HB vs. CDM 4-16-26 HR/3RBI’s #huntingtonbeachhighschool #athleticsmercado18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Edison 4-14-26 HR/Defense #huntingtonbeachhighschool #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs La Serna 4-4-26 4/4 5RBI’s Game 1 2/3 2RBI’s 1BB 1HR Game 2 #huntingtonbeachhighschool #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Bishop Amat 3-28-26 3/5 & 1HR #huntingtonbeachhighschool #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Fountain Valley 3-24-26 3 HR’s & 6 RBI’s #huuntingtonbeachhighschool #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Los Alamitos 3-19-26 #defense #huntingtonbeachhigh #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Corona Del Mar 3-17-26 HR #.750 #huntingtonbeachhighschool #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Oaks Christian 2-28-26 DP/2BB HB vs. Mater Dei 2-28-26 BA .667 #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Santa Margarita 2/2/26 3/3 #huntingtonbeachhighschool #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Cypress 1-27-26 3/3 #huntingtonbeachhighschool #athleticsmercadosmith18u #utahcommit🏹

AZ LAST BLAST 1-24-26 HR 1 & 2 #athleticsmercadosmith18U #huntingtonbeachhighschool #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Kennedy 1-15-26 HR & DP #athleticsmercado18U #utahcommit🏹

Queen of Diamonds Tournament AZ. 12-6 to 12-7 .533AVG #athleticsmercadosmith18U #utahcommit🏹

HB vs. Rosary 11-13-25 HR #oilersoftball🥎 #utahcommit🏹

Scenic City Fall- Top 25- 11/7 to 11/9 .524BA/9 RBI’s #athleticsmercadosmith18U #utahcommit❤️👊

Quick reaction drill in transition with ESPN Top 100 @averyhjelmstad . Looking to continue to add to her game . #utahcommit #hardwork #easywork #humble #oklahomacity #ballislife

🏀 @PUMAHoops Spotlight: @AveryHjelmstad, a 6'2" elite Shooting Guard for Oklahoma Unity/Edmond Memorial High, class of 2025. 🔹 Elite Accolades: Avery's exceptional talent has earned her a commitment to Utah and a #48 ranking by ESPN HoopGurlz, solidifying her status as the #1 rated SG in Oklahoma. 🔹 Deadeye Marksman: Her elite three-point shooting ability makes her a constant threat from beyond the arc, stretching defenses and creating space for her teammates. 🔹 Movement Maestro: Avery's skill in shooting off movement and navigating screens makes her a challenging player to defend, as she can score from various angles and positions. 🔹 High Basketball IQ: Her deep understanding of the game allows her to make smart decisions on both ends of the court, anticipating plays and finding optimal scoring opportunities. 🔹 Physical Presence: The 6'2" guard's strength and physicality enable her to battle for rebounds and hold her own against tough opponents. 🔹 Defensive Versatility: Avery's ability to defend positions 1 through 4 showcases her defensive prowess and adaptability, making her a valuable asset on that end of the floor. #YouthBasketball #EliteShooter #EdmondMemorialHigh #UtahCommit​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ @unitybasketbal1 @PRO16G @NXTPROG @PUMAHoops @Ajhawkinsbasket

