Small Town Guards: 2025 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Although from smaller rural regions, these guards all bring high IQ and do not take off defensive positions. Each of them are intuitive within their own skill sets, providing quick processing speeds under a variety of circumstances.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='366426' first='Paige' last='Ryser'] - Cheyenne Wells</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ryser is often tasked with setting up the offense, proving capable as a ball handler and off the dribble scorer. The guard shows upside as a mid-range shotmaker off the bounce, capable of stepping into shots when the defense stays low. The incoming junior guard is a proactive decision maker on both ends, proving assertive stealing away passes. Either rotating on the help side or at the point of attack, Ryser brings notable intrigue on both ends of the floor. The sophomore was the leading scorer with Cheyenne Wells, a notably young program coming up.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='374183' first='Ally' last='Sandidge'] - De Beque</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sandidge is an active transition playmaker, proving effective at making quality decisions in a fast paced environment. The 5'10 perimeter player is often tasked with setting up the halfcourt offense, doing her part to keep that ball moving every possession. With her height, she has the unique ability to see above the defense and make shots that smaller guards would not have the privilege of. Sandidge's floater is a notable trait in her offensive skill set, where she is especially productive finishing shot attempts off the glass. Defensively, she makes the most of her wide reach by deflecting passes or reaching into opponents' comfort zones on drives. Her continued growth as a shotmaker from the mid-range and three point line will be intriguing, given her positional height.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='366429' first='Karsyn' last='Shahan'] - Pagosa Springs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shahan proves capable as a potent defensive piece with Pagosa Springs, dynamic both on or off of the ball. She is assertive, helping onto drivers, digging into opponents with her hands to strip the ball. While at the point of attack, Shahan has a knack for poking away the ball on the initial move, possessing excellent timing. Her defensive activity creates a wide variety of fast break opportunities, either scoring herself or pushing it to a teammate on an advantage break. On the opposite edge, Shahn brings potential as a floor spacer off of the catch stretching out beyond the arc.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='366431' first='Elizabeth' last='Currier'] - Pagosa Springs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Currier brings a diverse portfolio on the offensive side of the floor, proving effective at facilitating while showing capabilities as an off the dribble shotmaker. At roughly 5'7, the lead guard is active making difficult passes to off-ball cutters and post players flowing into an opportune position. There is no doubt that Currier reads the defense at a high level, possessing very quick processing speeds off the bounce. Another aspect of her ability to read the floor is her shotmaking confidence off the bounce, proving capable of stepping into mid-range jumpers once the defense allows an opening. On moderate volume, Currier has contributed as a three point shooter off the catch. Her combination of shooting versatility and proactive facilitating make her a fascinating prospect to track.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->