Sam projects as a player who will make an impact in the paint at the next level. Defensively she has the size and timing to alter shots and protect the rim making life difficult for opposing offenses. On the offensive end her ability to score with her back to the basket gives her a weapon that should become even more effective when facing one-on-one coverage.

Sam was a catalyst on both ends of the floor all season long. She got things going in the mid-range, dominated the post and made her presence felt defensively by blocking shots and rebounding. Her ability to control the paint on both ends gives her strong momentum heading into the summer.

Sam dominated the paint and did everything she could to keep her team alive even though it wasn’t enough to advance. She finished with a game-high 19 rebounds limiting the opposing team to one shot while controlling the glass. On offense she got what she wanted inside using her presence to anchor her team in the paint.

Sam has been a huge presence on the defensive end, protecting the paint without fouling and controlling the glass. Offensively, she’s capable of scoring in multiple ways whether it’s finishing inside or stepping out to operate at the high post. Her two-way impact gives her team stability.

Sam Clevenger Sam Clevenger 6'5" | C/PF Colorado Academy | 2027 State CO has transformed into arguably the most dominant hooper on this list. Her numbers do the talking for her, chalking up 13.4 PPG, 11.9 RPG, and an unfathomable 5.1 BPG. The 6’4 forward loves sending shots away and takes pride in her defensive prowess. Providing a constant flow of second-chance opportunities and crashing the glass with force, Clevenger is the epitome of a defense’s worst nightmare to guard and keep up with. Expect Clevenger to make leaps and bounds in the rankings in the coming months.

Sam Clevenger Sam Clevenger 6'5" | C/PF Colorado Academy | 2027 State CO provides Colorado Academy with a plethora of second-chance opportunities, averaging a 13/13 double-double this season. Clevenger knows how to space the floor on offense and utilize her 6’4 frame to dominate the interior. Starting her junior year campaign off on a strong note, Clevenger continues to climb the rankings, show up, and show out.

Sam’s presence in the paint has forced teams to settle for perimeter shots. When opponents do get inside she’s usually there to turn them away or force a turnover. On offense she plays well in both the high and low post scoring at the rim while also finding open teammates when double-teamed.

Sam Clevenger Sam Clevenger 6'5" | C/PF Colorado Academy | 2027 State CO has made her presence felt in the paint, constantly altering and changing shots around the rim. She finishes strong through contact and doesn’t shy away from physical play. Her mid-range jumper looks smooth and adds another layer to her offensive game.

Sam is an interior presence who protects the rim without getting into foul trouble. She blocks and changes shots, making it hard for opponents to finish at the rim. Offensively she can knock down the pull-up jumper and score with either hand around the basket.

Sam was a dominant presence in the paint defensively, changing and blocking shots around the rim. She was all over the boards, talked on defense, and played with poise under pressure. On offense, she scored over both shoulders and made the right passes when double-teamed.