State Semi-Finals: Top Defenders (Class 6A & Class 5A)

There are many aspects to the game of basketball. Most people are often wowed by the offensive game with the existing moves, cool finishes and amazing passes, but there's a very special appreciation for the other end of the floor, the defensive end. The defensive ends is one aspect of the game that sometimes does not show up on the stat sheet. The role a great defender plays in the game is just as important as someone who scores many points. Here's some top defenders from match-ups seen in the state semi-finals game. &nbsp; <span style="text-decoration: underline">Top Defenders Semi-Finals Game(Class 6A &amp; Class 5A)</span> &nbsp; #10 <strong>Kelbie Washington, </strong>Sophomore, 5'7, Point Guard, Norman Not only quick but also fast. Quick and can easily be light on her feet to adjust to the opponents movements. She is also fast to sprint in front to with an ability to cut off the defender or even position quick enough to take a clean charge. &nbsp; #10 <strong>Kayla Jones</strong>, Senior, 5'6, Guard, El Reno Good defender that stays low on defense. She is great at shifting her feet to make the offense go the opposite direction, making her great at keeping the defense on one side of the court. &nbsp; #5 <strong>Kiera Neal</strong>, Senior, 5'11, Forward/Guard, Edmond Santa Fe Long defender with a great jumping ability. She is fast on her feet to beat her man to the spot allowing for blocked shots on the move and off of two feet. She can guard multiple positions on the floor because of her length and quickness which helps her get steals. &nbsp; #33 <strong>Tyeshia Anderson</strong>, Junior, 5'8, Guard, Piedmont Everywhere on the court in the terms of defense and that is meant in the most positive way ever! Blocked shots, forces off balanced shots, plays in the passing lane, steals the ball, forces turnovers, she is the model defense player. &nbsp; #23 <strong>Curtiera Haywood,</strong> Senior, 6'2, Forward, Mustang Tall but quick defender that is capable to guard any position on the floor. Due to her height, she is able to guard big men, but due to her quickness and athleticism, she can guard perimeter players as well. Aside from techniques and ability, she puts a lot of effort and works hard on defense which is often seen in to aid her in her rebound skill as well. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;