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for the writ up cant wait @CoachEvanBell
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Thank you @pgh_Danyle for the amazing write up and such a great organized showcase!
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Had a great time at the Headliners Invitational this past Sunday. Thank you @CoachEvanBell @coachmsoukup @pgh_Danyle @CoachRayKimball @TheMRR7 for hosting such a high level camp! #makeshots @ladyramsbb24 @Nick11Marshall @PGHMichigan @MichHSBball
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Thank you @pgh_Danyle for the amazing write up! @coachmsoukup @CoachEvanBell @CoachRayKimball @TheMRR7 @PGHMichigan @ladyramsbb24 #makeshots
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@Taylorlloyd_3 @oakley_davis_ @payton_ryan2029 @Sarobbinsgirls @SavannahFlory29 @SeliaSpitzley @TaylaSmith25 @AllyKoenig3 @PGHMichigan
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Wrap up of the Headliners Invitational Showcase by Prepare to Win directed by @CoachEvanBell & @CoachRayKimball at Portland High School (continued):
Both groups did a #MakeShots session with @coachmsoukup , some fast-paced 3-on-3 play, skill work run by JUCO/D-III coaches/players, and entertaining 5-on-5 games.
The middle school age group in the afternoon had a wide mix, ranging from players with considerable club experience to players that are rather new to the game. I selected an All-Showcase Team along with some Honorable Mentions.
All-Showcase Team:
@BlakeTaipalus (5'7", '31, Jonesville)
Tri-MVP--Blake Taipalus displayed the ability to score at all 3 levels and was dynamic off the dribble. She displayed outstanding body control to score smoothly off the drive, to hang and adjust her shot in the air, or to absorb contact and finish. Taipalus had the ball on a string when it was in her hands; she hit open teammates and created many fast break opportunities with her defense.
Addison Simmons (5'5", '31, Homeschool)
Tri-MVP--Addison Simmons took on the challenge of going toe-to-toe with Taipalus throughout their teams' 5-on-5 matchup as well as during 3-on-3 play, and made her work for everything in the half-court. Offensively, she buried multiple 3s, created scoring opportunities for others at the point, and attacked the basket aggressively and used her physicality to play through contact on her way to the rim.
Lauren Casselman (5'7", '31, Harper Creek)
Tri-MVP--During the #MakeShots segment, only 3 players finished the 15-Spot Shooting Drill (making a shot at all 15 spots) in the 1:30 time limit; Lauren Casselman was the only player in the middle school session. She continued her hot shooting in 5-on-5 play while also showing the ability to get to the rim and score smoothly off the break and drive. Defensively, Casselman used her length to be disruptive and was active on the boards.
Kendall Allison (5'6", '31, Portland)
Kendall Allison was aggressive offensively and defensively throughout 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 play. She pushed the ball up court in transition, attacked the paint off the break/drive, and was active on the boards.
Alyssa Reau (5'6", '32, Chelsea)
Alyssa Reau ran the floor rim-to-rim and crashed the offensive glass to score repeatedly in the paint. As the day wore on, she also seemed to get more aggressive attacking the basket off the dribble to get shots or create contact for trips to the FT line.
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Honorable Mention:
Alayna Evanson (5'8", '31, Portland)
Laityn Kellogg (5'4", '31, Grand Ledge)
Caya Chavez (5'3", '32, Lumen Christi)
Annalee Fortson (5'8", '32, Bedford)
Alexis Slack (5'3", '32, Michigan Center)
Brylee Wilder (5'5", '32, Grass Lake)
Josie George (4'7", '33, Pewamo-Westphalia)
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Picture (from left to right): Kendall Allison, Lauren Casselman, Addison Simmons, Blake Taipalus, Alyssa Reau
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Thank you so much for the kind write-up, @pgh_Danyle, from the Headliners Invitational! I can’t wait to attend again next year! 🏀
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Thank you @pgh_Danyle for the positive evaluation and for noticing the extra work on both ends of the floor from the Headliners Showcase. Thank you @CoachEvanBell, @CoachRayKimball and @coachmsoukup too - I had a great time! I’ve been hitting the gym hard to keep preparing for my freshman season at Powers Catholic. 🙏🏀
#GoChargers #WeBeforeMe #Classof2030
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Thank you so much @TheMRR7 for the write up! I had an amazing time at this showcase and can’t wait for basketball season! @CoachEvanBell @CoachRayKimball @pgh_Danyle
@MichHSBball
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@CoachEvanBell thank you so much for having me out. You guys run awesome events very grateful for being a part of it.
Huge THANK YOU to @coachmsoukup & Make Shots for putting on a phenomenal shooting clinic today at the Headliners Invitational Showcase. Coach Mike instructed both our middle school and high school athletes, giving them mental and physical tools to increase their knowledge and improve their shooting mechanics. Each girl learned concepts and drills that they can take with them from the event. The volume of reps, speed of the drills, variety, and instruction was phenomenal during the segment. Appreciate your support today and looking forward to having you back at future events! @secorsig #MakeShots
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Thank you for covering this event and the mention @TheMRR7. Excited for my first high school season! @CoachEvanBell @pgh_Danyle @PGHMichigan
Wrap up of the Headliners Invitational Showcase by Prepare to Win directed by @CoachEvanBell & @CoachRayKimball at Portland High School:
Both groups did a #MakeShots session with @coachmsoukup , some fast-paced 3-on-3 play, skill work run by junior college coaches and/or players, and entertaining 5-on-5 games.
