State Tournament Stock Risers: Class A & B

In tourname<span style="font-size: 1rem;">nts, the best players are always the focal point and put in a position with the ball in their hands. In this article, we are exploring some underclassmen who performed well alongside their team’s top performers and could play pivotal roles on their team next year.</span> &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="293994" first="Briauna" last="Robinson"] | Lincoln High | Jr | Guard | 5’6" The Links had a three guard rotation that gave teams trouble. Robinson averaged 12 points per game during the tournament but did a great job knocking down big shots and creating contact in the lanes. She is a physical guard who attacks the rim however will pull up from mid range with ease. Robinson can shoot the three but will look to improve upon it during her season year. The Links will bring back two of their guards and Robinson will look to have a strong senior season. <a href="http://www.hudl.com/v/2HATwv">http://www.hudl.com/v/2HATwv</a> &nbsp; Kianna Wiley | Lincoln High | Jr | Guard | 5’8" Wiley was apart of the three guard rotation for the Links. She is an excellent defender who also plays with a lot of physicality. Her on ball, with her quick hands, is next level and she can play bigger than she measures. During the tournament, Wiley averaged 11 points per game. She knocked down long range shot and was able create contact in the lanes to get to the free throw line. Wiley should also have strong senior year and have the Links in contention. <a href="https://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/kiana-wiley/LtTzd6M6zkCUiaTFMVC_1Q/default.htm">https://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/kiana-wiley/LtTzd6M6zkCUiaTFMVC_1Q/default.htm</a> &nbsp; Brinly Christiansen | Lincoln Southwest | Jr | Forward | 5’11" Led by Senior [player_tooltip player_id="174467" first="Freddie" last="Wallace"] and an emerging star in [player_tooltip player_id="276507" first="Kennadi" last="Williams"], the Silver Hawks performed at a  very high level during the tournament. Christiansen was another standout, she averaged 7.3 points and 7.3 rebounds per game. Her size allows and strength make her a presence on the glass, while her soft touch around the rim makes her a danger for put backs and strong post moves. With Wallace graduating, the emergence of Christiansen could prove to be just what the Silver Hawks need to make another run. <a href="https://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/brinly-christiansen/d3T87sNMEemAzfp8ouYFiw/default.htm">https://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/brinly-christiansen/d3T87sNMEemAzfp8ouYFiw/default.htm</a> &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="279311" first="Addison" last="Burt"] | Skutt Catholic | So | Guard | 5’8" Burt had a strong showing during the tournament, averaging 10.7 points per game. She is capable with ball in her hands and can mix it up around the basket, which can lead to some easy put backs. She has shown she can shoot from range but will need to work on consistency from distance during the offseason. Burt can develop into a nice compliment of an offensive weapon for [player_tooltip player_id="279310" first="Peyton" last="McCabe"] and should have the Skyhawks back toward the top next season. &nbsp; Rachel Goodon | Adams Central | Jr | Center | 6’3" Goodon’s 14.5 points per game during the tournament helped the Patriots get to the semifinals. Her size creates mismatches in the painted area and creates a challenge for opponents to get easy buckets. Goodon uses her size to her advantage near the rim for rebounding and creating second chance points. Her ability to get long and ball instincts lead to shot blocking opportunities and alters offenses shot selections during games. With [player_tooltip player_id="94514" first="Libby" last="Trausch"] graduating, Goodon could become more of a focal point on the offense and have a huge senior year. <a href="https://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/rachel-gooden/WGF9dxMdEeqAzqREozo6lw/default.htm">https://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/rachel-gooden/WGF9dxMdEeqAzqREozo6lw/default.htm</a>