🏀 @UANextGHoops Spotlight: @EllaTodd22 , a versatile 6'0" Combo Guard for Fremd High School/Wisconsin Lakers, class of 2025, establishing herself as a winning presence and one of Illinois' top talents. 🔹 Size Advantage: At 6'0", Ella's height for a guard creates mismatches on both ends of the court, allowing her to shoot over smaller defenders and defend multiple positions. 🔹 Scoring Threat: Averaging 16 ppg, Ella's ability to put points on the board from various spots on the floor makes her a constant concern for opposing defenses. 🔹 Perimeter Defender: Her combination of size and athleticism allows her to contest shots effectively on the perimeter, disrupting opposing offenses. 🔹 Glass Cleaner: Ella's 4.5 rpg showcases her ability to contribute on the boards, an uncommon trait for guards that adds significant value to her team. 🔹 Transition Initiator: Her rebounding and steal numbers (1.3 spg) suggest an ability to ignite fast breaks, leveraging her size and court vision to create easy baskets. 🔹 Winning Impact: Leading her team to a 30-7 record and a 3rd place finish in the state demonstrates Ella's ability to elevate her team's performance in high-stakes situations. 🔹 Versatile Contributor: Her well-rounded stat line reflects her ability to impact the game in multiple ways, a key attribute of guards who contribute to winning at every level. 📊 High School Stats: - 16 points per game - 4.5 rebounds per game - 2.1 assists per game - 1.3 steals per game - Team Record: 30-7 (3rd in State) 🏆 Accolades: - 2nd Team A.P. All-State (2024) - MSL Conference Co-Player of the Year - All-Tournament at Hampshire and Morton College - #4 Ranked Player in Illinois 📜 College Commitment: - University of Utah #BigGuardImpact #WinningPlayer #FremdHS #WisconsinLakers #UtahCommit

Team Camp/ HS Summer Performance 🏀 Player Spotlight: Avery Hjelm, a dominant 6'2" Shooting Guard for Edmond Memorial High School/Oklahoma Unity, class of 2025 📊 High School Team Camp Performance: - Led her team to an undefeated record - Consistently scored 20 points in multiple games - Averaged over 20 points and 10 rebounds per game - Recorded multiple double-doubles 🔹 Elite Perimeter Marksmanship: Avery's exceptional three-point shooting ability was on full display during the team camp, as she consistently drained shots from beyond the arc, showcasing her elite movement shooting skills. 🔹 High Basketball IQ: Her advanced understanding of the game allowed her to make smart decisions and create scoring opportunities for herself and her teammates throughout the camp. 🔹 Physical Presence: Avery's strength and physicality enabled her to dominate on the boards, securing crucial rebounds and providing her team with second-chance opportunities. 🔹 Defensive Versatility: She demonstrated her ability to defend multiple positions (1-4) during the camp, using her length and toughness to shut down opposing players. 🔹 Shooter's Mentality: Avery's relentless approach to scoring and her unwavering confidence in her shot were evident throughout the camp, solidifying her status as the #1 rated shooting guard in Oklahoma. 🏆 Accolades and Recruitment: - #48 in ESPN HoopGurlz rankings - Committed to the University of Utah #YouthBasketball #EliteShootingGuard #EdmondMemorialHS #OklahomaUnity #UtahCommit​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ @unitybasketbal1 @Ajhawkinsbasket @AveryHjelmstad

🏀 Player Spotlight: Avery Hjelm, a 6'2" elite Shooting Guard for Oklahoma Unity/Edmond Memorial High, class of 2025. 🔹 Elite Accolades: Avery's exceptional talent has earned her a commitment to Utah and a #48 ranking by ESPN HoopGurlz, solidifying her status as the #1 rated SG in Oklahoma. 🔹 Deadeye Marksman: Her elite three-point shooting ability makes her a constant threat from beyond the arc, stretching defenses and creating space for her teammates. 🔹 Movement Maestro: Avery's skill in shooting off movement and navigating screens makes her a challenging player to defend, as she can score from various angles and positions. 🔹 High Basketball IQ: Her deep understanding of the game allows her to make smart decisions on both ends of the court, anticipating plays and finding optimal scoring opportunities. 🔹 Physical Presence: The 6'2" guard's strength and physicality enable her to battle for rebounds and hold her own against tough opponents. 🔹 Defensive Versatility: Avery's ability to defend positions 1 through 4 showcases her defensive prowess and adaptability, making her a valuable asset on that end of the floor. #YouthBasketball #EliteShooter #EdmondMemorialHigh #UtahCommit​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ @unitybasketbal1 @AveryHjelmstad @PRO16G @NXTPROG @PUMAHoops @Ajhawkinsbasket