June recruiting thread

[HuskyNan]

This is a UConn ONLY thread.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

2024 POI Gwendyln McGrew has torn her ACL and meniscus.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

 

[Mdoggie]

I think she’s got it! Interesting.

 

[Mdoggie]

@Sluconn Husky do you know if any UConn coaches are following Chloe Kitts on any social media platform or have UConn coaches contacted or watch Kitts in person?

 

[Sluconn Husky]

@Sluconn Husky do you know if any UConn coaches are following Chloe Kitts on any social media platform or have UConn coaches contacted or watch Kitts in person?

CD started following Kitts a while back, but I don't know where UConn stands with her at all. Kitts' recruitment has been completely buttoned up except for the Louisville visit.

 

[MooseJaw]

Sluconn, I know it's a highlight video and her shots went it as most such videos of POI's, what impressed me the most was her pace. She seemed to be a step or 2 faster and quicker than anyone else on the floor. It will be interesting to see how her game develops. Again, thanks for your hard work and dedication.

 

[Mdoggie]

CD started following Kitts a while back, but I don't know where UConn stands with her at all. Kitts' recruitment has been completely buttoned up except for the Louisville visit.

Thanks. I really like Kitts game however I refuse to become invested in any recruit after the devastation whats her name caused me. JK.

 

[donalddoowop]

Thanks. I really like Kitts game however I refuse to become invested in any recruit after the devastation whats her name caused me. JK.

That was your fault. You know you should never go all out on an uncommitted recruit. It is an invitation to a major disappointment. I'm hoping for Kitts, but I won't get my hopes up.

 

[Mdoggie]

That was your fault. You know you should never go all out on an uncommitted recruit. It is an invitation to a major disappointment. I'm hoping for Kitts, but I won't get my hopes up.

Lesson learned old wise one.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Brandon Clay working with Sarah Strong ('24):

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Sluconn, I know it's a highlight video and her shots went it as most such videos of POI's, what impressed me the most was her pace. She seemed to be a step or 2 faster and quicker than anyone else on the floor. It will be interesting to see how her game develops. Again, thanks for your hard work and dedication.

Yeah, I like Fiso a lot. I have the same question about her as I do so many other elite PG's UConn has shown interest in for the '24 class: How does that work with KK Arnold coming the year before?

 

[Sluconn Husky]

 

[BobbyJ]

Yeah, I like Fiso a lot. I have the same question about her as I do so many other elite PG's UConn has shown interest in for the '24 class: How does that work with KK Arnold coming the year before?

I agree, I don't see it working out with the top pure PGs. But of course they have to take a shot in case of an injury or a C.Collier situation comes up with Arnold. Their best route may wind up to be getting the best combo guard they can to cover themselves.

 

[Mdoggie]

My part time gig finds me at Sierra Canyon HS once or twice a week. I’m on campus today and asked about their 2 female star basketball players Watkins and Randolph. I was told they will be staying local for college. Info received from a male player in the HS program, another student so nothing confirmed.

 

[UConnCat]

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Heiden's jumper is smooth, looks quite a bit like Shade's.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Speaking of Ashlynn Shade, she was in action yesterday for the Indiana Junior all-stars. Shade had 9 points, 12 rebounds, and 4 assists. UConn POI Laila Hull had 5 points on 1-8 shooting, and 7 rebounds.



A recap and some highlights below. Shade is #12 in blue.

 

[Bone Dog]

Heiden's jumper is smooth, looks quite a bit like Shade's.

What I notice about Shade’s shot is that she’s a leaper. When you watch her games, her athleticism really stands out, especially how strong her legs are. On a jumper, she gets high enough that she doesn’t have to release the ball at the top. Her shooting motion is independent of her jumping motion. This is true of Paige and Azzi, too. But they’re not quite leapers on the scale Shade is. So many of the kids in high school need the momentum of the jump to propel their shot.

 

[Cuango]

Brandon Clay working with Sarah Strong ('24):

Please, please, please, please!!!!

 

[Charliebball]

Very interesting to say the least. Walk-on maybe, that's of course if this is just a prank. Something off here.

seems more like wishful thinking.......

 

[Carnac]

I had not seen this video before, enjoyed it. Every boneyarder needs to watch this to understand that there is a method to Geno’s madness. Coaching this team is not easy. Thanks for posting Coco.

 

[Carnac]

That was your fault. You know you should never go all out on an uncommitted recruit. It is an invitation to a major disappointment. I'm hoping for Kitts, but I won't get my hopes up.

Agreed. It’s a heck of a feeling when you’re way out there on a “shaky” branch hoping (praying) that a recruit comes to UConn only to see her commit to another elite program, and leave you hanging and wanting.

When that branch snaps, and you’re in free fall. It’s not a good feeling. Aliyah Boston sawed off the branch I was standing on. I learned my lesson.

 

[Mdoggie]

Agreed. It’s a heck of a feeling when you’re way out there on a “shaky” branch hoping (praying) that a recruit comes to UConn only to see her commit to another elite program, and leave you hanging and wanting.

When that branch snaps, and you’re in free fall. It’s not a good feeling. Aliyah Boston sawed off the branch I was standing on. I learned my lesson. Iñ

I feel ya.

 

[HuskyNan]

What I notice about Shade’s shot is that she’s a leaper. When you watch her games, her athleticism really stands out, especially how strong her legs are. On a jumper, she gets high enough that she doesn’t have to release the ball at the top. Her shooting motion is independent of her jumping motion. This is true of Paige and Azzi, too. But they’re not quite leapers on the scale Shade is. So many of the kids in high school need the momentum of the jump to propel their shot.

I saw her set a screen and outjump everyone for a rebound. Too many kids think being a good player is all about scoring but Ashlynn seems to have bought into the idea of being a complete player.

 

[Sluconn Husky]

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Geno on hand:

 

[Sluconn Husky]

Late April AAU recap:

Aniya Foy Guard 2025 Cy Fair Elite 16U

Foy has a smooth jump shot and knows how to use her handle and aggressive mentality to find and create her shot. When she wasn’t draining the jumper from deep, she was attacking and finishing in the lane, another one of Cy Fairs tough-tough 25’s.


Kayleigh Heckel Guard 2024 Exodus 16s

Kayleigh was ‘tough” all weekend. She has an unbelievable feel for the game and an ability to make big-time plays off the bounce for her or her teammates. Kayleigh stood out in multiple games as one of if not the top players on the floor with her intensity and skill level, Kayleigh Heckel is nice!!



Kennedy Umeh Center 2024 Philly Rise 16U

Kennedy is a very physical and strong presence in the paint with a great frame and good footwork. She did a great job scoring and attacking the paint aggressively and was equally as physical and dominant on D. Showed great skill foot speed and ability to also cover the perimeter on switches. Big time weekend for Umeh.

LBI Event Recap: Boo Williams Invitational (Hampton, VA)

Hampton, VA: Whenever the EYBL teams all get together it brings out the best in all the girls and I had the pleasure of checking out a number of rising stars this weekend, here are a few that stood out!!! Kayl Petersen Guard 2024 Wisconsin Flight Elite 16U Kayl was one of the top 16U I watche

www.lbinsider.com

 

[hard2please]

heckel with her intensity is always on her game... no heckel and jyde here

 

[Cuango]

I’d like to place my order for Ava Heiden right now! She looks like a keeper already! I’m pretty excited to see what she is going to look like after two more years of growth and improvement!