2015 All-American Girls Team Bios

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MEET THE EAST TEAM

KRISTINE ANIGWE


Height: 6-3 | Position: Forward | Desert Vista H.S.
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ | College: California

Angiwe is a one of the most powerful post players in her class. She has a very athletic build and an impressive wingspan. Her great hands and ability to run the floor allow her to make easy baskets in the paint. She is an excellent rebounder both offensively and defensively. Anigwe has committed to the University of California.

KALANI BROWN


Height: 6-5 | Position: Center | Salmen H.S.
Hometown: Slidell, LA | College: Baylor

Brown is a formidable low post player with superb footwork who consistently finishes in the paint with either hand. She has a knack for blocking shots because of her excellent timing. She was named Louisiana Gatorade Player of the year in 2014. Brown has committed to Baylor University.

NAPHEESA COLLIER


Height: 6-1 | Position: Forward | Incarnate Word Academy
Hometown: St. Louis, MO | College: UConn

Standing at 6-1, Collier is one of the top wing players in the country. She has the length, wingspan and ability to beat her defender off the dribble or knock down the jump shot. Her active hands on defense often result in steals and fast break layups. Collier has committed to the University of Connecticut.

ASIA DURR


Height: 5-10 | Position: Guard | St. Pius X Catholic H.S.
Hometown: Douglasville, GA | College: Louisville

A left-handed point guard with great poise, Durr has a smooth pull-up jumper and floater that she uses inside the paint. At 5-10, she can play multiple guard positions making her a challenge to defend. Durr was a member of the 2014 USA Women’s Basketball U17 National Team. Durr has committed to the University of Louisville.

BRIANNA FRASER


Height: 6-3 | Position: Forward | South Shore Collegiate H.S.
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY | College: Maryland

Fraser is a very athletic and versatile forward with an explosive interior game. She has a quick first step and likes to finish with contact around the basket. She is very active on the glass and amongst the most athletic front court prospects in the nation. Fraser has committed to the University of Maryland.

ASHLEY HEARN


Height: 6-3 | Position: Forward | Sachse H.S.
Hometown: Rowlett, TX | College: UCLA

Hearn is a very adaptable player that can post up and also take a defender outside the paint to knock down the 12-footer. She runs the floor with good speed and has great hands, which allows her to finish consistently around the basket. On the defensive end, she is an excellent rebounder and shot blocker. Hearn has committed to University of California, Los Angeles.

LASHANN HIGGS


Height: 5-9 | Position: Guard | Cedar Ridge H.S
Hometown: Round Rock, TX | College: Texas

Higgs is an extremely athletic combo-guard that handles the ball well in transition. She does a great job of reading the defense and passes with a purpose. She is fearless when attacking the rim and has excellent body control when finishing in the paint. Higgs has committed to the University of Texas.

BRIANNA JONES


Height: 5-9 | Position: Guard | North Babylon H.S.
Hometown: North Babylon, NY | College: Louisville

Jones is a strong, athletic off guard with great handles and passing ability. She can create off the dribble, often by getting into the lane and breaking down the defense. She has good versatility in the backcourt and is able to play multiple guard positions because of her size. Jones has committed to the University of Louisville.

MARINA MABREY


Height: 5-10 | Position: Guard | Manasquan H.S.
Hometown: Point Pleasant Beach, NJ | College: Notre Dame

Competitive and aggressive, Mabrey is a multi-skilled guard who can put the ball on the floor to attack the rim or spot up for a three-point shot. Not only offensive minded, she gets after it on the defensive side of things and plays with great intensity. Mabrey has committed to the University of Notre Dame.

TENIYA PAGE


Height: 5-7 | Position: Guard | Marian Catholic H.S.
Hometown: Chicago Heights, IL | College: Penn State

Page is a slasher and that can be unstoppable when she gets into the paint. She has great end-to-end speed and her sheer athleticism makes her a standout on the court. She has a terrific ability to finish around the rim, but also has great court vision for finding her teammates. Page has committed to Pennsylvania State University.

ALI PATBERG


Height: 5-11 | Position: Guard | Columbus North H.S.
Hometown: Columbus, IN | College: Notre Dame

A very skilled offensive player, Patberg is capable of scoring in a variety of ways. She loves to attack the paint and create contact around the basket, but also has a smooth jump shot and a consistent three-point stroke. She is an intense competitor on both ends of the court. Patberg has committed to University of Notre Dame.

STEPHANIE WATTS


Height: 5-9 | Position: Guard | Weddington H.S. 
Hometown: Wesley Chapel, NC | College: UNC

Watts is a smooth perimeter guard who directs her team well and has incredible passing skills. She can score when needed and has a nice jumper off the catch or dribble with three-point range. Her excellent court vision sets her apart in the class of 2015. Watts has committed to the University of North Carolina.

