Leading By Example

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Every team needs a leader. If you want to have a successful team that can win against the best when it matters the most, you need a leader. Below we highlight five prospects that have been leading their prospective teams this winter through strong play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='346291' first='Bella' last='Westbrook'] (Fort Zumwalt East)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Westbrook has been leasing a surprise Fort Zumwalt East team all season long. The team is 15-3 and plays with a high level of chemistry each night. A big reason why is Westbrook who's a strong leader through her play as a sophomore. She has stepped into a big role this season and looks fit to be their main scorer. A talented three-level player, she has been solid from three and at the FT line. She gets the team a bucket when they need it most.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='317343' first='Ava' last='Miles'] (Staley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miles is a major reason why Staley is having such a great season. She leads the team in points, assists, and steals all while being a key contributor on the glass. Her overall approach to the game has been contagious and leads teammates to be the best version of themselves. Her leadership has led this team to a 16-1 record so far. Each player plays hard on both ends and Miles is the head of the snake. A super sophomore.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='255499' first='Lauren' last='Luebbert'] (Marshfield)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marshfield is one of the best teams in all of Class 5 and Luebbert is their top player. She's a true winner who does everything on the floor. Having a player like this as your leader is a coach's dream. The senior maximizes minutes and plays her role perfectly. She's built to excel at the next level and is the type of player you can build a culture around. Luebbert and Marshfield have a chance to end this season on a high note with a deep playoff run.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='644565' first='Kenzie' last='Redus'] (Doniphan)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Doniphan Donettes are 16-0 and Redus is their leader by example. The 6'1 forward has a major impact on the game as a scorer and commands the low post. Her touch and footwork are both apparent. She's the type of player that teammates can rely on to make the right play and she's always open as a passing outlet. The team plays on the back of Redus and her abilities. She's having a tremendous senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->