Dayton Division 1 Teams to Watch- Top 5
Yesterday, I looked at some of the teams in Division 1 that I expect to put together a very good season. Today, I break down the Top 5 teams in Division 1 heading into the new season, listed alphabetically. Dayton…
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Continue ReadingYesterday, I looked at some of the teams in Division 1 that I expect to put together a very good season. Today, I break down the Top 5 teams in Division 1 heading into the new season, listed alphabetically.
Dayton Division 1- Top 5 teams (alphabetically listed)
Beavercreek
The Beavers lost a huge part of their offense when Alyssa Hall Alyssa Hall 5'7" | CG Wayne | 2021 OH moved over to Wayne this season, but this quality program should be competitive again with some solid returning players. Their best player and Division 1 recruit is 6-1 junior Anna Landing Anna Landing 6'2" | PF Beavercreek | 2021 OH , who can play both inside and out. Her production will have to increase this season. Senior Morgan Rhoades returns, as does junior Trinity Bean. Sophomore Maci Rhoades should also see her game and numbers improve this season.
Centerville
This team is loaded and deep. Lost some quality players to the next level, but returns the incredible duo of Amy Velasco Amy Velasco 5'8" | CG Centerville | 2021 State OH and Cotie McMahon Cotie McMahon 5'11" | SG Centerville | 2022 #28 Nation OH . Velasco is a junior point guard who is among the top three in the area, she can do it all and is a great floor leader with a sweet perimeter shot. McMahon is ranked #3 in the PGH Ohio 2022 rankings, and is nearly impossible to defend. Gabby Rittinger is back as a key senior and will be counted on again this season, while senior Emma Stanley, junior Kenzie Smith, sophomore Molly Scott. The Elks also have a very quality freshman class coming up. I have to believe Kendal George Kendal George 5'9" | CG Centerville | 2023 State OH is a contributor right away with her ability to score from the perimeter and is a high level defender with good length.
Fairmont
Four very key seniors return for one more run with the Firebirds, as Fairmont looks to make a deep tournament run this season. Madeline Westbeld Madeline Westbeld 6'3" | SF Fairmont High School | 2020 State OH is the most talented senior in Ohio, and can play anywhere on the floor. She is also expected to make her college decision very soon. Belmont-signee Madison Bartley Madison Bartley 6'3" | C Fairmont High School | 2020 State OH is a very talented, strong physical post player who has a nice touch around the basket. Both of them also have good range. Makira Webster is a lightning quick guard who is very talented and a good leader. Kierra Thornton distributes the ball well and is a key piece in the Fairmont success.
Springboro
Another Division 1 team with a lot of firepower returning. Despite the graduation of some key seniors, the Panthers will be geared up for success. Senior Olivia Majors is a key perimeter threat, while another senior McKel Nation, who is headed to Gannon University, is a solid post presence. Junior Jordan Hobbs Jordan Hobbs 5'9" | CG Springboro | 2021 State OH is the highest profile returning player, with fellow junior Peyton Nation right there with her making a solid junior tandem. Rising sophomore Haley Crozier Haley Crozier 5'6" | CG Springboro | 2022 OH turned heads this summer, and is being counted on for her perimeter game.
Wayne
This talented group of players at Wayne look to finally get over the hump. As mentioned earlier, they have added Alyssa Hall Alyssa Hall 5'7" | CG Wayne | 2021 OH and also junior Jacquel Bronaugh who moved over from Northmont, but they also have several quality kids returning. Seniors Nyla Hampton Nyla Hampton 5'7" | CG Wayne High School | 2020 State OH (Bowling Green commit), Jaida Wolfork and Teyarra Johnson bring good leadership. Junior Bree Hall (PGH #1 2021) can do it all, and junior Lovie Malone looks to provide a lot to the lineup. Sophomores Ma’kaylia Lute and Jaleah Stiner have both improved and will be a factor in the success.