For the high school age group in the morning, I selected an All-Showcase Team, a Hustle Team, and a Newcomers to Note group along with some individual awards. The 2nd post will have the All-Showcase Team and Honorable Mentions for the middle school age group in the afternoon.
All-Showcase Team:
@Alexis_Walther2 (5'7" G, '29, Schoolcraft HS)
MVP--Alexis Walther affected the 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 games in every aspect. She used her handles and court vision/awareness to set up teammates repeatedly whether on the break or off of penetration. She got to the rim and scored off the dribble and showed her silky smooth shot from mid-range to well beyond the arc. She was also aggressive defensively whether harassing ball handlers on the point or contesting shooters and containing drivers on the wing. Walther, who had an outstanding freshman year at Schoolcraft HS, had the most complete performance of the morning session.
@taytuinhoffCM (5'8" W, '29, Central Montcalm HS)
Sniper Award--Taylor Tuinhoff lit it up from beyond the arc all day long. She hit 4-for-5 from 3 in the 1st 5-on-5 game of the day and added at least 2 more in each of the other 2 games. Tuinhoff catches ready to shoot and does not seem to miss an open shot.
@Taylorlloyd_3 (5'4" G, '28, Thornapple Kellogg HS)
General Award--Taylor Lloyd showed the ability to score in multiple ways, but also did a great job of setting up the multitude of lengthy forwards on her team whether feeding the post or cutters from the perimeter, dishing off of penetration, or distributing to teammates running the court in transition.
@AllyKoenig3 (5'10" F, '28, Marshall HS)
Slasher Award--Ally Koenig was one of the most impressive players in 3-on-3 play, driving to the rim aggressively from the perimeter and getting to the rim off the cut or the roll. She finished well off the attack and was also aggressive on the boards for additional scoring opportunities.
@SeliaSpitzley (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Interior Player Award--Selia Spitzley was the most impressive interior player. She ran the floor well rim to rim and moved well without the ball in the half court to get to the rim to get into situations to use her length to score smoothly off the break or cut. Spitzley also used her length and athleticism to be active defensively and on the boards. While likely more of a 3/4 as her HS years progress, Spitzley took great advantage of her paint touches to score with frequency for her team.
@carney_brinley (5'8" W, '29, Flat Rock HS)
Utility Player Award--Brinley Carney showed versatility in her scoring by hitting some 3s and short to mid-range pull ups as well as getting deep into the paint to score near the rim. She also shifted to the point to bring the ball up and initiate the offense at times.
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Hustle Team:
@Maddie_Boom (5'4" G, '29, Wayland HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Maddie Bumhoffer was a pesky defender on the ball and jumped passing lanes for steals. She did a great job of denying or jamming the outlet to force turnovers or slow down the fast break and dove all over the floor after loose balls. Offensively, she got the fast break going and made good decisions on the move to set up teammates.
@BrayleeTep (5'4" G, '29, Caledonia HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Brylee Tep did not take a single play off offensively or defensively. She transitioned from offense to defense rapidly to find and harass the opposing team's ball handler the length of the court. She also used her speed to push the ball up court quickly and put pressure on the opponent's transition defense. Tep is yet another young guard to keep an eye on in the Caledonia backcourt.
Heidi Carter (5'3" G, '28, Lakewood HS)
Heidi Carter showed good decision making in the pick-&-roll game and off the drive in 3-on-3 play, while also showing the ability to hit the 3. She shared the backcourt with 3 other PGs on her 5-on-5 team and played more off the ball in those games, but played scrappy defense and got after loose balls.
@Naomi_Chou_2029 (5'5" G, '29, Northville HS)
Naomi Chou was a solid, calming influence at the point as she set the offense. She was also aggressive defensively as she teamed with Tep, Carter, and/or Auger to put constant pressure on opposing guard tandems no matter which combo was in the game.
@SydneyHanes23 (5'3" G, '29, Lansing Catholic HS)
Sydney Hanes used her quickness to attack the paint offensively and get after opposing guards defensively. She is a crafty scorer off the dribble and can hit the 3 consistently. She had a breakout fr yr at Lansing Catholic and will once again be their engine as a sophomore.
@whipple_katieG (5'11" F, '29, Saranac HS)
Katie Whipple played physical inside and was aggressive on the boards. The officials were letting them play in the paint and Whipple used that to her advantage, posting physically, moving bodies, and battling for rebounds.
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Newcomers to Note:
@Nadia__auger (5'2" G, '28, Troy HS)
Nadia Auger missed her sophomore year due to an ACL injury and is working her way back for a solid junior year. She played with poise at the point and showed flashes of scoring and aggressive defense that should just improve as she gets back into basketball mode.
@TaylaSmith25 (6'1" F, '29, Haslett HS)
Tayla Smith was one of the most intriguing athletes in the gym. As the tallest player at the event, she used her length to score inside, but also used her athleticism to outrun 3/4s in transition. She blocked shots defensively and was active on the boards. For a Haslett team that graduated 4 starters, Smith appears poised to step into a bigger role this season.
