Sophia Calhoun
Sophia Calhoun
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Brazley Barnes | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Moves well and is extremely agile for her size, especially impressive as she is a year younger than most of her competition. A strong one-on-one player with a quick first step, powerful build, and the ability to handle low in tough situations, she can operate like a guard despite playing up as a post. A strong outlet passer, she uses spin moves to create space and get to her patented left-hand jump hook. With solid shooting mechanics and defensive awareness, she can stay in front of quicker guards or taller posts while making an impact on both ends of the floor. She will need to manage her physicality to avoid foul trouble while continuing to assert herself inside.
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Read EvaluationByron Xerxes Livsey | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
In the games Calhoun played, you were able to see her impact in most possessions she was involved in. In the games where she had a larger role, it really showed the potential Calhoun has over the next couple of years. The scoring component is there, and it’s strong, and on the defensive end, she can deal with bigger guards or wings because of her frame. A player to definitely keep up with when AAU kicks off.
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Read EvaluationByron Xerxes Livsey | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
So smooth, so patient, yet aggressive. Calhoun has had quite the year so far, and in most games, the consistent piece has been her awareness of how to be effective without doing too much. She can be ball dominant for five straight possessions, then play off the ball for three to four, and the energy level doesn’t decline. The skill set is still sharpening as she continues to play high level competition, but her trajectory is high. A player to truly keep your eye on in this state.
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Read EvaluationByron Xerxes Livsey | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Most tournaments in the state host the JV level games in the same building, with most eyes on the varsity… some players suit up for JV that bring attention to their games… and Sophia did just that. Calhoun is a varsity level player at her age, but when you’re playing for a program that is constantly winning, you have to work your way into that rotation. In the games Sophia played for JV, she was outright dominant. The athleticism, the free flow of her game… and the confidence is scary for her to have at this age. Major upside.
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Read EvaluationByron Xerxes Livsey | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Calhoun has tremendous upside, and her ability to play the old school game while still being aggressive is key to why I believe she’ll be a name to remember as the years go on. This incoming Loyola class is deep, and she’s one of the main players who can help the program remain competitive.
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Read EvaluationByron Xerxes Livsey | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Calhoun’s skillset is way above her age, and the patience she shows lets me know she has complete trust in the work that she puts in. She can score from around the midrange, she can finish at the rim, and can also extend out to the arc. Strong on the defensive side too.
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Read EvaluationJim Dabbelt | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Good size, can defend inside or out. Able to play and battle in a physical game, can also drop off her player and defend. Defends in your face making it tough for her opponent to be effective. Good finisher!
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