Class of 2024: Making An Impact On Varsity
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Normally, freshman year in high school is all about getting acclimated to a new environment. The school workload, meeting upperclassmen, adapting to the speed of the game, and just learning little nuances of the game of basketball. These top freshman…
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Continue ReadingNormally, freshman year in high school is all about getting acclimated to a new environment. The school workload, meeting upperclassmen, adapting to the speed of the game, and just learning little nuances of the game of basketball. These top freshman kids however have taken the game over in gusto and shredded the norm of being a newbie on campus. These freshmen have come in and made their mark on establishing a bright future in their perspective programs. Not only are they coming in to contribute, but these young ladies are game-changers and are intricate parts of what their teams do night in and night out.
Jaloni Cambridge Jaloni Cambridge 5'8" | PG Ensworth | 2024 State FL (PG, Ensworth)– The #1 talent in her class across the state, started for Ensworth her 8th-grade year, helping them win a state championship. This phenomenal athlete has already collected multiple D1 offers. Her game is smooth, as she possesses patience and poise with the basketball. Jaloni can get to the rim with ease, but also shoot the 3pt shot at a high clip. She is an enforcer on the defensive end that can change the game at any time.
Imari Berry Imari Berry 5'10" | SG Clarksville | 2024 State TN (SF, Clarksville)– Long athletic wing who can do it all. The game comes easy to her for her age, as she contributes on both ends of the court. Has a great jump shot, can get to the basket effortlessly but can contribute on the defensive end by controlling the boards and blocking shots.
Madi Hawk Madi Hawk 5'10" | SG Jefferson Co. | 2024 State TN (SG, Lakeway Christian Academy)– Sharpshooting guard, that can get to the basket in traffic. She displays the uncanny ability to knock down big shots in key moments of the game. A fearless shooter who can contribute any time her team needs a bucket.
Addison Melton Addison Melton 6'0" | SG Central Magnet | 2024 State TN (PF, Central Magnet Murfreesboro)– Long and versatile, Addison can get to the basket and knock down the 15ft shots. She possesses good ball-handling skills, which enables her to start fast breaks for her team. She is a defensive enforcer with her ability to block shots.
Sydney Mains Sydney Mains 5'11" | SF Knoxville Catholic | 2024 State TN (C, Science Hill)– Knows how to use her height to create havoc against her opponents. Has the ability to create shots around the bucket, all the while controlling the boards on the defensive end. Sydney can step out and shoot the 15ft shot but excels inside the paint.