Maggie Moore (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Kennedy Haid (5'3" G, '29, Portland HS)
@GwenFullet (5'11" F, '30, Portland HS)
Portland was well-represented in their home gym with a number of stand-out performances. Like Selia Spitzley (see above), Maggie Moore and Gwen Fullet are long and athletic forwards that run the floor well, crash the boards, and make hustle plays. Kennedy Haid shot the ball well from the perimeter, was scrappy defensively, and handled the ball well when shifting to the point. The future is bright in Portland.
@Sarobbinsgirls (5'6" G, '30, Powers Catholic HS)
@TayThunberg23 (5'5" G, '30, Bay City Central HS)
A pair of up-and-coming players in the Saginaw Valley League, Sophie Robbins and Taylor Thunberg were 2 of the best 2030 guards at the event. Neither was flashy, but both played solid at both guard spots, fit in well with talented teammates around them, hit open shots, and had good court awareness to make good decisions and make the right play. As a coach's daughter, Thunberg appeared to embrace the lead guard role, looking to set up teammates as her first option. Meanwhile, I would anticipate Robbins to play more of an off-guard role, at least initially, at Powers.
... See the next post for the afternoon session awards. ...
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Picture 1: Alexis Walther (#73) & Taylor Tuinhoff (#72)
Picture 2: Brinley Carney (#80) & Taylor Lloyd (#2)
Picture 3: Ally Koenig (l) & Selia Spitzley (r)
Picture 4: Braylee Tep (#10) & Madison Bumhoffer (r)
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Thank you for the kind words and the evaluation. I had a great time competing at the Headliners Showcase. Just trying to get better every day, have fun and get ready for my freshman season. 🙏🏀 #WeBeforeMe @pchs_bball @CoachEvanBell @pgh_Danyle #GoChargers
Wrap up of the Headliners Invitational Showcase by Prepare to Win directed by @CoachEvanBell & @CoachRayKimball at Portland High School:
Both groups did a #MakeShots session with @coachmsoukup , some fast-paced 3-on-3 play, skill work run by junior college coaches and/or players, and entertaining 5-on-5 games.
For the high school age group in the morning, I selected an All-Showcase Team, a Hustle Team, and a Newcomers to Note group along with some individual awards. The 2nd post will have the All-Showcase Team and Honorable Mentions for the middle school age group in the afternoon.
All-Showcase Team:
@Alexis_Walther2 (5'7" G, '29, Schoolcraft HS)
MVP--Alexis Walther affected the 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 games in every aspect. She used her handles and court vision/awareness to set up teammates repeatedly whether on the break or off of penetration. She got to the rim and scored off the dribble and showed her silky smooth shot from mid-range to well beyond the arc. She was also aggressive defensively whether harassing ball handlers on the point or contesting shooters and containing drivers on the wing. Walther, who had an outstanding freshman year at Schoolcraft HS, had the most complete performance of the morning session.
@taytuinhoffCM (5'8" W, '29, Central Montcalm HS)
Sniper Award--Taylor Tuinhoff lit it up from beyond the arc all day long. She hit 4-for-5 from 3 in the 1st 5-on-5 game of the day and added at least 2 more in each of the other 2 games. Tuinhoff catches ready to shoot and does not seem to miss an open shot.
@Taylorlloyd_3 (5'4" G, '28, Thornapple Kellogg HS)
General Award--Taylor Lloyd showed the ability to score in multiple ways, but also did a great job of setting up the multitude of lengthy forwards on her team whether feeding the post or cutters from the perimeter, dishing off of penetration, or distributing to teammates running the court in transition.
@AllyKoenig3 (5'10" F, '28, Marshall HS)
Slasher Award--Ally Koenig was one of the most impressive players in 3-on-3 play, driving to the rim aggressively from the perimeter and getting to the rim off the cut or the roll. She finished well off the attack and was also aggressive on the boards for additional scoring opportunities.
@SeliaSpitzley (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Interior Player Award--Selia Spitzley was the most impressive interior player. She ran the floor well rim to rim and moved well without the ball in the half court to get to the rim to get into situations to use her length to score smoothly off the break or cut. Spitzley also used her length and athleticism to be active defensively and on the boards. While likely more of a 3/4 as her HS years progress, Spitzley took great advantage of her paint touches to score with frequency for her team.
@carney_brinley (5'8" W, '29, Flat Rock HS)
Utility Player Award--Brinley Carney showed versatility in her scoring by hitting some 3s and short to mid-range pull ups as well as getting deep into the paint to score near the rim. She also shifted to the point to bring the ball up and initiate the offense at times.
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Hustle Team:
@Maddie_Boom (5'4" G, '29, Wayland HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Maddie Bumhoffer was a pesky defender on the ball and jumped passing lanes for steals. She did a great job of denying or jamming the outlet to force turnovers or slow down the fast break and dove all over the floor after loose balls. Offensively, she got the fast break going and made good decisions on the move to set up teammates.
