Reese of Michigan Premier Cole earned First Team 17U All-Tournament honors after a strong weekend leading her team to a championship game appearance at the PGH MI State Tournament. The Grand Valley State University commit showcased her versatility and athleticism throughout the event, impacting the game in a variety of ways on both ends of the floor. Reese consistently produced offensively and showed the ability to score in bunches every time she stepped on the court. She attacked defenders effectively off the dribble, knocked down perimeter shots, and used her length around the rim to finish plays and alter shots defensively. In addition to her scoring, she contributed on the glass and came away with blocks, proving to be a difference maker in multiple areas throughout the tournament.

Reese, a Grand Valley State University commit representing Michigan Premier , turned in a strong showing with her versatility on full display throughout the weekend. The lengthy, athletic guard made an impact in multiple areas, crashing the glass effectively and pushing the pace in transition. She showed good vision as a passer on the move, consistently finding teammates in stride, while also proving she can score it herself—whether knocking down perimeter shots or attacking the rim with confidence. Her all-around play was a key factor in helping her team capture the tournament title.

Reese turned in an impressive performance against a very athletic and talented opponent. She drained a smooth wing three, poked the ball out with quick hands for a steal, made a smooth transfer to score on a full-speed basket cut, and drove downhill with determination to earn trips to the line. Reese worked hard inside to secure offensive rebounds, and her aggressive effort stood out for Michigan Premier 17U Cole at the PGH MI College Tour. She’s an athletic guard-wing prospect who jumps out of the gym, plays with a fierce competitive fire, and doesn’t back down from a challenge.

Reese took her game to an even higher level for Grass Lake as a junior and ensured the Warriors remained at the mountain top after graduating 2025 Cascades Conference MVP Kate Starkey. Reese guided the Warriors to a 20-2 record with both losses coming to top-ranked D1 teams. The Warriors finished undefeated (15-0) in the Cascades Conference, winning the championship for an eighth straight season. She received recognition as the Cascades All-Conference Co-MVP, averaging 19.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 2.4 steals per game. Reese turned in a determined double-double effort with 16 points and 11 rebounds to help the Warriors defeat Columbia Central in the Cascades Championship Game. Head Coach April Salts described Reese as a “Dominant leader and floor general”. Reese is one of the most athletic, competitive, and relentless prospects in her class. She jumps out of the gym and plays with an endless motor. Reese is a great addition to the Grand Valley State 2027 recruiting class.

Reese was the Cascades Conference MVP this year and she was the fiercest Warrior on the court for Grass Lake in the District Finals. Reese muscled into position for an offensive rebound, caused a foul, then buried both free throws. She closed out full speed on a perimeter shooter to force a travel violation and converted a tough, contested layup inside. Reese energized the Warriors after using a speedy back-door cut to beat the defense, ending with a strong catch and finish through contact. She completed the three-point play from the charity stripe. Reese tied up a ball in the corner, jumped way up to bat down a pass on the perimeter, and dished a great dump off pass to a teammate in transition. Her ball pressure forced an over-and-back turnover. Reese had multiple steals and her explosive drives earned several trips the line. She knocked down seven free throws and led Grass Lake with 13 points.

Reese was the most athletic and physically striking prospect on the court. She timed a pass perfectly on defense, leaped up like there was an invisible trampoline under her feet, and batted the ball down like a middle hitter at the volleyball net. Her competitive fire, passion, and relentless mindset impact the entire team. Reese has another gear when she runs the floor. She scored a tough layup through contact off the dribble, then added a smooth catch and finish at the rim in transition. Reese imposed her will in the second half. She crashed the glass hard to secure multiple offensive rebounds and forced the defense to put her on the line. Reese drove straight to the rim with fierce determination and iced the game from the charity stripe, converting 8 of 10 from the line in the fourth quarter. The Cascades Conference MVP led Grass Lake with 16 points and 11 rebounds. GVSU is adding another top ten prospect to its program.

Reese, a junior guard for Grass Lake, has been a driving force behind her team’s impressive 16–1 record this season. A long, athletic playmaker, she attacks the rim with confidence and finishes through contact, showing exceptional body control as she navigates traffic in the lane. Her offensive versatility keeps defenses guessing, as she can just as easily step back and knock down shots from well beyond the arc. On the defensive end, Reese uses her length to disrupt passing lanes and create turnovers, turning defense into quick offense. She also rebounds at a high rate for a guard, proving her impact extends far beyond scoring and making her a key reason for Grass Lake’s dominant run.

Reese turned in gritty double-double effort for Grass Lake on Saturday during their hard-fought win. Reese used her left hand confidently to convert many tough layups in traffic. She dove on the floor to fight for 50/50 balls, boxed out strongly to secure rebounds, and crashed the offensive glass. Reese drove hard downhill for a layup and used an effective euro-step to create an open look for another left-handed finish. She swiped the ball away on defense, pushed it quickly up the court, and dished the ball ahead to a sprinting teammate for the assist. Reese finished tough, contested layups and made smart backdoor cuts. She earned West Michigan Hoop Summit Co-MVP honors with 12 points and 11 rebounds.

Reese, a Grand Valley commit from Grass Lake, is a long, athletic guard who plays with nonstop energy. Her size and agility make her a handful on both ends of the floor, and she’s expected to be a major force in Grass Lake’s push for another conference title. She consistently hunts for extra possessions, crashing the boards hard and turning rebounds into easy points. Her ability to slice to the rim, finish strong off two feet, and put pressure on defenders with her downhill drives makes her one of the most dynamic playmakers in the conference heading into the season.

Reese worked her way into our top ten, and she defended that high ranking during games with Grass Lake at the LBI Mitten Opening. Reese was relentless on the offensive glass, scoring many put-backs and a backdoor cut layup off two feet. She attacked downhill with determination and toughness off the dribble. Reese turned in the effort play of the day, chasing down a breakaway to block the shot away with authority.