West Tennessee Hoopers

Brandon Tinnon August 25, 2021 @ 06:15 PM

When describing the state of Tennessee, the west side of the state boasts some major swagger. Girls who can score it by taking to the cup, shoot it from deep, lock you down the full length of the court, and talk a little trash while you’re guarding them. Nothing brash, but for 32 minutes, you are in their domain. They will be your friend afterward, but during the course of the game, you are public enemy number one. These girls from this side of the state have a little sauce in their game. They’re physical, athletic, skilled, and can definitely put on a show. From Jackson to Memphis and all around, this side of the state has the girls who can just flat out get it done. They’ve honed their skills at an early age from playing with their big brothers or cousins. They pride themselves for being ballers on this side and rightfully so, for many years we’ve had NBA players come from these parts. Though the water from the Tennessee River runs throughout, in these parts, it’s all about the grit and grind. 731, 901, it’s your time to shine Mane! When you see these numbers pop up on your phone. It’s “Game On!” Get ready for a knock-down drag-out. Here are some lady ballers who rep the west side of the great state of Tennessee. [player_tooltip player_id="245232" first="Kennedy" last="Claybrooks"] (5’5/PG/ Bartlett)- Floor general who can play uptempo or in the half-court set. A multi-level scorer who protects the basketball when the ball is in her hands. She’s very intelligent and attacks with a purpose. A swiss army knife that can play either guard spot. [player_tooltip player_id="245320" first="Raven" last="Sims"] (5’9/ PG/ Tipton-Rosemark)- Aggressive with the ball in her hands, she is always looking to attack. Thrives in the transition game, looking to take the ball to the rack. Uses her speed and quickness to create havoc on the defensive end, which leads to turnovers. [player_tooltip player_id="245226" first="Mya" last="Pratcher"] (6’1/SF/ Whitehaven)- Long-winged forward who can push the ball in transition. Has a nice mid-range game. Versatile defender who can guard smaller guards and post players. Contributes on the glass on both ends of the floor. [player_tooltip player_id="245369" first="Rachel" last="Griffin"] (6’4/C/ Fayette Ware)- A beast in the painted area, has the ability to utilize her face-up game within the 15ft range. Nice-mid range shooter who can also contribute in the pick n’ roll game. A board collector and shot-blocker who owns the painted area. [player_tooltip player_id="245289" first="Olivia" last="Lee"] (5’11/SG/ Jackson Trinity Christian Academy)- Multi-level scorer with a nice touch. This young lady can shoot the lights out. Plays the game with poise and doesn’t get rattled. Can guard around the perimeter and down low around the block. Brittany Wells (5’7/PG/ Houston)- Quick and athletic, BW is an excellent distributor. Can see the floor well and deliver passes to her teammates where they can catch & shoot. Can step out to shoot the 3, but is always in constant attack mode. Great anticipator defensively, where she can pickpockets of offensive players. [player_tooltip player_id="285347" first="Sophie" last="Singleton"] (5’11/PF/ Huntingdon)- Solid ballplayer who is coming into her own. Has a nice mid-range game that compliments her ability around the block. Knows how to use her length to her advantage to either deter shots as well as collect boards. [player_tooltip player_id="276710" first="Kai" last="Bolton"] (6’1/PF/ Memphis East)- With size and length, this young lady anticipates well. Has a great IQ and soft hands, which enables her to obtain many offensive rebounds for putbacks, as well as the ability to see the floor and feel when a double team is coming. Has a great post-game that equates to double figures in the scoring column. [player_tooltip player_id="276708" first="Briah" last="Hampton"] (6’1/ SF/ Memphis East)- Athletic forward who is always on the attack mode. Can shoot the 3 ball or drive and finish with contact. Can handle the ball and create transition buckets for her ball club. A versatile kid who plays hard and physical on both ends of the floor. [player_tooltip player_id="276724" first="Maliyah" last="Hughes"] (5’6/ PG/ Sacred Heart)- Versatile point guard who can get downhill. Can step out to shoot the 3 ball, or pull up in the mid-range area. A defender who anticipates well. Not flashy, but a hard-working young lady willing to stick her nose into obtaining the basketball by all means necessary.