Dade/Broward Class of 2021 Starting 5
article submitted by David McDaniel III If you had to build the best starting five consisting of players from Dade and Broward counties, who would you choose? Here’s our list, followed by why we picked them: Amari Hunter Amari Hunter…
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If you had to build the best starting five consisting of players from Dade and Broward counties, who would you choose?
Here’s our list, followed by why we picked them:
- Amari Hunter Amari Hunter 5'6" | CG Somerset Silver Palms | 2021 State FL | Dade County | 5’4 | Uncommitted | Keys Gate Charter High School
- Lindsey Weingard Lindsey Weingard 5'6" | PG Dr Krop | 2021 State FL | Dade County | 5’6″ | Uncommitted | Krop High School
- Ja’Leah Williams Ja’Leah Williams 5'9" | CG Blanche Ely | 2021 State FL | Broward County | 5’9″ | Uncommitted | Blanche Ely High School
- Taliyah Wyche Taliyah Wyche 6'2" | C American Heritage | 2021 State FL | Broward County | 6’3″ | Florida | American Heritage Plantation High School
- Andrea Daley Andrea Daley 6'0" | SF Miami Country Day | 2021 State FL | Dade County | 6’0″ | Uncommitted | Miami Country Day School
Amari Hunter Amari Hunter 5'6" | CG Somerset Silver Palms | 2021 State FL (PG)
Amari is a shifty point guard with RAAAAANNGEEE! She has a variety of moves that she uses to create her 3Pt shot and moves to the basket. Amari also possesses a nice floater that she utilizes when bigger defenders try to help. She is a threat as soon as she crosses half court, therefore keeping her defenders on their heels. Not only is Amari an offensive threat but she also has great anticipation skills, playing the passing lanes hence why she averaged 5.2 spg. Overall, Amari is a stat stuffer with averages of 23.4 ppg, 4.1 apg, 5.3 rpg, and 5.2 spg. If Amari can add a mid-range shot to her game, she will possess the complete package at the PG spot.
Lindsey Weingard Lindsey Weingard 5'6" | PG Dr Krop | 2021 State FL (SG)
Hands down, man down! If you don’t close out on this 5’7 shooter you will certainly regret it. Lindsey is an ELITE catch and shoots shooter that consistently plays with intensity and passion. Not only can Lindsey shoot the ball from deep, but she has a nice feel for the game. She plays at a great pace, making the right reads often setting up her teammates to get great shots. Also, on the defensive end, Lindsey is a pest. She’s not afraid to pick you up to 94ft, and plays the passing lanes well often leading to steals and deflections. For Lindsey to take the next step in her game she will need to work on finishing around the basket and being able to create shots for herself off the dribble. Make no mistake, Lindsey is highly effective and efficient and will be a great addition to any Division 1 program!
Ja”Leah Williams (SF)
There is no doubt why Ja”Leah was Broward County’s 7A-6A POY, after leading Blanche Ely to their first state title since 1992. “Slim Leah” has everything in her “bag”, from combo moves, tough finishes around the basket, to her leadership qualities. With the ability to score from all three levels, she constantly creates for herself and her teammates. “Slim Leah” is also a willing defender and is arguably one of the best two-way players in the state! Although her PPG average dropped her junior season, her RPG was up 2.5 from her sophomore season and her SPG was up 1.3 from the previous year. She finished her Junior campaign with a solid 16.4 PPG, 7.2 RPG, 4.1 SPG, Broward county 7A-6A POY and a State Championship. It will be interesting to see how she finishes off her career and where she will end up in college. A lot of schools will be dying to have this fierce competitor on their squad!
Andrea Daley Andrea Daley 6'0" | SF Miami Country Day | 2021 State FL (PF)
High motor, athletic, long are three words to describe Andrea Daley Andrea Daley 6'0" | SF Miami Country Day | 2021 State FL . After a strong showing last summer on the circuit, and transferring to powerhouse Miami Country Day, her name is starting to get the recognition it deserves. Andrea is long and possesses a skill set that is developing but man her potential is out the roof! She can shoot, make plays off the dribble, finish in the paint STRONG, plays exceptional defense, and has a great basketball IQ. As she continues to develop, Andrea has a very high ceiling!
Taliyah Wyche Taliyah Wyche 6'2" | C American Heritage | 2021 State FL (C)
Taliyah is a tough lefty forward who can finish with either hand around the basket. She has a great second jump and owns the boards against anyone! She has great point-forward potential being able to rebound and initiate the offense for her team. She is also long and active on the defensive end having no problems switching with quicker guards. Along with that, she knows how to play big, keeping her hands straight up avoiding foul trouble. Make no mistake though, she can and will block any shot in the paint. Taliyah has great touch from the midrange area and needs to add consistency with this shot to compliment her versatility at the next level. The 6’3 junior has committed to the University of Florida. They are getting an elite superstar!