Centennial League Playoff Outlook: Energetic Defenders

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Eaglecrest 14-9</strong> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Facing #14 Rangeview @ 7 PM on 2/21</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='95223' first='Nia' last='McKenzie'] - 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McKenzie is a versatile wing who is a positive impact on both ends of the floor. Capable locking down opponents from the point of attack, McKenzie's above average length and timing make her one of the more difficult opponents to back down. She has done well improving her off-ball awareness, proving to be in the right spot for help side contests at all times. Her offensive skillset remains effective within moderate usage. She possesses the strength to outmatch opposing guards, alongside her ability to finish through contests of stronger forwards. McKenzie will be imperative to this group's offensive upside, posting 13.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 2.8 steals per game. The small forward will be attending Washburn following this playoff stretch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='95227' first='Laci' last='Roffle'] - 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6' small forward is a legitimate two-way threat, providing physical interior defense alongside progression as an all around threat on offense. There are few forwards who are as imposing as Roffle, proving dangerous to go at one on one. She is more than capable matching up with four positions, ranging from lead guards to bulky power forwards. She adds immense value on the offensive side of the floor, both as a shooter and pick and roll threat. The area that seperates Roffle from most forwards has been her ability to take defensive rebounds and become a legitimate facilitator. Following those defensive rebounds, she seeks outlet passes or takes the rock coast to coast depending on the most advantageous avenue. Through her senior season, Roffle has posted 10.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.9 steals, and 1.5 blocks per game. The MSU Denver commit will have ample opportunities to impress this playoff stretch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='95210' first='Anjolene' last='Ramiro'] - 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ramiro provides the necessary role as a steady and smart facilitator for Eaglecrest, primarily provided from her comfort as a ballhandler. Alongside her ease handling the rock under pressure, Ramiro is always ready to facilitate for cutters and open shooters. Through the combo guard's senior season, she has put up 7.7 points, 2.9 assists, and 2.3 steals per game. The guard will be a impactful perimeter defender, proving to read the defense and attack passing lanes. Regardless of Eaglecrest's overall playoff push, the guard will be attending MSU Denver next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Cherokee Trail 18-5</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Facing #28 Fort Collins @ 6 PM on 2/21</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='495925' first='Talia' last='Strode'] - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Strode is a gritty guard who displays fearlessness going for loose balls, truly impacting the game on those 50/50 opportunities. Standing right around 5'7, the combo guard is a valuable perimeter defender who digs into opponents and creating high stress situations. Through her junior season the guard has posted 5.7 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2 steals per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='118723' first='Isa' last='Dillehay'] - 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 5'3 point guard provides value as a point of attack defender for a gritty Grandview group. Through her senior year, Dillehay has posted 3.9 points, 3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 2.1 steals per game. Dillehay understands how to facilitate the halfcourt offense off ball, setting quality screens for perimeter threats. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->