Vote: Who has been the North Suncoast high school girls basketball top underclassman so far in 2024-25?

We’ve picked out 10 underclassmen girls basketball players in Florida’s North Suncoast that have stood out this season

Seven Rivers Christian guard Zoey Houle in a game against First Academy-Leesburg on Nov. 21, 2024. / Chris Bernhardt Jr.

With the 2024-25 regular season in Florida high school girls basketball reaching Christmas break, which players have put themselves in the conversation for the top underclassman of the North Suncoast? Here is a list of the best underclassmen from the area who have guided their teams to success with their performance this winter.

There are plenty of worthy names on this list, so be sure to vote in our poll for who has been the top underclassman so far for this 2024-25 Florida North Suncoast high school girls basketball season.

Voting concludes February 1st, at 11:59 p.m.

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Here are the nominations:

Ariana Willoughby, Fr., Springstead

The first-year guard has been instrumental in the Eagles’ 11-4 record, averaging 11.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 2.4 steals.

Demi Williamson, So., Citrus

The sophomore has been a bright spot despite the Hurricanes starting 4-8, averaging 15.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 6.9 steals while hitting 12 3-pointers.

Jessi Saffold, Fr., Land O’ Lakes

In her first season the freshman has shined for the 7-6 Gators, nearly averaging a triple-double at 14.4 points, 8.1 rebounds and 9.0 steals, along with 1.2 blocks.

Alex Nichols, So., Land O’ Lakes

The Gators are 7-6 and the sophomore guard has played a key role, averaging 12.1 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.2 steals while knocking down 21 3-pointers.

Joelys Rodriguez, So., Weeki Wachee

The Hornets have begun the season at 10-3, with the sophomore averaging 15.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 5.3 steals with 15 3-pointers made.

Ayana Kincade, So., Hernando

The Leopards are off to a 7-5 start through 12 games, with the sophomore leading the team averaging 15.8 points.

Aislin Ruppe, So., Hernando

The sophomore guard is averaging 13.6 points over 11 games and has connected on a team-best 21 3-pointers.

Zoey Houle, Fr., Seven Rivers Christian

With the Warriors at 7-3, the freshman is averaging 14.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 4.9 steals, with 14 made 3-pointers.

Tajinae Bonney, So., Gulf

The sophomore shooting guard is averaging 13.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 5.2 steals for the Buccaneers.

Keyrra Ruiz, So., Crystal River

Helping the Pirates to a 6-6 mark, the sophomore is averaging 11.3 points and 2.9 steals while connecting on 15 3-pointers.

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