Exciting 2023 Defensive Prospects
The Class of 2023 is next in line for college. South Florida has six prospects in the top 25 of our rankings, including three from Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas. The Raiders have already won back-to-back state championships and will…
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Continue ReadingThe Class of 2023 is next in line for college. South Florida has six prospects in the top 25 of our rankings, including three from Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas. The Raiders have already won back-to-back state championships and will be competitive once again next season.
The top prospects play excellent defense. Here are some of the best.
Taelyn Carey Taelyn Carey 6'1" | SF Westminster Academy | 2023 State FL – Westminster Academy/Team Knight (PGH: 50)
Few prospects have the size and physical defensive presence as Taelyn Carey Taelyn Carey 6'1" | SF Westminster Academy | 2023 State FL . All you have to do is look at her 302 total rebounds. I would add her toughness contributed to 142 boards on the offensive side. Overall, the 6-foot-1 forward had 10 or more boards in 16 games. Carey also dominated as a rim protector with 58 blocks. Her athleticism enables her to defend multiple positions. She picked up 59 steals due to her quickness and movement.
Uniyah Franklin Uniyah Franklin 6'1" | SF Everglades | 2023 State FL – Everglades/FGB South Florida Runnin’ Rebels (PGH: 89)
This is a great spot for Franklin to move up from. The 6-foot-2 forward averaged 12.5 rebounds per game while helping Everglades to an 18-8 record. Franklin can be a mismatch with her power and quickness to defend on the ball. You can count on her to defend multiple positions. Franklin should continue to move up in our rankings.
Fenishka Bertho Fenishka Bertho 6'3" | PF North Miami | 2023 State FL – North Miami/Team Knight (PGH: 54)
Any offense is going to have difficulty off the drive with Fenishka Bertho Fenishka Bertho 6'3" | PF North Miami | 2023 State FL in the paint. The 6-foot-3 center is waiting to alter or block the shot. Most likely, Bertho will be able to collect the rebound if a shot is even attempted. She averaged 14.6 rebounds and 5.2 blocks per game this past season. Bertho’s upside is very high given her frame.
Janessa Williams Janessa Williams 5'10" | SF King’s Academy | 2023 State FL – The King’s Academy/Miami Suns Team Fowles
Janessa Williams Janessa Williams 5'10" | SF King’s Academy | 2023 State FL should be one of the top senior defenders around Palm Beach County. The 5-foot-10 wing/forward averaged 7.1 rebounds and 2.2 steals per game for a King’s Academy team that won 24 games. Williams is a high motor athlete with defensive versatility. She plays persistent as an on-ball defender or grabbing boards off the glass.
Checorey Bouie Checorey Bouie 5'11" | PF Cardinal Newman | 2023 State FL – Cardinal Newman/FGB South Florida (PGH: 48)
Checorey Bouie Checorey Bouie 5'11" | PF Cardinal Newman | 2023 State FL is a recognized frontcourt prospect across South Florida. The 5-foot-11 forward was named First Team All-Area by the Sun Sentinel after averaging 10.1 boards and 2.2 steals per game. Bouie is a stretch four that can make plays around the glass and out on the perimeter. She is a future college player with a big summer/fall season ahead of her.
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