More than just Hopkins: Ten girls' basketball preseason metro players to watch

December 5, 2019 at 2:53AM
Eastview guard Cassidy Carson (25) collided with Lakeville North guard Lauren Jensen (15) in the second half, resulting in a foul call against Carson. ] AARON LAVINSKY • aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com Lakeville North played Eastview in a Class 4A semifinal game on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn.
Eastview guard Cassidy Carson (25) collided with Lakeville North guard Lauren Jensen (15) in the second half, resulting in a foul call against Carson. ] AARON LAVINSKY • aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com Lakeville North played Eastview in a Class 4A semifinal game on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Other Top-flight players in the state (college plans undecided unless noted)

Mara Braun, Wayzata, G, 5-11, soph.: Well-rounded guard with speed and athleticism.

Kendall Coley, St. Louis Park, G, 6-2, junior: Versatile player with plenty of length.

Sophie Hart, Farmington, C, 6-4, junior: Game changer on defensive end of the floor.

Mallory Heyer, Chaska, F, 6-1, soph.: Can run the floor and provide inside presence.

Lauren Jensen, Lakeville North, G, 5-10, senior: Terrific ability to score in a variety of ways. College: Iowa

Jenna Johnson, Wayzata, F, 6-2, junior: Coming off breakout season of a year ago.

Mackenzie Kramer, St. Michael-Albertville, G, 5-10, senior: Can score as well as find open teammates. College: Lehigh

Adalia McKenzie, Park Center, G, 5-10, junior: Relentless competitor who utilizes athleticism.

Molly Mogensen, Farmington, G, 5-7, senior: Five-year starter will do what it takes to win. College: Creighton

Alexis Pratt, Stillwater, G, 5-5, junior: Uses outstanding speed to get to the basket.

RON HAGGSTROM

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