Imposing 2023 Shot Blockers in 6A
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Leading shot blockers within 6A via per game, qualifier is minimum 1+ blocks. All stats are from 1/15/22. Finley Timon Finley Timon 5'8" | CG Ralston Valley | 2023 State CO – Ralston Valley Timon has yet again asserted herself…
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Continue ReadingLeading shot blockers within 6A via per game, qualifier is minimum 1+ blocks. All stats are from 1/15/22.
Finley Timon Finley Timon 5'8" | CG Ralston Valley | 2023 State CO – Ralston Valley
Timon has yet again asserted herself as a crucial help defender with Ralston Valley. The senior guard prioritizes her ability staying in position, being ready to contest shot attempts. To kick off the season, Timon has posted 5.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game all while standing right around 5’8. She has played a valuable role within Ralston Valley’s dominant 6-2 start to the season.
Laci Roffle Laci Roffle 6'0" | SF Eaglecrest | 2023 State CO – Eaglecrest
Roffle has been a dependable presence in a variety of facets, notably her shot blocking and defensive positioning. We previously covered her earlier this month regarding a different perspective on her game, you can find it here. To start her season, Roffle has posted 10.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.8 steals, and 1.9 blocks per game.
Aiyana Mitchell Aiyana Mitchell 6'4" | C Fountain-Fort Carson | 2023 State CO – Fountain-Fort Carson
The Vanderbilt commit has been a steady presence down low for 10-1 Fountain-Fort Carson. Kicking off the season with 16.9 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.8 steals, and 1.3 blocks per game while contributing 66% of field goal attempts. She demonstrates all the fundamental aspects necessary to dominate the paint from a defensive perspective. Such as high hands, finding a body to box out, or being in position to help. Although very talented as is, she still has room to grow from the free throw line and short mid-range. Get some looks at the Vanderbilt commit before she departs.
Brooke Meeks Brooke Meeks 5'11" | SG Arvada West | 2023 State CO – Arvada West
We recently discussed Meeks’ well rounded start to the season last week. To start the year she has posted 6.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, 5 assists, 2.5 steals, and 1.5 blocks per game while knocking down 35% of her triples.
Paityn Hulstrom – Legacy
Hulstrom is a pesky defender who will get into your comfort zone. The 5’8 senior guard does all the little things necessary to irritate opposing ballhandlers. Should opponents pick up their dribble, rest assured that Hulstrom will dig in before they have time to react. To kick off the season, Hulstrom has posted 5 points, 2.8 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 0.8 blocks per game. Given her lateral quickness and relatively low center of gravity, Hulstrom matches up with both perimeter positions. She has no problem battling with bigger opponents, often forcing a kick out pass.
Amanda Byrnes Amanda Byrnes 6'1" | PF Brighton | 2023 State CO – Brighton
Byrnes sets herself up for success every possession, through her discipline with the fundamentals. The 6’3 senior out of Brighton currently leads 6A in blocks per game, the eye test confirms. To start her season, Byrnes has posted 5.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.6 steals, and 2.4 blocks per game. She possesses quick reaction speed, utilizing her wide reach to contest shots or cause a deflection. Her positioning has stunted a large amount of driving opportunities, forcing opponents into tough decisions. On the opposite end, Byrnes stays poised pushing the pace, often one of the first down the floor. Continuing to refine her scoring around the rim for both hands will be a key for the power forward.