@BrayleeTep (5'4" G, '29, Caledonia HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Brylee Tep did not take a single play off offensively or defensively. She transitioned from offense to defense rapidly to find and harass the opposing team's ball handler the length of the court. She also used her speed to push the ball up court quickly and put pressure on the opponent's transition defense. Tep is yet another young guard to keep an eye on in the Caledonia backcourt.
Heidi Carter (5'3" G, '28, Lakewood HS)
Heidi Carter showed good decision making in the pick-&-roll game and off the drive in 3-on-3 play, while also showing the ability to hit the 3. She shared the backcourt with 3 other PGs on her 5-on-5 team and played more off the ball in those games, but played scrappy defense and got after loose balls.
@Naomi_Chou_2029 (5'5" G, '29, Northville HS)
Naomi Chou was a solid, calming influence at the point as she set the offense. She was also aggressive defensively as she teamed with Tep, Carter, and/or Auger to put constant pressure on opposing guard tandems no matter which combo was in the game.
@SydneyHanes23 (5'3" G, '29, Lansing Catholic HS)
Sydney Hanes used her quickness to attack the paint offensively and get after opposing guards defensively. She is a crafty scorer off the dribble and can hit the 3 consistently. She had a breakout fr yr at Lansing Catholic and will once again be their engine as a sophomore.
@whipple_katieG (5'11" F, '29, Saranac HS)
Katie Whipple played physical inside and was aggressive on the boards. The officials were letting them play in the paint and Whipple used that to her advantage, posting physically, moving bodies, and battling for rebounds.
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Newcomers to Note:
@Nadia__auger (5'2" G, '28, Troy HS)
Nadia Auger missed her sophomore year due to an ACL injury and is working her way back for a solid junior year. She played with poise at the point and showed flashes of scoring and aggressive defense that should just improve as she gets back into basketball mode.
@TaylaSmith25 (6'1" F, '29, Haslett HS)
Tayla Smith was one of the most intriguing athletes in the gym. As the tallest player at the event, she used her length to score inside, but also used her athleticism to outrun 3/4s in transition. She blocked shots defensively and was active on the boards. For a Haslett team that graduated 4 starters, Smith appears poised to step into a bigger role this season.
Maggie Moore (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Kennedy Haid (5'3" G, '29, Portland HS)
@GwenFullet (5'11" F, '30, Portland HS)
Portland was well-represented in their home gym with a number of stand-out performances. Like Selia Spitzley (see above), Maggie Moore and Gwen Fullet are long and athletic forwards that run the floor well, crash the boards, and make hustle plays. Kennedy Haid shot the ball well from the perimeter, was scrappy defensively, and handled the ball well when shifting to the point. The future is bright in Portland.
@Sarobbinsgirls (5'6" G, '30, Powers Catholic HS)
@TayThunberg23 (5'5" G, '30, Bay City Central HS)
A pair of up-and-coming players in the Saginaw Valley League, Sophie Robbins and Taylor Thunberg were 2 of the best 2030 guards at the event. Neither was flashy, but both played solid at both guard spots, fit in well with talented teammates around them, hit open shots, and had good court awareness to make good decisions and make the right play. As a coach's daughter, Thunberg appeared to embrace the lead guard role, looking to set up teammates as her first option. Meanwhile, I would anticipate Robbins to play more of an off-guard role, at least initially, at Powers.
... See the next post for the afternoon session awards. ...
@SCEaglesGB @athletics_tk @MHSRedhawks @ladyraidersbbal @ladyramsbb24 @WUGirlsHoops @calgirlsbball @Lakewood_AD @nvillehoops @LC_Girls_Hoops @SaranacGBB @TroyColtsGBB @HaslettGBB @pchs_bball @BayCityCentral
Picture 1: Alexis Walther (#73) & Taylor Tuinhoff (#72)
Picture 2: Brinley Carney (#80) & Taylor Lloyd (#2)
Picture 3: Ally Koenig (l) & Selia Spitzley (r)
Picture 4: Braylee Tep (#10) & Madison Bumhoffer (r)
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Thank you for covering this event and the mention @TheMRR7. Excited for my first high school season! @CoachEvanBell @pgh_Danyle @PGHMichigan
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Thank you @TheMRR7 for the write up! Was such a great experience to work with such talented coaches and players! @ladyramsbb24 @Nick11Marshall @CoachEvanBell @pgh_Danyle @MichHSBball @CoachRayKimball @coachmsoukup
Wrap up of the Headliners Invitational Showcase by Prepare to Win directed by @CoachEvanBell & @CoachRayKimball at Portland High School:
Both groups did a #MakeShots session with @coachmsoukup , some fast-paced 3-on-3 play, skill work run by junior college coaches and/or players, and entertaining 5-on-5 games.
For the high school age group in the morning, I selected an All-Showcase Team, a Hustle Team, and a Newcomers to Note group along with some individual awards. The 2nd post will have the All-Showcase Team and Honorable Mentions for the middle school age group in the afternoon.
All-Showcase Team:
@Alexis_Walther2 (5'7" G, '29, Schoolcraft HS)
MVP--Alexis Walther affected the 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 games in every aspect. She used her handles and court vision/awareness to set up teammates repeatedly whether on the break or off of penetration. She got to the rim and scored off the dribble and showed her silky smooth shot from mid-range to well beyond the arc. She was also aggressive defensively whether harassing ball handlers on the point or contesting shooters and containing drivers on the wing. Walther, who had an outstanding freshman year at Schoolcraft HS, had the most complete performance of the morning session.
