Windy in Indy: Brian’s Class of 2023 Top Players
Below are my top players from the class of 2023 that I watched at the Windy City Classic from July 24-26th. This is a super talented class that has a bright future and will be a lot of fun to…
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Continue ReadingBelow are my top players from the class of 2023 that I watched at the Windy City Classic from July 24-26th. This is a super talented class that has a bright future and will be a lot of fun to watch in the next three years.
Klare Flynn Klare Flynn 5'9" | CG Brown County | 2023 State IL 5’9 Brown County High School / Illinois Inferno: A guard with good vision, Klare brings great athleticism to the court. She has a pretty shot that can fall from anywhere and has strong handles. She is long and has the ability to keep her girl in front of her and lock down her opponent.
Ashlynn Arnsman Ashlynn Arnsman 6'0" | SF Unity | 2023 State IL 5’10 Unity High School / Illinois Inferno: Ashlynn is a problem on the court for the opposition. She is a superb athlete that has long length and a strong build. She will crash the boards all game long on both ends. Ashlynn has terrific hands and can catch on the run. She runs the floor great and is always looking for a pass while she gets to the rim. She can play inside/out and will finish with contact. Ashlynn’s celing is high!
Kyra Carothers Kyra Carothers 5'9" | CG Unity | 2023 State IL 5’9 Unity High School / Illinois Inferno: A long, athletic wing, Kyra sure can play. She cuts hard and with a purpose and can finish around the rim. She isn’t afraid of contact and will score despite it. She has quickness that allows her to blow by her defender and has a jumper that can fall from all over.
Joselyn Gale Joselyn Gale 5'7" | CG Normal West | 2023 State IL 5’7 Normal West High School / Illinois Warriors Royal: I really liked Joselyn’s game. She plays very relaxed and never seemed to lose her cool. Very poised, Joselyn can score around the rim with both hands and finish with contact. She attacks the rim with a purpose and has terrific body control. Joselyn is an athlete to keep an eye on.
Ashley Wilcox Ashley Wilcox 5'8" | CG Normal West | 2023 State IL 5’8 Normal West Community High School / Heart of Illinois: A good athlete with long arms and a long stride, Ashley does a lot of things well. She has great rotation on defense and puts herself on the help side at the right time. She can run the floor and catch the outlet and finish at the rim. Ashley also has great form on her jump shot.
Tatum Young Tatum Young 5'6" | PG Lake Forest Academy | 2023 State IL 5’6 Lake Forest Academy / Heart of Illinois: Tatum had some of the prettiest passes that I saw all weekend as they are crisp and on point. She has terrific anticipation on defense and has the ability to be a lock down defender. She was in full control when she was in the game, a true point guard.
Nikki Harrison Nikki Harrison 5'11" | PF Harlem | 2023 State IL 5’11 Harlem High School / Illinois Midwest Wildcats: A post with great size and athleticism, I liked a lot of what I saw from Nikki. She was a problem on defense for her opponents, blocking and altering shots. She is quick and has a great crossover. That quick crossover, plus the rest of her ability to take care of the basketball, make her a nightmare match up for anyone. She can attack from the outside but can post you up and score from down low. I really liked her spin move on the block as it is strong, quick and deliberate.
Katey Flynn Katey Flynn 5'10" | SF Brown County | 2023 State IL 5’10 Brown County High School / Illinois Inferno: Katey is a combo guard that shined when I watched her play. She took care of the basketball well and showed great vision and a feel for the game. She will push the tempo and look ahead on the break. She has a great back dribble that gives her the space to look for teammates and make plays happen.
Abbey Schreacke Abbey Schreacke 6'0" | SG Quincy Notre Dame | 2023 State IL 5’10 Quincy Notre Dame High School / Illinois Inferno: Abbey has all the tools to be a Division 1 player. She is a combo guard that can run the point flawlessly and get herself in position to score off the ball. Even as a 2023 kid, Abbey has a body that is ready to handle the grind of the college game. She is strong, great athlete that can hold her own against anyone. She has a beautiful jumper and can change direction with the basketball on a dime. Her hesitation dribble was smooth and got her into space each time she used it.