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Saw that last night on YouTube and it really excites me. She seems to be a similar player as Ice, but a bruiser down low as she has shown would be an asset for any team now-a-days. I think she should be our #1 priority, and Kate Kovel should be not far behind. We need one of these players, but if they both want to come, I'm sure Geno would make room.
 
The debate is on, Strong, Kovel or someone else perhaps a dark horse. Time to step up. Who is your number one priority, who do want more than any other big to wear the UCONN colors?
 
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I'd say umm Strong.
On second thought..Kovel.
Nope nope..it's Strong!
No wait...no it's Kovel for sure
But Sarah looks so strong
But Kovel looks lean, long and athletic, decisions decisions..
I'll say.........STRONG final answer. For sure! I guess.
 
Dogstar said:
I'd say umm Strong.
On second thought..Kovel.
Nope nope..it's Strong!
No wait...no it's Kovel for sure
But Sarah looks so strong
But Kovel looks lean, long and athletic, decisions decisions..
I'll say.........STRONG final answer. For sure! I guess.
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Strong and Koval are different type of post players IMO

And the obvious, Strong is 6'2/ 6'3 (physically more imposing) and Koval is 6'5 (much more long and lengthy)
 
Sluconn Husky said:
One of the last two cut was Joyce Edwards.

That makes these the UConn POI on the U16 team:

Dee Alexander
Jacy Abii
Kelsi Andrews
Addison Bjorn
Jayla Jackson
Trinity Jones
Jerzey Robinson


Likely POI Woliczko as well.
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The last two cuts were Oliviah Edwards and Maddyn Greenway. Oliviah Edwards was a unanimous choice, having been selected by Shane Laflin and Jason Key in their top 12, and Mike Flynn placing her among the top 4 players in the draft.
Shane Laflin vs Jason Key - Team USA U16 Roster 2023.png
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Sluconn Husky said:
One of the last two cut was Joyce Edwards.

That makes these the UConn POI on the U16 team:

Dee Alexander
Jacy Abii
Kelsi Andrews
Addison Bjorn
Jayla Jackson
Trinity Jones
Jerzey Robinson


Likely POI Woliczko as well.
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Have the U16 team members listen to Dorka's Post Game conference after
the Lynx win this weekend over the MYSTICS. Not to member Sheryl
Reeves' ++ comments about Dorka. Good recruiting stuff, as mentioned
by other Boneyarders. See Thead about Dorka.
 
Sluconn Husky said:
One of the last two cut was Joyce Edwards.

That makes these the UConn POI on the U16 team:

Dee Alexander
Jacy Abii
Kelsi Andrews
Addison Bjorn
Jayla Jackson
Trinity Jones
Jerzey Robinson


Likely POI Woliczko as well.
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Bring forth the youth and let them journey to the promised land ... Storrs, CT. Peace will fall upon the land and Geno will look out over the land and say: "This is good, real good!"
 
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SECbbfan24 said:
Strong and Koval are different type of post players IMO

And the obvious, Strong is 6'2/ 6'3 (physically more imposing) and Koval is 6'5 (much more long and lengthy)
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Exactly, one is a 4 and the other is a 5. The choice is more Strong vs. Carlton, and Koval vs. Tac. The only way it should be considered either or between Strong and Koval should be if those players view it that way, or because of the limited roster spots.

It is hard for me to imagine getting more than 4 recruits for 2024 given how many players we have now, and the uncertainty regarding how many players return for a potential 5th year. I suspect we hope to get two bigs, Strong and Koval and if we do, we probably don't have room for another guard like Berry or Heckel, but if we strike out on the bigs we might add one of those and look to the portal next year for a big or the 2025 class.
 
oldhuskie said:
It is hard for me to imagine getting more than 4 recruits for 2024 given how many players we have now, and the uncertainty regarding how many players return for a potential 5th year.
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Even 3 seems like a lot given the uncertainties.
 
A reminder this thread is for UConn recruiting only. Please start a separate thread for other topics
 
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oldhuskie said:
Exactly, one is a 4 and the other is a 5. The choice is more Strong vs. Carlton, and Koval vs. Tac. The only way it should be considered either or between Strong and Koval should be if those players view it that way, or because of the limited roster spots.

