2021 Rankings Update: Best Wings
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Wings are among the most versatile players on a basketball court. They can play multiple positions, score on the perimeter while also getting inside, show some playmaking ability, and play lockdown defense. The players on this list excel in some…
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Continue ReadingWings are among the most versatile players on a basketball court. They can play multiple positions, score on the perimeter while also getting inside, show some playmaking ability, and play lockdown defense. The players on this list excel in some or even all of these areas, showing off their wide arrays of skills. Here are the state’s top wings in the class of 2021.
Macey Blevins Macey Blevins 5'11" | SG Wayne County | 2021 State KY , Wayne County- Coming off arguably the best season of any junior in the state, Blevins has earned her spot atop this list. She was great scoring the basketball, putting up 21 points per game and showing off her abilities inside to pull down 8 rebounds per game. Perhaps most telling of her value was the way Wayne County played with a without Blevins, as she transformed them into a highly successful team.
Harley Paynter Harley Paynter 5'7" | CG Boyd County | 2021 State KY , Boyd County- Another player who had an incredible season, Paynter did everything for the Lady Lions. She initiated their offense, rebounded at a great level, and scored with awesome efficiency. While her reputation as one of the top shooters in the state is well earned, Paynter provided value to her team every area, both in terms of basketball skills and clear leadership.
Brie Crittendon Brie Crittendon 5'9" | SG Ryle | 2021 State KY , Ryle- For two years now Crittendon has been one of the best supporting players in the state. Playing behind Maddie Scherr Maddie Scherr 5'11" | CG Ryle | 2020 State KY , Crittendon has done a great job working as a role player while stepping up as the Lady Raiders’ primary option when she needed to. She has shown a ton of versatility, working as a shooter, rebounder, and playmaker depending on what was needed. She’ll definitely be Ryle’s top player next year, and if Crittendon is up to the challenge she could be one of the top players in the state as well.
Jacqueline Jackson Jacqueline Jackson 5'7" | SG Greenwood | 2021 State KY , Greenwood- Despite a knee injury that prematurely ended her season, Jackson maintains her place as one of the state’s top wings thanks to her scoring ability. She was an explosive scorer, showing off a combination of athleticism and the ability to create plenty of points. If she can come back at full strength next year, Jackson has the ability to be one of the state’s top scorers.
Presley Partin Presley Partin 5'6" | SG Knox Central | 2021 State KY , Knox Central- Another player who excels scoring the basketball, Partin has proven herself as an elite shot-maker. She has a great stroke from beyond the deep and isn’t afraid to let it fly, combined with an ability to score from inside the arc as well. When she gets hot Partin is a player who can be impossible to stop and completely take over a game.
Whitney Caldwell Whitney Caldwell 5'8" | CG Pineville | 2021 State KY , Pineville- We finish with a player who showcases all the versatility one could want out of a top wing. Caldwell can create offense and make shots inside and out. She has a great basketball IQ, knowing when to score and pass, and giving her the ability to use her wide array of skills to the best of her abilities.