MEET THE WEST TEAM

DE’JANAE BOYKIN


Height: 6-2 | Position: Forward | Charles H. Flowers H.S.
Hometown: Springdale, MD | College: UConn

Considered one of the top prospects in her class, Boykin is a well-established athletic forward. She does a fantastic job of using her long arms and quickness in the interior to get to the basket. She handles the ball well and has a solid midrange game. Boykin has committed to the University of Connecticut.

TAJA COLE


Height: 5-7 | Position: Guard | Lloyd C. Bird H.S.
Hometown: Richmond, VA | College: Louisville

Cole is a natural leader who is known for her exceptionally quick first step and ability to beat her defender to the basket. She handles the ball well and is a threat not only driving to the basket, but also beyond the arc. Cole has committed to the University of Louisville.

TE’A COOPER


Height: 5-8 | Position: Guard | McEachern H.S.
Hometown: Powder Springs, GA | College: Tennessee

Cooper is a fantastic floor general that can also exhibit a scorer’s mentality when needed. She is a consistent shooter that can score by driving to the basket or hitting the open three. Her ability to make the right pass and set up the defense is what makes her a standout. Cooper has committed to the University of Tennessee.

SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM


Height: 6-1 | Position: Guard | Rock Bridge H.S.
Hometown: Columbia, MO | College: Missouri

At over 6-feet, Cunningham has three-point range and the ability to drive to the basket. Her size and offensive arsenal often present matchup problems for defenders. She is a very aggressive, physically strong player that can also be a tenacious defender. Cunningham has committed to the University of Missouri.

KIAH GILLESPIE


Height: 6-1 | Position: Forward | The Cap. Prep Magnet School 
Hometown: Meriden, CT | College: Maryland

Gillespie is a versatile forward with a great perimeter game and a consistent shot beyond the arc. Her size and ability to attack the basket with her exceptional foot speed makes her a menace for defenders. Gillespie has committed to the University of Maryland.

JORDAN HOSEY


Height: 6-2 | Position: Forward | Manvel H.S. 
Hometown: Pearland, TX | College: Texas

Hosey is considered a forward, but has been known to play a variety of positions on the court. She has the ability to drive from the perimeter, as well as pull up for mid- range jumpers. She plays tough consistently on both ends of the floor. Hosey has committed to the University of Texas.

KYRA LAMBERT


Height: 5-8 | Position: Guard | Samuel Clemens H.S. 
Hometown: Schertz, TX | College: Duke

Lambert is an explosive floor general that manages the game by getting every player involved. She plays the game at a fast, yet controlled speed on both ends of the court. Her quick hands on defense often lead to steals and transition baskets for her team. Lambert has committed to Duke University.

BEATRICE MOMPREMIER


Height: 6-4 | Position: Center | Miami Senior H.S. 
Hometown: Miami, FL | College: Baylor

Mompremier’s size and remarkable wingspan make her an excellent shot blocker. She has developed a back-to-the-basket game that makes it hard for opponents to stop her. Her footwork is superb and she runs the floor well. Mompremier has committed to Baylor University.

TAYLOR MURRAY


Height: 5-6 | Position: Guard | Annapolis Area Christian School
Hometown: Odenton, MD | College: Kentucky

Murray is a consistent jump shooter with impressive speed. She does an extraordinary job of penetrating the lane with the basketball and finishing in traffic. She handles the ball well under pressure and makes very few mistakes when she is on the court. Murray has committed to the University of Kentucky.

ARIKE OGUNBOWALE


Height: 5-9 | Position: Guard | Divine Savior Holy Angels H.S.
Hometown: Milwaukee, WI | College: Notre Dame

Ogunbowale is a strong, athletic guard that has a knack for seeing the floor and making the right passes to open teammates. She was named AP Wisconsin Player of the year in 2013 and 2014. Ogunbowale has committed to the University of Notre Dame.

KATIE LOU SAMUELSON


Height: 6-3 | Position: Forward | Mater Dei H.S. 
Hometown: Huntington Beach, CA | College: UConn

Samuelson is a long, agile and skilled perimeter performer. Coupled with her size, her fluid and quick release on her shot is difficult to defend. Her shot is very consistent when given space and she can score off the dribble drive. Samuelson has committed to the University of Connecticut.

DESTINEE WALKER


Height: 5-9 | Position: Guard | Lake Highland H.S. 
Hometown: Orlando, FL | College: UNC

Walker is long, athletic and explosive off the dribble. She has the ability to beat her defender to the basket or pull up for a short jumper. Her athleticism allows her to attack the basket with flair, but she is also a three-point threat. Walker has committed to the University of North Carolina.

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