@taytuinhoffCM (5'8" W, '29, Central Montcalm HS)
Sniper Award--Taylor Tuinhoff lit it up from beyond the arc all day long. She hit 4-for-5 from 3 in the 1st 5-on-5 game of the day and added at least 2 more in each of the other 2 games. Tuinhoff catches ready to shoot and does not seem to miss an open shot.
@Taylorlloyd_3 (5'4" G, '28, Thornapple Kellogg HS)
General Award--Taylor Lloyd showed the ability to score in multiple ways, but also did a great job of setting up the multitude of lengthy forwards on her team whether feeding the post or cutters from the perimeter, dishing off of penetration, or distributing to teammates running the court in transition.
@AllyKoenig3 (5'10" F, '28, Marshall HS)
Slasher Award--Ally Koenig was one of the most impressive players in 3-on-3 play, driving to the rim aggressively from the perimeter and getting to the rim off the cut or the roll. She finished well off the attack and was also aggressive on the boards for additional scoring opportunities.
@SeliaSpitzley (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Interior Player Award--Selia Spitzley was the most impressive interior player. She ran the floor well rim to rim and moved well without the ball in the half court to get to the rim to get into situations to use her length to score smoothly off the break or cut. Spitzley also used her length and athleticism to be active defensively and on the boards. While likely more of a 3/4 as her HS years progress, Spitzley took great advantage of her paint touches to score with frequency for her team.
@carney_brinley (5'8" W, '29, Flat Rock HS)
Utility Player Award--Brinley Carney showed versatility in her scoring by hitting some 3s and short to mid-range pull ups as well as getting deep into the paint to score near the rim. She also shifted to the point to bring the ball up and initiate the offense at times.
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Hustle Team:
@Maddie_Boom (5'4" G, '29, Wayland HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Maddie Bumhoffer was a pesky defender on the ball and jumped passing lanes for steals. She did a great job of denying or jamming the outlet to force turnovers or slow down the fast break and dove all over the floor after loose balls. Offensively, she got the fast break going and made good decisions on the move to set up teammates.
@BrayleeTep (5'4" G, '29, Caledonia HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Brylee Tep did not take a single play off offensively or defensively. She transitioned from offense to defense rapidly to find and harass the opposing team's ball handler the length of the court. She also used her speed to push the ball up court quickly and put pressure on the opponent's transition defense. Tep is yet another young guard to keep an eye on in the Caledonia backcourt.
Heidi Carter (5'3" G, '28, Lakewood HS)
Heidi Carter showed good decision making in the pick-&-roll game and off the drive in 3-on-3 play, while also showing the ability to hit the 3. She shared the backcourt with 3 other PGs on her 5-on-5 team and played more off the ball in those games, but played scrappy defense and got after loose balls.
@Naomi_Chou_2029 (5'5" G, '29, Northville HS)
Naomi Chou was a solid, calming influence at the point as she set the offense. She was also aggressive defensively as she teamed with Tep, Carter, and/or Auger to put constant pressure on opposing guard tandems no matter which combo was in the game.
@SydneyHanes23 (5'3" G, '29, Lansing Catholic HS)
Sydney Hanes used her quickness to attack the paint offensively and get after opposing guards defensively. She is a crafty scorer off the dribble and can hit the 3 consistently. She had a breakout fr yr at Lansing Catholic and will once again be their engine as a sophomore.
@whipple_katieG (5'11" F, '29, Saranac HS)
Katie Whipple played physical inside and was aggressive on the boards. The officials were letting them play in the paint and Whipple used that to her advantage, posting physically, moving bodies, and battling for rebounds.
.
Newcomers to Note:
@Nadia__auger (5'2" G, '28, Troy HS)
Nadia Auger missed her sophomore year due to an ACL injury and is working her way back for a solid junior year. She played with poise at the point and showed flashes of scoring and aggressive defense that should just improve as she gets back into basketball mode.
@TaylaSmith25 (6'1" F, '29, Haslett HS)
Tayla Smith was one of the most intriguing athletes in the gym. As the tallest player at the event, she used her length to score inside, but also used her athleticism to outrun 3/4s in transition. She blocked shots defensively and was active on the boards. For a Haslett team that graduated 4 starters, Smith appears poised to step into a bigger role this season.
Maggie Moore (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Kennedy Haid (5'3" G, '29, Portland HS)
@GwenFullet (5'11" F, '30, Portland HS)
Portland was well-represented in their home gym with a number of stand-out performances. Like Selia Spitzley (see above), Maggie Moore and Gwen Fullet are long and athletic forwards that run the floor well, crash the boards, and make hustle plays. Kennedy Haid shot the ball well from the perimeter, was scrappy defensively, and handled the ball well when shifting to the point. The future is bright in Portland.
