Gateway Challenge 2028 Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Girls Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2928 forwards from last weekend's USJN Gateway Challenge in Chesterfield</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":905542,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/05/IMG_2031.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-905542" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Saniah Jones 5'9" ([program_tooltip program_id='712484' first='Della' last='Lamb'] 14U): A 5'9 forward who is strong and likes to play the power game with her physicality. She can seal and deal in the post with a drop step or spin move. She rebounds well out of her area and she will also lead the fast break.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":905543,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/05/IMG_1994.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-905543" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Paige Ivy 5'9" ([program_tooltip program_id='713121' first='Lady' last='Brad Beal Elite'] 14U): A 5'9 forward who has a good blend of quickness and athleticism. She used a quick first step to beat defenders and get into the lane where she finished well. She could also hit the 3-pointer off the pick and pop. She can create matchups problems.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":905581,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/05/IMG_1997.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-905581" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nina Hiavacek (Flash KC 14U): A 5'11 forward who is very mobile and a good worker inside. She passes the ball well from the high post. She rebounds the ball effectively and she runs the court well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":905545,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/05/IMG_1966.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-905545" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='893576' first='Lily' last='Harper'] (TC Hoops 14U): A 5'8 forward who is physically strong and who plays off of her teammates well with her movement. She cuts well and finishes on the move. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":905546,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/05/IMG_2003.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-905546" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tiyelle Fry (Porter Basketball Academy 14U): A 5'11 forward who has impressive length inside. She is a good rebounder and shot blocker. Her offensive game is starting to develop but she keeps the ball high on the catch to score inside. I look forward to seeing her in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":905549,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/05/IMG_2068.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-905549" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lailah Boyd 5'9" ([program_tooltip program_id='712484' first='Della' last='Lamb'] 14U): A 5'9 forward who plays a strong game at both ends of the court. She is also enough to handle the ball and make a play off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":905573,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/05/IMG_2002.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-905573" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1241019' first='Anna' last='Emerson'] (Flash KC 14U): A 5'8 forward who is undersized but she does an effective job inside. She catches the ball and scores on the drop step with her strength. She can also put the ball on the floor and score on the drive</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":905552,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/05/IMG_2027.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-905552" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Erin Donald ([program_tooltip program_id='712597' first='Knights' last='Basketball Academy'] 14U): A 5'11 forward is a 2029 who was playing up during the weekend. She is a physical post with good moves and the ability to seal defenders and hold her position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->