Riley Suarez Riley Suarez 6'2" | SF/PF Hamilton Heights | 2029 State IN made a strong impression at the Prime Event Midwest with her combination of size, skill, and scoring versatility. Playing with a 16U group, she stood out as someone who could consistently create offense in a variety of ways, whether that was inside the paint or stepping out to operate from midrange and beyond. Her ability to score “just about anywhere she wanted” wasn’t an exaggeration it reflected how comfortable she looked reading different defensive coverages and attacking mismatches.

What makes Suarez especially difficult to defend is that her size doesn’t limit her mobility or skill level. She is able to handle the basketball well enough to initiate offense when needed and has the coordination to attack defenders off the dribble. In the half court, she showed patience and control, not forcing shots but instead getting to her spots and finishing plays efficiently. Around the rim, she used her frame well to absorb contact and still convert at a high rate.

She also showed flashes of being able to impact the game without always needing the ball in her hands, which is important at the next level. Whether it was sealing position inside, running the floor in transition, or spacing the floor, Suarez found ways to stay involved. As she continues to refine consistency and defensive engagement, she has the tools to become a matchup problem at every level she plays. Players with her size and scoring range naturally draw attention, and she backed that up with her performance at the event.

Riley Suarez Riley Suarez 6'2" | SF/PF Hamilton Heights | 2029 State IN quickly emerged onto the scene across the state of Indiana with her impressive play for Hamilton Heights. She brings excellent length, strong footwork, and advanced skill at the 3/4 position, allowing her to impact the game in multiple ways offensively and defensively. Her versatility and ability to score at all three levels have made her one of the fastest-rising players in the Class of 2029.

This past season, Suarez averaged 21 points per game while also adding 1 assist and 5.4 rebounds per contest. Her scoring ability and overall upside continue to draw attention from college programs early in her career.

She currently holds an offer from Murray State and is expected to attract even more interest throughout the summer as she continues to compete on the AAU circuit and develop her game against high-level competition.

Riley had a really nice Spring & Summer in 2025, and it was apparent she was going to have a nice Freshman season. But I’m not sure 21.6 points per game was the expectation, especially considering she shot 56% from the field, 43% from behind the 3-point line, and 83% from the free throw line. She has good size and length, she can play anywhere on the floor offensively, and she’s a nice all-around athlete. Defensively, she’ll need to improve her consistency defending the ball, but even that has improved in the last year. Look for her to continue becoming more and more efficient.

When evaluating incoming Freshman throughout the Spring & Summer, Riley stood out because of her size and skill. She is a smooth shooter, she has some ball skill, and she is comfortable playing a true wing position or operating in the mid-post. Considering Hamilton Heights has a great deal of young talent, I expected her to make an impact, but at 23.5 points per game against a solid schedule, she has really stepped up above and beyond for a rookie. As she continues to grow her game and becomes more dynamic off the dribble, I would look for her to become a matchup problem with her ability to play around the perimeter so easily.

At 6’1″, Riley served as one of Team 6’s bigs, subbing in and out with Libby Berg as the center on the court. Riley proved to be a much-needed defensive anchor for the team, and stepping in when they needed her the most. The paint is arguably one of the most important parts of the court that need defended aggressively, which is exactly what Riley accomplished at the showcase. She was able to do so by taking on players that attempted to make lay-ups and blocking their scope of shot, which often turned into defensive rebounds for her team to fight for.

Wow, this kid makes it look effortless. Great handles, and pushes tempo up the floor like a guard. Excellent finisher and a kid that people need to see moving forward! Absolutely love this kids ability to rebound. This one is special!