@Sarobbinsgirls (5'6" G, '30, Powers Catholic HS)
@TayThunberg23 (5'5" G, '30, Bay City Central HS)
A pair of up-and-coming players in the Saginaw Valley League, Sophie Robbins and Taylor Thunberg were 2 of the best 2030 guards at the event. Neither was flashy, but both played solid at both guard spots, fit in well with talented teammates around them, hit open shots, and had good court awareness to make good decisions and make the right play. As a coach's daughter, Thunberg appeared to embrace the lead guard role, looking to set up teammates as her first option. Meanwhile, I would anticipate Robbins to play more of an off-guard role, at least initially, at Powers.
... See the next post for the afternoon session awards. ...
@SCEaglesGB @athletics_tk @MHSRedhawks @ladyraidersbbal @ladyramsbb24 @WUGirlsHoops @calgirlsbball @Lakewood_AD @nvillehoops @LC_Girls_Hoops @SaranacGBB @TroyColtsGBB @HaslettGBB @pchs_bball @BayCityCentral
Picture 1: Alexis Walther (#73) & Taylor Tuinhoff (#72)
Picture 2: Brinley Carney (#80) & Taylor Lloyd (#2)
Picture 3: Ally Koenig (l) & Selia Spitzley (r)
Picture 4: Braylee Tep (#10) & Madison Bumhoffer (r)
Ray Kimball retweeted
Wrap up of the Headliners Invitational Showcase by Prepare to Win directed by @CoachEvanBell & @CoachRayKimball at Portland High School:
Both groups did a #MakeShots session with @coachmsoukup , some fast-paced 3-on-3 play, skill work run by junior college coaches and/or players, and entertaining 5-on-5 games.
For the high school age group in the morning, I selected an All-Showcase Team, a Hustle Team, and a Newcomers to Note group along with some individual awards. The 2nd post will have the All-Showcase Team and Honorable Mentions for the middle school age group in the afternoon.
All-Showcase Team:
@Alexis_Walther2 (5'7" G, '29, Schoolcraft HS)
MVP--Alexis Walther affected the 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 games in every aspect. She used her handles and court vision/awareness to set up teammates repeatedly whether on the break or off of penetration. She got to the rim and scored off the dribble and showed her silky smooth shot from mid-range to well beyond the arc. She was also aggressive defensively whether harassing ball handlers on the point or contesting shooters and containing drivers on the wing. Walther, who had an outstanding freshman year at Schoolcraft HS, had the most complete performance of the morning session.
@taytuinhoffCM (5'8" W, '29, Central Montcalm HS)
Sniper Award--Taylor Tuinhoff lit it up from beyond the arc all day long. She hit 4-for-5 from 3 in the 1st 5-on-5 game of the day and added at least 2 more in each of the other 2 games. Tuinhoff catches ready to shoot and does not seem to miss an open shot.
@Taylorlloyd_3 (5'4" G, '28, Thornapple Kellogg HS)
General Award--Taylor Lloyd showed the ability to score in multiple ways, but also did a great job of setting up the multitude of lengthy forwards on her team whether feeding the post or cutters from the perimeter, dishing off of penetration, or distributing to teammates running the court in transition.
@AllyKoenig3 (5'10" F, '28, Marshall HS)
Slasher Award--Ally Koenig was one of the most impressive players in 3-on-3 play, driving to the rim aggressively from the perimeter and getting to the rim off the cut or the roll. She finished well off the attack and was also aggressive on the boards for additional scoring opportunities.
@SeliaSpitzley (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Interior Player Award--Selia Spitzley was the most impressive interior player. She ran the floor well rim to rim and moved well without the ball in the half court to get to the rim to get into situations to use her length to score smoothly off the break or cut. Spitzley also used her length and athleticism to be active defensively and on the boards. While likely more of a 3/4 as her HS years progress, Spitzley took great advantage of her paint touches to score with frequency for her team.
@carney_brinley (5'8" W, '29, Flat Rock HS)
Utility Player Award--Brinley Carney showed versatility in her scoring by hitting some 3s and short to mid-range pull ups as well as getting deep into the paint to score near the rim. She also shifted to the point to bring the ball up and initiate the offense at times.
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Hustle Team:
@Maddie_Boom (5'4" G, '29, Wayland HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Maddie Bumhoffer was a pesky defender on the ball and jumped passing lanes for steals. She did a great job of denying or jamming the outlet to force turnovers or slow down the fast break and dove all over the floor after loose balls. Offensively, she got the fast break going and made good decisions on the move to set up teammates.
@BrayleeTep (5'4" G, '29, Caledonia HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Brylee Tep did not take a single play off offensively or defensively. She transitioned from offense to defense rapidly to find and harass the opposing team's ball handler the length of the court. She also used her speed to push the ball up court quickly and put pressure on the opponent's transition defense. Tep is yet another young guard to keep an eye on in the Caledonia backcourt.
Heidi Carter (5'3" G, '28, Lakewood HS)
Heidi Carter showed good decision making in the pick-&-roll game and off the drive in 3-on-3 play, while also showing the ability to hit the 3. She shared the backcourt with 3 other PGs on her 5-on-5 team and played more off the ball in those games, but played scrappy defense and got after loose balls.
@Naomi_Chou_2029 (5'5" G, '29, Northville HS)
Naomi Chou was a solid, calming influence at the point as she set the offense. She was also aggressive defensively as she teamed with Tep, Carter, and/or Auger to put constant pressure on opposing guard tandems no matter which combo was in the game.
