Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player.
Here is the latest commitment.
Player: Aniyah Rainey
Class: 2023
Committed to: Chowan
What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:
“She’s a smart, tough, well-rounded wing prospect with a high motor and polished skillset. Rainey is a useful creator with solid vision, playmaking instincts, and a willingness to make the right play. She’s a sharp defender, especially on-ball, with the necessary strength and quickness to cause problems for opponents. Rainey is an excellent playmaker and quality shooting threat from midrange and beyond the arc. She also rebounds well for her size/position. Next in her development process is working on her transition defense, as she has the tools to shut down fast breaks with increased effort. Coach Baker on Rainey: “Aniyah is very versatile. She can play the 1-4 due to her size. She attacks well and finishes strong around the basket. Defends guards, wings, post players—it doesn’t matter. Aniyah deflects a lot of passes and is capable of going coast-to-coast when pushing the break in transition. Can flash and finish inside. She battles well for rebounding position.” – Lady NC Top 80 Evaluation
What She Said:
Lady Phenom: What made Chowan the place for you in the end' What all went into your decision'
Rainey: I’m really big on the family feel when it comes to a team and school, and I definitely felt that with Chowan. I loved the environment and I have a great bond with the assistant coach and it just happens that they were the first school to believe in me and give me a chance.
Lady Phenom: What kind of relationship did you build with the staff'
Rainey: I would say it was a bond with a family member, they were super consistent, checked in on me weekly, and when I visited, they were so fun and cool. I really respected them, they were really honest about everything.
Lady Phenom: What do you hope you can bring to the program'
Rainey: My drive, passion, knowledge, and love for the game. And I hope, like I did at my high school, to change the culture at Chowan and lead them to some championships and be a great teammate.
