STATE TOURNAMENT: Class 6A freshmen standouts
WICHITA, Kan. — The Kansas 6A state championships saw a host of young players make a name for themselves on the biggest stage in Wichita. Here, Prep Hoops takes a look at several of the top freshmen performers in the…
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Continue ReadingWICHITA, Kan. — The Kansas 6A state championships saw a host of young players make a name for themselves on the biggest stage in Wichita.
Here, Prep Hoops takes a look at several of the top freshmen performers in the state championships in Wichita.
35-Ashlyn Alloway, 5’9, G/F, 2022, Olathe North
Alloway sees a good deal of time on the floor and brings speed, hustle and grit to the floor. She does well at the varsity speed and can shoot 3-pointers after the catch. A young player to keep your eyes on in the future.
15-Tae Thomas, 5’6, G, 2022, Topeka
A player to keep your eyes on in the future. Thomas is a young guard who can handle the ball, loose opponents in open space and stays away from problem areas of the floor. She also has good shot and can get points when opponents leave her space to shoot or room to drive. Thomas is also great at getting steals.
11-Emma Krueger, 5’9, G, 2022, Wasburn-Rural
Possibly the most promising freshman in Topeka, Krueger uses he speed and strength to separate herself from the others. She is confident with the ball in her hands and can create opportunities with her quickness. Krueger also plays strong, physical defense on the ball and can run the floor well and finish through contact.
40-Nijaree Canady, 6’0, F, 2022, Topeka
An impressive post player who is quick, flexible and adapts to match-ups well. She is an offensive talent that brings size, length and athleticism to the floor. She has a great inside-outside game. She can dominate the boards and can step out some and handle and shoot. She averaged 20.6 points during season play and added 20 points in Topeka’s win over Olathe East.
22-Sania Copeland, 5’7, G, 2022, Olathe North
Copeland is an athletic guard for Olathe North who contributes on both ends. She is very quick for her position and applies great pressure on the perimeter when opponents are looking for a path inside. Holman has a lot of potential as offensive player. She’s very bouncy and can find angles to the basket and she gets her shot off quickly.