HOOPS ELITE MAGAZINE
Ryan Holder (5’10”-Combo Guard), Roland Park Country(Class of 2016)
Ryan is a tremendous athlete who can run and jump with anyone. Although she is slight in frame her length and toughness combined with a
quick first step makes her a threat to score at any point on the court. Her
ability to slash to the basket and finish with either hand is also bolstered
by her ability to consistently hit the 15’-to-17’ perimeter jump shot along
with hitting the 3 when needed.Ryan can be a lead guard or an off guard.
One of her attributes may be her leadership ability which is paramount for
a lead guard. Her ability to organize her peers and hold them accountable
is very valuable to the team.
Received offers from: Hofstra, Manhattan, Belmont Abbey, Bucknell and UMass
Interest from: UNC-Charolett, James Madison, Richmond, Liberty, University of Virginia, Missouri U, George Mason, Rider, Duquesne and American U
Keirra Jackson (5’11”- Guard/Forward), Milford Mill HS(Class of 2016)
A very athletic and versatile forward that can not only bang on the boards
with bigger players with her jumping ability but her length and athleticism gives her the ability to direct smaller shifty guards into trap areas.
That same length and athleticism along with willingness to battle bigger
players makes her a tremendous rebounder on the offensive and defensive boards. Before last spring, Kierra had played primarily in the post. But,
by the end of the summer she has developed her ball skills to allow her
to play on the perimeter which usually creates an immediate mismatch
with traditional post players. Her ability to use the dribble to get into the
lane gives her consistent options to either finish at the rim or pull-up for
a short jump shot. Kierra can finish with both hands and has a very good
mid range game.
Being recruited by: Hofstra U, Rider U, Hampton U, George Mason,
Duquesne U
Nkeiruka Okororie (6’0” - Forward), Baltimore City College HS
(Class of 2016)
Make no mistake this young lady is a warrior. She plays every possession
as if it was her last and expects to get each rebound which comes off the
board. Last summer her offensive skills amounted to an aggressive drop
step from the low box. This winter she has added a soft 7-10’ turnaround
jump shot along with a 10-15’ jump shot off of pick-n-roll action. She has
also developed the ability to hit the 3 ball which has made her a more
versatile player. At 6’0” tall she may be undersized for a forward but her
strong body along with her aggressiveness and ability to rebound makes
her a must see.
Schools that have shown interest: Rider University, High Point, Columbia University, Penn U, Duquesne U. and Hofstra
Adrienne Jones (5’9” Combo Guard), MATHS HS(Class of 2016)
A long combo guard who has an innate ability to slash through the lane
and get to the rim. Her ability to cut off defenders once she has beaten
them shows a very high basketball IQ and forces defenders to help on her
drives. Very quick and fast with a solid range from the perimeter adds to
her offensive acumen. She has improved her ability to attack the rim with
her weak hand.
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