basket. She does a really nice job with ball-fakes, getting defenders off-balance, then stepping through/under to finish around the basket with either hand. Additionally, she can handle it and make shots outside.

Got a chance to see her game on video late Saturday night, she is able to knock down the perimeter shot, off the pass and has a good release. Can get downhill but would like to see her in the weight room this summer to help her in a physical style of play. She has good potential, just get reps and work this summer! Plays with Indiana Game 15U.