@SydneyHanes23 (5'3" G, '29, Lansing Catholic HS)
Sydney Hanes used her quickness to attack the paint offensively and get after opposing guards defensively. She is a crafty scorer off the dribble and can hit the 3 consistently. She had a breakout fr yr at Lansing Catholic and will once again be their engine as a sophomore.
@whipple_katieG (5'11" F, '29, Saranac HS)
Katie Whipple played physical inside and was aggressive on the boards. The officials were letting them play in the paint and Whipple used that to her advantage, posting physically, moving bodies, and battling for rebounds.
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Newcomers to Note:
@Nadia__auger (5'2" G, '28, Troy HS)
Nadia Auger missed her sophomore year due to an ACL injury and is working her way back for a solid junior year. She played with poise at the point and showed flashes of scoring and aggressive defense that should just improve as she gets back into basketball mode.
@TaylaSmith25 (6'1" F, '29, Haslett HS)
Tayla Smith was one of the most intriguing athletes in the gym. As the tallest player at the event, she used her length to score inside, but also used her athleticism to outrun 3/4s in transition. She blocked shots defensively and was active on the boards. For a Haslett team that graduated 4 starters, Smith appears poised to step into a bigger role this season.
Maggie Moore (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Kennedy Haid (5'3" G, '29, Portland HS)
@GwenFullet (5'11" F, '30, Portland HS)
Portland was well-represented in their home gym with a number of stand-out performances. Like Selia Spitzley (see above), Maggie Moore and Gwen Fullet are long and athletic forwards that run the floor well, crash the boards, and make hustle plays. Kennedy Haid shot the ball well from the perimeter, was scrappy defensively, and handled the ball well when shifting to the point. The future is bright in Portland.
@Sarobbinsgirls (5'6" G, '30, Powers Catholic HS)
@TayThunberg23 (5'5" G, '30, Bay City Central HS)
A pair of up-and-coming players in the Saginaw Valley League, Sophie Robbins and Taylor Thunberg were 2 of the best 2030 guards at the event. Neither was flashy, but both played solid at both guard spots, fit in well with talented teammates around them, hit open shots, and had good court awareness to make good decisions and make the right play. As a coach's daughter, Thunberg appeared to embrace the lead guard role, looking to set up teammates as her first option. Meanwhile, I would anticipate Robbins to play more of an off-guard role, at least initially, at Powers.
... See the next post for the afternoon session awards. ...
@SCEaglesGB @athletics_tk @MHSRedhawks @ladyraidersbbal @ladyramsbb24 @WUGirlsHoops @calgirlsbball @Lakewood_AD @nvillehoops @LC_Girls_Hoops @SaranacGBB @TroyColtsGBB @HaslettGBB @pchs_bball @BayCityCentral
Picture 1: Alexis Walther (#73) & Taylor Tuinhoff (#72)
Picture 2: Brinley Carney (#80) & Taylor Lloyd (#2)
Picture 3: Ally Koenig (l) & Selia Spitzley (r)
Picture 4: Braylee Tep (#10) & Madison Bumhoffer (r)
Ray Kimball retweeted
Wrap up of the Headliners Invitational Showcase by Prepare to Win directed by @CoachEvanBell & @CoachRayKimball at Portland High School:
Both groups did a #MakeShots session with @coachmsoukup , some fast-paced 3-on-3 play, skill work run by junior college coaches and/or players, and entertaining 5-on-5 games.
For the high school age group in the morning, I selected an All-Showcase Team, a Hustle Team, and a Newcomers to Note group along with some individual awards. The 2nd post will have the All-Showcase Team and Honorable Mentions for the middle school age group in the afternoon.
All-Showcase Team:
@Alexis_Walther2 (5'7" G, '29, Schoolcraft HS)
MVP--Alexis Walther affected the 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 games in every aspect. She used her handles and court vision/awareness to set up teammates repeatedly whether on the break or off of penetration. She got to the rim and scored off the dribble and showed her silky smooth shot from mid-range to well beyond the arc. She was also aggressive defensively whether harassing ball handlers on the point or contesting shooters and containing drivers on the wing. Walther, who had an outstanding freshman year at Schoolcraft HS, had the most complete performance of the morning session.
@taytuinhoffCM (5'8" W, '29, Central Montcalm HS)
Sniper Award--Taylor Tuinhoff lit it up from beyond the arc all day long. She hit 4-for-5 from 3 in the 1st 5-on-5 game of the day and added at least 2 more in each of the other 2 games. Tuinhoff catches ready to shoot and does not seem to miss an open shot.
@Taylorlloyd_3 (5'4" G, '28, Thornapple Kellogg HS)
General Award--Taylor Lloyd showed the ability to score in multiple ways, but also did a great job of setting up the multitude of lengthy forwards on her team whether feeding the post or cutters from the perimeter, dishing off of penetration, or distributing to teammates running the court in transition.
@AllyKoenig3 (5'10" F, '28, Marshall HS)
Slasher Award--Ally Koenig was one of the most impressive players in 3-on-3 play, driving to the rim aggressively from the perimeter and getting to the rim off the cut or the roll. She finished well off the attack and was also aggressive on the boards for additional scoring opportunities.
