Stars in their Roles

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Which players have specific roles and execute very well each game? These players know their strengths and play to them. Oftentimes they are specialists or very good at one thing on offense/defense.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='199287' first='Nautica' last='Washington'] (Battle):</strong> Washington is one of the premier playmakers in the middle of the state. She does a very good job of setting the table and making everyone around her better. When she isn't creating for others she's making open shots and playing well within the flow of the offense. A senior who can do whatever is asked of her offensively. She plays her role well and has a selfless mentality.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='392976' first='Macie' last='McNece'] (Marquette): </strong>McNece is an elite shooter who spaces the floor and hits shots with both efficiency and volume. She's continuing her strong run from last season where she made over 75 threes on better than 40% shooting. She's a valuable player because of the spacing she provides and how it can open the floor for teammates. McNece is dangerous from range off the catch and using her dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='515445' first='LaNicia' last='Parker'] (Winnetonka):</strong> Parker is the ultimate energy player who lets her energy and effort make a major impact on the game. Her activity level is constant and she's seeing big returns early in the season. Parker is currently averaging 17.3 PPG and 8.5 RPG. The junior combo guard has turned the corner and has become one of the most productive players in the state. A prospect to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='740363' first='Maddie' last='Hannis'] (St. Joseph's):</strong> Hannis is the ultimate team player on the wing at St. Joseph's. The 5'10 junior makes a major impact on winning and does all the little things. A standout passer, cutter, and defender. She plays in multiple spots on the floor and has good overall feel for the game. You can expect Hannis to touch 5-6 different parts of the box score while defending other teams top players.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='351749' first='Cora' last='Smith'] (Rock Bridge):</strong> Smith is the perfect compliment to this talented Rock Bridge roster. She makes a ton of winning plays, adds floor spacing, and has overall great feel for the game. The 5'11 sophomore doesn't need the ball in her hands to make an impact. That's a testament to her basketball IQ. One of the smartest players in this 2026 class. She's going to be a part of a very good core on the South Side of Columbia for the next three years.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->