2025 Rankings Update: Underrated and Ready Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the 2024 basketball season tips off, it's time to shine a light on five players from the Class of 2025 who remain underrated despite their impressive performances and leadership qualities. Each of these girls has the talent and determination to elevate their teams to new heights. From scoring prowess to defensive grit, these athletes embody what it means to be impactful contributors. Here's why you should keep an eye on Briza, Kamiree, Taylor, Madison, and [player_tooltip player_id='899784' first='Olivia' last=''] this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["374182"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674e008415ac2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Denver Christian's guard Kamiree is more than just a scorer—she's the heartbeat of her team. Coming into this season as the unquestioned leader, Kamiree's role goes beyond putting points on the board. Her high-level defensive play and ability to inspire her teammates make her an indispensable piece. With her leadership, Denver Christian has a legitimate chance to exceed expectations this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["329349"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674e008415b54"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Last season, Taylor began to emerge from her shell, growing more confident within her role. This year, she's ready to take the next step as the go-to player for her team, especially in crunch time. Her development as a clutch performer and consistent contributor will be crucial to her team's success. Taylor is more than prepared to embrace the pressure and deliver when it matters most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["374163"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674e008415bc2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='374163' first='Madison' last='Sepeda'] is the epitome of a floor general. As the heart and soul of Greeley Central, she orchestrates the offense with a masterful balance of distributing the ball and knowing when to score. Her basketball IQ and unselfish play set her apart, making her a nightmare for opposing defenses. Madison's ability to control the flow of the game will be key to Greeley Central's performance this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["374155"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674e008415c20"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bear Creek's [player_tooltip player_id='899784' first='Olivia' last=''] Kan is a dynamic floor general who does it all. She controls the pace of the game, scores when her team needs her most, and plays fearless defense. [player_tooltip player_id='899784' first='Olivia' last='']'s high basketball IQ and competitive fire make her a standout on both ends of the floor. Her consistent energy and ability to lead by example will undoubtedly make Bear Creek a tough matchup for anyone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["366412"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-674e008415c7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">After a stellar junior campaign where she averaged 18.3 points per game and shot 28% from three, Briza is coming into this season with a chip on her shoulder. Last year, she led Highland to an 18-7 record, but this year, she's determined to take her team even further. Known for her relentless scoring ability and knack for stepping up in big moments, Briza is poised to dominate and solidify her place as one of the top players in her class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->