Top Rebounders in the State

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rebounding isn't a flashy part of the game but it's a major reason for winning or losing. Earning extra possessions and closing out defensive sequences is something every coach wants to be elite at. Rebounding is an art form and here are the best to do in the state that are coming back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='640518' first='Kayla' last='Jensen'] (St. Joseph's)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jensen was a force inside the paint last season. She averaged 13.3 RPG and found her niche on the floor. The senior has great size at 6'2 and is one of the more complete forwards in Missouri. She has soft hands, plays with a motor, and makes good reads around the bucket. Not only was she a top player in her conference, but one of the top players in the state. A nightly double-double threat each time she steps onto the floor.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='255532' first='Kylie' last='Scott'] (Carl Junction)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scott makes a massive impact on the game. Her size and skill level make for a unique prospect who has upside to play at a high level in college. She averaged 8.8 RPG last season and impressed fans with her overall ability on the ball as a bigger forward. She's versatile, can score, and makes her impact as a defender on the glass. One of the best on the west side of the state.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='424401' first='Ai'Naya' last='Williams'] (Cardinal Ritter)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams is a force around the rim for this talented Ritter squad. She earns a lot of extra possessions because of her size, activity level, and positioning. At 6'2 she shows noticeable agility and nimble footwork. Her effort on the glass is relentless. A consistent double-double threat who sets a tone with her play. Williams averaged 14.6 PPG and 8 RPG last season. She's a candidate to average north of 10 RPG in her senior season.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='509644' first='Kennedy' last='Horton'] (Pattonville)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Horton is a player who uses her size, athleticism, and motor to make a huge impact on the glass. The Pattonville junior averaged 6.8 RPG last season which was among the best for the sophomore class. That number will only increase. She's a high upside prospect that leaves a physical impact on the game. Horton has two-way upside and is a Division 1 recruit moving into the future. Set to have a huge season for Pattonville.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='460896' first='Lauren' last='Ortwerth'] (Cor Jesu)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ortwerth made a mark during her freshman season bringing in 242 rebounds on the year. She's a promising front-court prospect in the 2026 class and has great strides over the past year. A skilled player who's comfortable working on the block. Her soft touch, passing, and post moves all make life </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->