It is hard for me to imagine getting more than 4 recruits for 2024 given how many players we have now, and the uncertainty regarding how many players return for a potential 5th year. I suspect we hope to get two bigs, Strong and Koval and if we do, we probably don't have room for another guard like Berry or Heckel, but if we strike out on the bigs we might add one of those and look to the portal next year for a big or the 2025 class.
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I think that 5th year players taking their COVID year are not counted against the 15 scholarship limit. I think SCar had a 16 player roster last season. This years seniors are the last class of the COVID era.
 
Alydar said:
I think that 5th year players taking their COVID year are not counted against the 15 scholarship limit. I think SCar had a 16 player roster last season. This years seniors are the last class of the COVID era.
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There was an exception one year. May have been last year or the year before but it counts now
 
erynlei4 said:

2026 SportsCenter NEXT 100 - ESPN

Get the inside scoop on the top ranked high school girls' basketball players. In-depth player briefings, film and more on ESPNHS.com.
www.espn.com www.espn.com

HoopGurlz rankings have been updated to Top 100.

Allie Ziebell moves up to 4 and Morgan Cheli moves up to 15
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They've moved Joyce Edwards to #1, Sarah Strong to #2, and Jaloni Cambridge down to 3rd.

For '25, Brynn McGaughey and Emilee Skinner debut at 15 and 21.
 
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darrell said:
www.espn.com

Analysis: New high school girls' basketball player rankings

Summer has arrived, and already we have a new No. 1 high school girls' basketball player for the expanded 2024 class, plus a look at 2025, 2026 and beyond.
www.espn.com www.espn.com
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The battle for No. 1 is looking like it is going to come down to Edwards, who resides in South Carolina, and Sarah Strong of North Carolina. Strong has every opportunity to compete for that consideration as her team embarks on a challenging summer schedule and beyond.
 
More from ESPN's update:


Brynn McGaughy

McGaughy's recruitment has blown up over the spring. Mentions of her play started to gain steam during the high school season in mostly regional circles. However, film of her ability caught fire in the spring, and there has been no looking back.

The 6-2 forward is comfortable all over the floor. The combination of her strong frame, overall skill, power and jumping ability make her a rare find. She can handle the ball and will surprise you with her right-to-left shake to create space. She is a knock-down 3-point shooter and at the latest Adidas 3SSB stop in May, averaged 16.3 points and shot 50% from 3. She really rises to finish and has a high release on her shot, allowing her to get it off against size and quality defenders. She made a couple plays to finish lob passes out of a backdoor play her team runs that had the whole gym reacting in awe. McGaughy storms in at No. 15 in the national 2025 class.


Emilee Skinner

Skinner is a leader and a point guard, and she carries herself as such. She brings a seriousness and maturity to the court. Skinner is gritty and tough and plays to win -- evidenced by her focus and intensity on both ends of the floor. She is in attack mode with the ball in her hands, creates shots for others and ignites the offense better than most in the class. As a 6-foot true point guard, her skills are valuable and her size and length add even more value. She debuts at No. 21.


Oliviyah Edwards

Edwards created a buzz from the jump during the trials. She glides up and down the court. One minute she is ferociously ripping down a rebound and in the next she is knocking down a corner 3 with a sweet, simple stroke. She finishes well with both hands around the rim and elevates with the best of them. She has a very high ceiling in terms of her potential.


Trinity Jones

Jones, who was selected for the U16 USAB team, gets up and down the court as fast as anyone in the country in any class. In terms of speed, explosiveness and jumping ability, she truly is elite. First getting on our radar at the end of last summer, she has worked hard and refined her skills. She is hitting 3-point shots, knocking down pull-up jumpers and finishing up near the rim with either hand and a variety of footwork. Defensively, she is a terror in passing lanes and blocks shots with authority, sometimes surprising opponents with how quick she rotates and leaps to get a hand on the ball. The potential here is huge.



