Top Unsigned Seniors in Dayton (Girls) 2024-25 Season
By Deon Cash
As we near the end of the school season there are still some openings in the college ranks to be had.
Here are some of the highest ranked high school senior female hoopers in the Miami Valley who have not committed to a college for basketball.
TI'YAH PARKER (C-J) 5'8 PG
Parker, a true point guard, led the Eagles back to prominence by directing the offense for a state ranked Eagles team all season long.
They reached the OHSAA D-3 Regional Semifinals before they fell to All-American Dee Alexander and Purcell Marian.
Parker can score or dish, plays stout D, and is fearless, as evidenced by the excellent game she had against the four-time state Champs in Marian.
Parker was a one of the top assist and steal leaders in the GCL this season.
It was noted that she was the 2nd best player on the floor in a game that featured 5 D-1 players and multiple future stars. She had 13 points, and literally kept Chaminade Julienne in the game.
Her development as a leader is why she could be a player to reach and be successful on the D-1 level.
Parker is a coaches daughter, so she was a extension of the Chaminade team. She also has a "fashion and swag" style that extends off the court as well.
She has over 25 offers.
JORDAN SCULLY (Sidney) 5'9 G
Scully became the leader on the court this season and did so masterfully, despite losing the best player in the league off her team at the beginningof the season.
Scully, a dynamic combo guard, led the Miami Valley League in assists (3.5), was top 5 in points (15.1) & top 10 in steals (2.2).
Scully averaged 15ppg while directing the offense and scoring in double figures in 22 of the 25 games.
The other 3 games? 9,8, and 7.
Playing with a championship team, Scully can direct the offense or play off the ball. Her defense was elite as well, as she averaged top 7 in steals for the pesky Sidney Yellow Jackets, who won the MVL 3 years in a row.
Scully is a "Plug and Play" hooper at the next level, as she has learned all the tricks of the trade under Head Coach Isaiah Foster.
BLESSYN PRESTON (Dunbar) 5'5 G
Preston, a combo guard type player with PG size, had some whopping numbers this season, some that should have merited the possibly of being the Player of the Year.
She averaged 17 ppg, 4.5 rpg and led the City and area with 5.2 steals a game. She collected 10 steals vs Meadowdale and 9 vs Stivers. She has a inate ability to hit the passing lanes and create havoc with her defense.
Preston literally lead Dunbar back to the Dayton Public Schools championship board.
She dropped 28 and 10 on Ponitz and then dropped 24-6-7 in a road win against Cincinnati Withrow. Her ability to do whatever is needed is a big part of her game.
While her shooting percentage needs to improve, that can be improved with practice and more talent around her.
She is a ball of energy who plays extremely hard, teachable, and learned under the top tier coaching of Dunbar Head Coach Erika Guy, so she is still developing the right way.
A intriguing prospect to say the least.
JA'VONAH JORDAN (Northridge) 5'7 PG
Jordan, who arguably had the best season in the conference, is a dynamic guard that helped lead Northridge to a 18-6 record and a game away from a league title this season.
Jordan would record one of the only triple doubles in Northridge history with a 11 point, 10 assist, 10 rebound game vs Riverside.
Jordan is a true point guard, and although standing at 5'7, she can rebound like a big guard or small forward, using her quickness and strength to get to long rebounds and get in the trenches.
Jordan led the league (Three Rivers Conference) in assists (5.6), and was top 5 in steals (2.9) and field goal percentage (45%). She also rebounded well for a point guard and ran Coach Sain offense to near perfection this season.
KATHERINE JACKSON (Stivers) 5'9 F
Jackson, a forward for the Tigers, started the season strong (19 points) and never let up, averaging 11ppg, 7 rpg, 4.4 spg and being a key figure in the Stivers Tigers offense.
Jackson had a string of 8 double-digit scoring games across a 10 game span.
She amassed a double-double against Dunbar, but also had 7 steals in that game. She had multiple games with double-digit rebounds (3) and double- doubles (2).
Jackson averaged 4.4 steals a game as well, showing her quick instincts. She also had a game where she had 10 steals in a game.
BROOKE HAYWOOD (C-J) 5'11 F
Haywood blossomed this season, as her smooth game synced perfectly with the Eagles play-style en route to a big season for her and the Eagles.
A 1,000 point scorer and all-district performer, Haywood, a athletic wing forward, does it all: lockdown defend, run the offense, rebound, score, and create.
Haywood was 7th in scoring, 4th in rebounding, 2nd in FG %, 7th in steals and top 10 in assists as well in one of the best conferences in Ohio.
She can play in literally any style because she can play fast or slow. She can also defend multiple positions in college (1-4).
She dropped 24 and 8 on Badin, and had a string where she scored double figures 8 of her first 9 games of the season.
Built-for-college wing type player. Can definitely play at any level.
Could have been the defensive player of the year in the GCL, arguably the toughest conference in OHSAA girls hoops this year.
STEPHANIE GANDY (W Carrollton) 5'6 G
Gandy had a very good senior season for the Pirates, as she averaged almost 13ppg while shooting almost 49% from the field (3rd in Miami Valley League).
After her first couple of games, Gandy shot over 50% on the season at the point guard spot, which is a big bonus. She also had a streak of 6 games in double figures in a 7-gsme stretch. She dropped 23 in at the end of that stretch (season high).
In her last game of the season, she posted a 21 point, 5 steal, 4 assist, no TO beauty of game in a big win over Troy.
Very quick and strong, Gandy got better and better with each year. Would be a "Plug & Play" in college. Could go in right now and direct a college offense.
RAYNE MANSON (Dunbar) 5'9 PG-SG
Manson was a huge force this season as she ran the Wolverines offense to a City League Championship.
Manson, a combo guard, averaged 7.7 pts, 4 spg, and 5 rbg during the Wolverines Dayton Public Schools title run.
While her numbers don't pop off the board, her ability to run the team was essential for Dunbar Coach Erika Guy and for how the season would play out.
She had a 10 steal game vs Trotwood. She had big performances in big games. But ultimately, it was her leadership and ability to keep the team running smoothly, which was her biggest keys to the season.
Manson was top 5 in steals and assists, and also top 15 in rebounds.
IMANI FRAZIER (Wayne) 6'0 F
Frazier was one of the leaders of a Wayne team that had another successful season. Frazier, a bully of a baller in the post, was at times unstoppable inside for the Warriors.
Frazier, a natural post with muscle, averaged 11ppg, was 3rd in the GWOC in rebounding (6.6), top 7 in FG % (45.9), and was one of best bigs in arguably the best conference in Ohio.
Frazier has a deft touch as well, as she shoots over 77% from the line which was Top 5 in the GWOC.
Frazier is a perfect fit for any college, as a post presence who can step out and keep the offense moving, but also can mix it up in the trenches, grab crucial rebounds, and play great interior defense.
Frazier posted double doubles and signature games against perennial teams such as Fairmont, Centerville, and Alter.
It has been reported that Frazier has recently committed to Mercyhurst University.
LARKYN VORDEMARK (SIDNEY) PG - SG
Vordemark was the best player in the MVL before she got hurt.
She dropped 26 in the first game, before being injured, ruining her senior year.
She had already committed to D-1 for Soccer.
Haven't heard anything change on that front, but she definitely had a D-1 type game as Vordemark could shoot it from deep or get to the rack. Her defense was top tier and her leadership was unquestioned.
