PGH Spring Tip Off: Saturday PM Standouts
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Yes there were plenty if standouts this morning at the PGH Spring Tip Off event here in Cleveland, but in the afternoon games, the talent continued to shine as these players caught my attention as Day One came to a…
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Continue ReadingYes there were plenty if standouts this morning at the PGH Spring Tip Off event here in Cleveland, but in the afternoon games, the talent continued to shine as these players caught my attention as Day One came to a close tonight at Spire.
Malia had a good game this afternoon when I was present, and she did a lot of good things on the court. She runs the floor well and is able to finish at the rim through contact. Good length, athletic and able to create. Playing for the S40 team, Malia will have chances to shine on some big courts, none bigger this weekend than here in Ohio.
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Jaya not only plays for a solid program in DC Elite, but she truly has a game that will catch your attention. She is a super athletic guard with great moves who does an excellent job elevating above the defenders for the floater or mid range shot. Solid finisher at the rim. Good basketball IQ and a player who has a good work ethic.
Caitlyn is a great athlete who jumps out of the gym, can score on anyone, elevates and scores. Great basketball frame where she can defend literally any position. Swats everything, high number of deflections. Just makes plays and makes her team better.
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Tough post from Chicago, she is really impossible to stop in the paint. A strong, physical frame with excellent handles and runs the floor well in transition. Defensively, she can protect the rim, has good handles and in addition to running the floor well, she also can lead with a great outlet. Left a good impression for the first time I have seen her.
She is no stranger to Ohio basketball fans, and her role with this loaded United team is to display her overall game, not having to score as much as in high school. One of her best attributes is her incredible passing. Great hands with her on-ball defense, able to play fast and turn the mistakes into points.
Tia is a double-double machine with the ability to not only score, but she is strong on the boards. Has good leadership and one thing she does well is communicate on the floor. She has a great frame to control the paint, runs the floor and leads the break. Smooth all-around player.
Amari is another player who is capable to playing multiple positions and can defend different players. She is a scorer who does a good job running the floor. She has good length and is able to play through contact. Really enjoyed watching several teams in the Elevate Elite program, it is players like Amari who should shine with this group.