Player: Lydia Cipriano
Class: 2028
School: North Lincoln
Lady Phenom is gearing up for another big season ahead, looking to highlight players around the state that could get more attention with their play. A player that we are eager to see if she can take her game to the next level is 2028 Lydia Cipriano from North Lincoln.
Cipriano is a highly intriguing prospect with her combination of size, versatility, impact, and overall skill set, but we think she could be in for an even bigger season ahead in helping lead North Lincoln. A program that faced an unfortunate situation last year but it ended in the right way with a state title, the Knights will look to be back again and hungry for another title once again. Returning nearly all the talent from last year’s team, Cipriano was a huge factor on the court in a variety of areas, including rebounding, defensive work, blocking or altering shots, and being able to be a matchup nightmare for opponents at times.
Last season, she averaged 11.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.6 steals, and 2.2 blocks per game, showcasing her overall impact. But again, she is one who demonstrated potential in what should could be and with another season under her belt, Cipriano has a chance to take another step in showing she is one of the premier talents in North Carolina.
Right now, she holds offers from Western Carolina, High Point, Boston, Elon, Wofford, and others, but we have a feeling that list will only increase after this season.
What Has Been Said:
“Cipriano was a new name for us to learn about and one of the younger prospects at the camp, but from what we saw, she is going to be a name to really monitor here in North Carolina. She has a tremendous blend of skill and size early on, and wasn’t afraid of the big stage. Watching her game, she is very skilled at her age, understanding how to move and operate, always being active, finishing well with touch around the basket, and being assertive on the glass as well. She can step out and be a threat from the perimeter, which makes her only more interesting to watch. But she brings a very balanced offensive game to the court. She is a player who will be new to the court but should quickly be a player for college coaches to target.”
“Moving forward, we look at a player who easily stood out as one of the most impressive campers on display, Lydia Cipriano. She’s an incredibly skilled, well-rounded wing/forward prospect with an excellent combination of IQ, size, and versatility. Cipriano knocked down jumpers at a high percentage, finished well around the basket, and displayed useful ability off the bounce. She plays hard and utilizes her length effectively on the glass to outwork opponents for rebounds. Next in her development process is working on getting stronger, as it would allow her to become a more physically imposing defender. Coach Reece on Cipriano: “Lydia was one of the top shooters at camp. Easily will become one of the top impact freshmen this season. She has so much potential and a great foundation with her size, skill, feel, and overall polish to her game. True stretch option; knockdown in rhythm when setting her feet.” Cipriano made a lasting impression during her time at camp, securing the 2028 MVP Award, and should become a priority for college coaches over the coming years.”
