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Saniyah Hall, a five-star basketball recruit from Amherst, Ohio, has transferred to Spire Academy for her senior year after a successful season at Montverde Academy. Known for her exceptional skills, Hall’s move has raised excitement among local fans. She averaged 20.3 points per game at Montverde, earning accolades along the way, including being named MaxPreps’ National Junior of the Year. Now joining forces with another talented recruit, Ariyana Cradle, the upcoming season at Spire Academy is anticipated to be highly competitive.

Amherst Native Saniyah Hall Makes A Big Move to Spire Academy for Senior Year

In an exciting turn of events for basketball fans in Amherst, Ohio, Saniyah Hall, a highly-coveted five-star recruit, has announced her transfer to Spire Academy for her senior year. The announcement came via her Instagram on June 21, and local supporters are buzzing with anticipation about what this change means for the young athlete’s bright future.

From Montverde to Spire Academy

Before her transfer, Saniyah spent a successful year at Montverde Academy in Florida. Known for its elite sports program, Montverde proved to be a stepping stone for Hall, where she truly showcased her skills on the basketball court. Over the last season, Saniyah was a dominant force, averaging an impressive 20.3 points per game, not to mention her 6.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 2.8 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game.

Notably, she also hit 43 three-pointers, ranking second on her team. Montverde Academy had an extraordinary season, finishing with a record of 26-2 and earning a spot as the No. 2 high school team in Florida according to MaxPreps. Their only setback came during the Chipotle High School Nationals Championship game, where they narrowly lost to IMG Academy by a mere two points (80-78).

A Rising Star

Saniyah’s remarkable performance did not go unnoticed. She was named MaxPreps’ National Junior of the Year, highlighting her immense talent and hard work. Hall’s accolades continued to pile up as she got selected for the first-team Jersey Mike’s Naismith High School All-American for the 2024-25 season. Prior to her time at Montverde, she had already made a name for herself at Laurel High School in Ohio. There, she led the team to a Division II state runner-up finish in the 2023-24 season and was a two-time finalist for the Ms. Basketball award.

New Beginnings at Spire Academy

As she heads to Spire Academy, Saniyah is not just stepping into a new environment but also teaming up with another talented player, Ariyana Cradle. Ariyana, a four-star recruit, also recently transferred to Spire from Westerville South. During her time there, she showed off her scoring prowess with an average of 18.3 points per game. With both Hall and Cradle now on the same roster, fans are excited about the potential this duo brings to Spire Academy.

Ariyana’s former team had a great run as well, finishing with a record of 21-6 and reaching the Division II, Region 7 final. With such talent joining forces in Geneva, Ohio, the upcoming season is shaping up to be an action-packed ride for Spire Academy.

The Hall Family Legacy

Saniyah isn’t the only standout in her family; she is the sister of Nia Hall, who played as an outside hitter for the Amherst Comets and was honored as the 2022 Lorain County Ms. Volleyball. With such an athletic pedigree, it’s clear that talent runs in the Hall family. The local community is eager to see what Saniyah will accomplish next as she continues to make her mark in the sports world.

As Saniyah prepares for her senior year at Spire Academy, all eyes will be on her. With her remarkable skill set and impressive background, fans are eagerly awaiting her next big performance. Get ready, because the basketball season is just around the corner!

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