Addison Bjorn

Bjorn, who also was named to the U16 USAB squad, is the total package. She is super skilled and confident on the floor. She has superb ballhandling skills and can really stretch the floor with her shooting. She does a great job with her footwork on finishes and knows when to utilize the euro-step or get on two feet. She is lengthy and bouncy, so she is rim level as she finishes layups. Among the more outstanding parts of her game is her floor vision -- she passes with an entertaining flair at times.


Sydney Douglas

Douglas is the 6-5 middle schooler who has everyone talking. Do not just chalk that up to her height, however. She plays with a high level of skill and footwork. She is patient in her post touches and methodical as she makes moves. She is comfortable away from the rim but knows her money is made in the paint right now -- which is very impressive. She has some major potential.
 
Sluconn Husky said:
More from ESPN's update:


Brynn McGaughy

McGaughy's recruitment has blown up over the spring. Mentions of her play started to gain steam during the high school season in mostly regional circles. However, film of her ability caught fire in the spring, and there has been no looking back.

The 6-2 forward is comfortable all over the floor. The combination of her strong frame, overall skill, power and jumping ability make her a rare find. She can handle the ball and will surprise you with her right-to-left shake to create space. She is a knock-down 3-point shooter and at the latest Adidas 3SSB stop in May, averaged 16.3 points and shot 50% from 3. She really rises to finish and has a high release on her shot, allowing her to get it off against size and quality defenders. She made a couple plays to finish lob passes out of a backdoor play her team runs that had the whole gym reacting in awe. McGaughy storms in at No. 15 in the national 2025 class.


Emilee Skinner

Skinner is a leader and a point guard, and she carries herself as such. She brings a seriousness and maturity to the court. Skinner is gritty and tough and plays to win -- evidenced by her focus and intensity on both ends of the floor. She is in attack mode with the ball in her hands, creates shots for others and ignites the offense better than most in the class. As a 6-foot true point guard, her skills are valuable and her size and length add even more value. She debuts at No. 21.


Oliviyah Edwards

Edwards created a buzz from the jump during the trials. She glides up and down the court. One minute she is ferociously ripping down a rebound and in the next she is knocking down a corner 3 with a sweet, simple stroke. She finishes well with both hands around the rim and elevates with the best of them. She has a very high ceiling in terms of her potential.


Trinity Jones

Jones, who was selected for the U16 USAB team, gets up and down the court as fast as anyone in the country in any class. In terms of speed, explosiveness and jumping ability, she truly is elite. First getting on our radar at the end of last summer, she has worked hard and refined her skills. She is hitting 3-point shots, knocking down pull-up jumpers and finishing up near the rim with either hand and a variety of footwork. Defensively, she is a terror in passing lanes and blocks shots with authority, sometimes surprising opponents with how quick she rotates and leaps to get a hand on the ball. The potential here is huge.



Addison Bjorn

Bjorn, who also was named to the U16 USAB squad, is the total package. She is super skilled and confident on the floor. She has superb ballhandling skills and can really stretch the floor with her shooting. She does a great job with her footwork on finishes and knows when to utilize the euro-step or get on two feet. She is lengthy and bouncy, so she is rim level as she finishes layups. Among the more outstanding parts of her game is her floor vision -- she passes with an entertaining flair at times.


Sydney Douglas

Douglas is the 6-5 middle schooler who has everyone talking. Do not just chalk that up to her height, however. She plays with a high level of skill and footwork. She is patient in her post touches and methodical as she makes moves. She is comfortable away from the rim but knows her money is made in the paint right now -- which is very impressive. She has some major potential.
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I'd take McGaughy and Skinner right now along with the 6-5 Layla Hays from Alaska and call it a day. That might only leave room for Robinson and the Big O in '26. Is that asking for too much?
 
erynlei4 said:

2026 SportsCenter NEXT 100 - ESPN

Get the inside scoop on the top ranked high school girls' basketball players. In-depth player briefings, film and more on ESPNHS.com.
www.espn.com www.espn.com

HoopGurlz rankings have been updated to Top 100.

Allie Ziebell moves up to 4 and Morgan Cheli moves up to 15
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Nice going UCONN! Now on to S.S. and K.K. (also known as Sarah Strong and Kate Koval)!!
 
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