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The Basha Bears hosted the Perry Pumas in a thrilling early-season clash for the 2024 girlsbasketball season opener. Perry set the pace in the first quarter with intense ball pressure.Despite key players being sidelined, Perry led after the first quarter,…
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Continue ReadingThe Basha Bears hosted the Perry Pumas in a thrilling early-season clash for the 2024 girls
basketball season opener. Perry set the pace in the first quarter with intense ball pressure.
Despite key players being sidelined, Perry led after the first quarter, 15-14. The second quarter
saw Perry extending their lead with impressive ball movement. However, Basha rallied in the
third quarter, narrowing the gap to four points. Basha continued to build momentum in the fourth quarter, with
Grace Beckler
Grace
Beckler
6'0" | PF
Basha | 2026
State
AZ
‘s all-around performance and
Rylie Sword
Rylie
Sword
5'6" | SG
Basha | 2025
State
AZ
‘s sharpshooting leading them to a 70-64 upset win. The rematch on January 6th will be a must attend event.
High-motor player that rarely gives up on a loose ball or rebound. Exceptional athletic ability that allows her to guard multiple positions on the floor and tough to guard in transition. Above average jump shot from 15 feet and can finish at the rim very well in traffic. Plays with a lot of enthusiasm, that her teammates feed off of.
Rylie played very well in her first regular season HS game since tearing her ACL over a year ago. Hitting 5 3-point shots and showed an ability to attack and finish in the paint. Sword can get her shot off with very little room and has a smooth shooting stroke. Looking forward to seeing her continue her growth as she gets more games under her belt this season.
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Coleman plays with great pace and feel for the game. Is not afraid to apply pressure on defense and has a quick, smooth release on her jump shot. Hit some big 3’s in clutch situations that shows she is not daunted when needed most. Look forward to seeing her as a lead guard in the future.
Novelle is a very savvy scorer that can shoot from 3 at a high percentage or beat you in the paint with soft touch around the basket. Her large frame and high IQ make her a very strong rebounder that uses great positioning to snatch rebounds from bigger/more athletic players. Novelle is definitely a player to keep tabs on in the 2026 class.
Henry can score very well at all three levels. Her strength and footwork make her very tough to keep out of the paint. On ball defense is exceptional because of her plus athleticism and long arms, can get back into the play after being beaten. Good court vision, can create easy shots for her teammates by getting into paint at will. An elite talent that will continue to grow as a player.
Trinity is a long athletic forward that runs the floor well and can finish in transition. Rebounds and blocking shots are her main assets in the paint, as she grows into her frame, she will be able to do more with her back to the basket. With skill development, Jones could become an elite college prospect.