There are some players across Michigan that have made statements about their game so far this summer. Zylah Carter is one such athlete. She’s a talented perimeter player that seems primed for a big senior season. Let’s get to know Carter as a player and prospect.
NAME
Zylah Carter
GRADUATION YEAR
2023
POSITION
Point Guard
HEIGHT
5-9
SCHOOL
Lansing Waverly
GRASSROOTS / AAU PROGRAM
Michigan Premier.
STRENGTHS
Attacking the basket – She can get downhill and get the ball to the rim.
Creating space for open shots – Her aggressiveness offensively opens things up. Defenders will sometimes sit back waiting for her to attack, leaving space for her to pop off a jumper. She can also use her handles to give herself space.
Passing / Finding open teammates – She has an instinct for finding open teammates. She plays with her head up and on a swivel.
Talking on both ends of the floor – She’s a vocal leader that does a great job communicating with her teammates.
AREA FOR IMPROVEMENT
Don’t force it – Be a little more patient and let the game come to her. She makes the right plays, just needs to settle in and trust her instincts.
BASKETBALL GOALS
“My goals as of this year is to keep improving on all my weak points in the game, and to be recruited with a full ride scholarship.” – Zylah Carter
WHAT SHE’S LOOKING FOR IN A SCHOOL / PROGRAM AT THE NEXT LEVEL
“What I am looking for in a school/program at the next level is the school’s commitment to my academics and the ability to be able to maintain my school work and basketball at the same time.” – Zylah Carter
FAVORITE CLASS
“My favorite class is Math, but math as in Algebra/numbers/long equations. I love the challenge, it makes you think and there is always a pattern in math, once you figure it out, it’s a breeze.” – Zylah Carter
