Earl’s Starting Five: The Lefties

There are a lot of talented players in the state who happen to be left-handed. Here is my “Starting Five” of standout southpaws. Guard: [player_tooltip player_id="106866" first="Reagan" last="Rapert"] 5’7 Union- A high scoring point guard who can light it up from virtually anywhere on the court. She can create her own shot, knock down 3-pointers and play with great pace. She is also an excellent passer who averaged seven assists a game to go along with her 20 points. Guard: [player_tooltip player_id="162386" first="Lexi" last="Rubel"] 6’0 Cape Notre Dame- A talented 2022 big guard who has the height and versatile skill set to excel anywhere on the floor. She can facilitate and be a playmaker at the point or dominate defenders with her shooting and driving ability from the high post. She led Notre Dame to a Class 4 Final Four berth last season. Wing: [player_tooltip player_id="106846" first="Isabelle" last="Delaru"]e 6’0 Francis Howell North- A 2021 big guard who has committed to Missouri State. She is an excellent 3-point shooter who can knock them down in bunches when she gets it going. She is a solid ball handler and passer who can also get things done inside with her height. Wing: [player_tooltip player_id="106883" first="Lindsey" last="Byers"] 5’9 Helias- A potent 2021 offensive player with a smooth shooting stroke from long distance. She can also create her own offense off the dribble with her ability to change speeds and directions with clever ball handling moves. She will also be headed to Missouri State University next fall. Forward: [player_tooltip player_id="107966" first="Khloe" last="Moad"] 6’2 Ash Grove- A versatile 2022 post player who recently gave a commitment to Missouri State University. She is a difficult matchup problem for defenders because she can stretch the floor from 3-point range and put it on the floor as well. She can also score in the post with a nice turn and face game. Sixth Girl: [player_tooltip player_id="106890" first="Lacy" last="Stokes"] 5’4 Mount Vernon- A high energy floor leader who has already committed to Missouri Southern. She is great at pushing the tempo and making plays with slick handles and passing ability. She can get into the lane and create shots and get buckets amongst the tall trees inside. She can also knock it down from 3-point range.