@SeliaSpitzley (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Interior Player Award--Selia Spitzley was the most impressive interior player. She ran the floor well rim to rim and moved well without the ball in the half court to get to the rim to get into situations to use her length to score smoothly off the break or cut. Spitzley also used her length and athleticism to be active defensively and on the boards. While likely more of a 3/4 as her HS years progress, Spitzley took great advantage of her paint touches to score with frequency for her team.
@carney_brinley (5'8" W, '29, Flat Rock HS)
Utility Player Award--Brinley Carney showed versatility in her scoring by hitting some 3s and short to mid-range pull ups as well as getting deep into the paint to score near the rim. She also shifted to the point to bring the ball up and initiate the offense at times.
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Hustle Team:
@Maddie_Boom (5'4" G, '29, Wayland HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Maddie Bumhoffer was a pesky defender on the ball and jumped passing lanes for steals. She did a great job of denying or jamming the outlet to force turnovers or slow down the fast break and dove all over the floor after loose balls. Offensively, she got the fast break going and made good decisions on the move to set up teammates.
@BrayleeTep (5'4" G, '29, Caledonia HS)
Co-Miss Hustle--Brylee Tep did not take a single play off offensively or defensively. She transitioned from offense to defense rapidly to find and harass the opposing team's ball handler the length of the court. She also used her speed to push the ball up court quickly and put pressure on the opponent's transition defense. Tep is yet another young guard to keep an eye on in the Caledonia backcourt.
Heidi Carter (5'3" G, '28, Lakewood HS)
Heidi Carter showed good decision making in the pick-&-roll game and off the drive in 3-on-3 play, while also showing the ability to hit the 3. She shared the backcourt with 3 other PGs on her 5-on-5 team and played more off the ball in those games, but played scrappy defense and got after loose balls.
@Naomi_Chou_2029 (5'5" G, '29, Northville HS)
Naomi Chou was a solid, calming influence at the point as she set the offense. She was also aggressive defensively as she teamed with Tep, Carter, and/or Auger to put constant pressure on opposing guard tandems no matter which combo was in the game.
@SydneyHanes23 (5'3" G, '29, Lansing Catholic HS)
Sydney Hanes used her quickness to attack the paint offensively and get after opposing guards defensively. She is a crafty scorer off the dribble and can hit the 3 consistently. She had a breakout fr yr at Lansing Catholic and will once again be their engine as a sophomore.
@whipple_katieG (5'11" F, '29, Saranac HS)
Katie Whipple played physical inside and was aggressive on the boards. The officials were letting them play in the paint and Whipple used that to her advantage, posting physically, moving bodies, and battling for rebounds.
.
Newcomers to Note:
@Nadia__auger (5'2" G, '28, Troy HS)
Nadia Auger missed her sophomore year due to an ACL injury and is working her way back for a solid junior year. She played with poise at the point and showed flashes of scoring and aggressive defense that should just improve as she gets back into basketball mode.
@TaylaSmith25 (6'1" F, '29, Haslett HS)
Tayla Smith was one of the most intriguing athletes in the gym. As the tallest player at the event, she used her length to score inside, but also used her athleticism to outrun 3/4s in transition. She blocked shots defensively and was active on the boards. For a Haslett team that graduated 4 starters, Smith appears poised to step into a bigger role this season.
Maggie Moore (5'10" F, '29, Portland HS)
Kennedy Haid (5'3" G, '29, Portland HS)
@GwenFullet (5'11" F, '30, Portland HS)
Portland was well-represented in their home gym with a number of stand-out performances. Like Selia Spitzley (see above), Maggie Moore and Gwen Fullet are long and athletic forwards that run the floor well, crash the boards, and make hustle plays. Kennedy Haid shot the ball well from the perimeter, was scrappy defensively, and handled the ball well when shifting to the point. The future is bright in Portland.
@Sarobbinsgirls (5'6" G, '30, Powers Catholic HS)
@TayThunberg23 (5'5" G, '30, Bay City Central HS)
A pair of up-and-coming players in the Saginaw Valley League, Sophie Robbins and Taylor Thunberg were 2 of the best 2030 guards at the event. Neither was flashy, but both played solid at both guard spots, fit in well with talented teammates around them, hit open shots, and had good court awareness to make good decisions and make the right play. As a coach's daughter, Thunberg appeared to embrace the lead guard role, looking to set up teammates as her first option. Meanwhile, I would anticipate Robbins to play more of an off-guard role, at least initially, at Powers.
... See the next post for the afternoon session awards. ...
@SCEaglesGB @athletics_tk @MHSRedhawks @ladyraidersbbal @ladyramsbb24 @WUGirlsHoops @calgirlsbball @Lakewood_AD @nvillehoops @LC_Girls_Hoops @SaranacGBB @TroyColtsGBB @HaslettGBB @pchs_bball @BayCityCentral
Picture 1: Alexis Walther (#73) & Taylor Tuinhoff (#72)
Picture 2: Brinley Carney (#80) & Taylor Lloyd (#2)
Picture 3: Ally Koenig (l) & Selia Spitzley (r)
Picture 4: Braylee Tep (#10) & Madison Bumhoffer (r)