BALTIMORE, Md. – The 2012 Beast of the East Tournament brought together 28 high school teams from five states to play in a mixer tournament. Many of the top prospects from the Mid-Atlantic region took the opportunity to showcase their talents for fans, college coaches and scouts. Despite a couple of lopsided contests, there were several noteworthy performances that deserve recognition.
Boogie Brozoski (Long Island Lutheran – Brookville, N.Y.) – In two games the sophomore guard from Queens put up 50 points, including seven 3-pointers. Once Brozoski got into her shooting rhythm she was nearly impossible to stop. Defensively she was just as good racking up several live-ball turnovers that were converted into transition baskets. After her performance this weekend, Boogie is a name that basketball fans in the Charm City will be talking about for a while.
Tyshell King (St. Frances Academy – Baltimore, Md.) – Three months to the day after losing her father, the Georgetown signee put on an inspiring 30-point performance against city rival Milford Mill Academy. King’s offense skills are college ready and she was able to score with ease, especially from beyond the arc. She has stepped up as the vocal and emotional leader of a young team, which a testament to her strength and resolve.
Amari Carter (St. John’s College HS – Washington, DC) – Carter showed why she needs to be mentioned among the top wing guards in the 2015 class. The lefty has an ultra-quick first step in getting to the basket and can score at will. Along with her offensive skill, Carter’s length and lateral speed make her just as tough defensively.
Brianna Fraser (South Shore, Brooklyn, N.Y.) – This 6-3 post player has started to fill out and get stronger. Fraser can control the paint on defense as demonstrated by seven blocked shots against St. John’s. Her post footwork is balanced and she showed a few counter moves that she can consistently score with when double-teamed.
Quick Hitters
2013
Lindsay Allen (5-8 – St. John’s College HS – Washington, DC) –Looking to score more from the opening tip…Continues to play at an All-American level…Bound for Notre Dame
Janee Brown (5-6 – Academy of the Holy Cross – Kensington, Md.) – Coming into her own as a lead guard…Playing with focus and energy….Signed with Robert Morris.
Amada Fioravanti (6-1 – Our Lady of Good Counsel – Olney, Md.) – One the best passing post players in the high school game….Signed with the University of Virginia.
A’lexus Harrison (6-0 – Digital Harbor – Baltimore, Md.) – Improved ball handling combines with the ability to play above the rim…Will make her a welcome addition to the University of Maryland.
Breyana Mason (5-9 – Forest Park – Woodbridge, Va.) – University of Virginia signee…Had the clutch performance of the tournament while leading her team back from a 12 point deficit.
Maya Singleton (6-0 – Riverdale Baptist – Upper Marlboro, Md.) – Back in a Riverdale uniform for her senior season… Strong, powerful and a force on the boards…Marshall signee .
Cydney Smith (6-3 – St. Mary’s Ryken – Leonardtown, Md.) – Unsigned center…Great touch around the basket…Has nice counter moves with her back to the basket.
Marissa Somerville (5-8 – St. Mary’s Ryken – Leonardtown, Md.) – Unsigned shooting guard…A lefty with a smooth release and range.
2014
Pere’ Alexander (5-10 – Alexander St. Frances, Baltimore, Md.) – Big guard who handles the ball…Rebounds well from her position.
Auteaonna Gilmore (5-8), Chloe Jackson (5-9), Chania Ray (5-8) –Riverdale Baptist (Marloboro, Md.) – This trio of junior guards anchors the Crusader’s pressure defense. Individually, they are standout players, as a unit they feed off each other’s energy and play in attack mode the length of the game.
Deja Carroll (5-6 – Digital Harbor, Baltimore, Md.) – Confident 3-point shooter…Quick catch and release.
Michelle Fitzgerald (5-11 – M.A.T.H.S. – Baltimore, Md.) – Lefty wing with a college frame…Active on the boards…Can score off the dribble.
Alexandra Lustig (5-9 – Academy of the Holy Cross, Kensington, Md.) – Solid and consistent long-range shooter.
2015
Bianca Boggs (5-9 – St. Mary’s Ryken – Leonardtown, Md.) – Quick shifty guard with a smooth floater…Active on ball defender.
Aubree Brown (6-0 – Archbishop Wood – Penn.) – Handles ball well for her size…Solid frame
Taylor Byrne (6-1 – Long Island Lutheran – Brookville, Md.) – Hustle player…Works hard and finds ways to stay involved in the game.
Nicole Enabosi (6-1 – Our Lady of Good Counsel, Olney, Md.) – Athletic forward who can score inside but also defend on the perimeter.
Danielle Edwards (5-6 – McDonogh – Owings Mill, Md.) – Standout on ball defender…Strong and fundamentally sound point guard.
Raven Fox (5-9 – Elizabeth Seton – Bladensburg, Md.) – Nice size and skill as a combo guard…Can handle the basketball and score off the bounce.
Briana Hardee (5-10 – St. Mary’s Ryken – Leonardtown, Md.) – Very versatile player…Has improved her lateral quickness….Can score and defend from the wing.
Margaret Ann Hubbell (5-10 – Germantown Academy – Germantown, Penn.) – Shot the ball well, especially from mid-range.
Dionna White (5-9 – Milford Mill Academy – Baltimore, Md.) – High-energy player with the ability to score in bunches.
2016
Jaia Alexander (5-9 – Roland Park Country Day, Baltimore, Md.) – Great court vision and passing ability…Strong physique that helps her score while closely defended.
Savannah Buchanan (5-9 – McDonogh – Baltimore, Md.) – Wing/guard with a strong build…Nice upside.
Ryan Holder (5-9 – Roland Park Country Day, Baltimore, Md.) – Wing/guard with a smooth pull up jumper…Can slash to the basket.
Kierra Jackson (6-0 – St. Frances Academy, Baltimore, Md.) – Can turn and face from the high post…Very court aware.
Kayla Robbins (6-0 – St. John’s College, Washington, DC) – Ultra-athletic and explosive wing forward that can hit from long range. Tons of potential and ability; has a chance to be special.
Sydney Zambrotta (5-8 – St. John the Baptist, West Islip, N.Y.) – Lefty combo guard who can attack with either hand…Can also shoot from way beyond the 3-point line.
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