Week 4 “Four-Ward” Report

Week 4 provided the opportunity to see some outstanding Forward play around the North Florida area. In this article, we hilight some of the standouts and provide insight into their performances.    [player_tooltip player_id='751625' first='Terrell' last='McCoy'] solidified herself as one of the unstoppable forces on the First Coast. Her physicality was unmatched and it just looks different when she bumps her defender. Power forward McCreary (below) of Tocoi Creeks gets a courage medal for standing in there and attempting to take a charge. McCoy's game is not just predicated on power, but on agility, skill, a high basketball IQ and a desire to dominate. McCoy runs the floor well, has soft hands, and can score the ball in transition. In the set offense, she gets great position on the blocks. She also plays outside the paint and does a great job of making timely cuts to the ball or going back door. McCoy also understands situational basketball and that is where her IQ on the court really shines. She demonstrated it with a two pointer off the glass as time expired.     [player_tooltip player_id='400786' first='Imani' last='Henderson'] was out there blocking shots with authority this week and dominating on the glass on both ends of the floor. The power forward is in a rare class when you factor in her size, athleticism, and her ability to deliver in the clutch. Henderson has that switch that she can turn on in pressure moments. With the game on the line, she will make the block, score the winning basket, grab the crucial rebound, or do whatever it takes to win. Henderson runs the floor and can score in transition. She controls the glass and does a good job of scoring off the rebound. Defensively, Henderson thrives in the paint and usually blocks everything in her vicinity or at least intimidates the opponent. Henderson is an elite athlete and when it's all said and done she could end up as one of the top bigs to ever play on the First Coast.     [player_tooltip player_id='514916' first='Caeli' last='Weaver'] provided a glimpse of what the future holds. A few blocked shots, a baseline jumper, a nice layup, and some physical play on the inside against the most physical player in North Florida. The Freshman forward has soft hands and plays on both sides of the floor. Weaver is one of the brightest young Forwards in North Florida.     [player_tooltip player_id='633529' first='Mia' last='Chandler'] (cover) showed a lot of versatility to her game during week four. Chandler played a lot on the perimeter and that's not where she has played in the past. She handled the ball a lot more and had some good plays. She was able to take the ball to the basket and even showed some craftiness to her game. Chandler's speed and athleticism are undeniable. She continues to excel on the offensive boards and her explosiveness allows her continuously reload and jump, often leaving the opposition flat on the floor. A few times Chandler utilized this skill by throwing the ball of the glass and getting the rebound and scoring. A point guard injury has affected the play of Atlantic Coast and as a result, players are having to do other things. Chandler is having to take on additional duties as a ball handler and as a distributor.     [player_tooltip player_id='974196' first='Trinity' last='Dinkins'] continues to play above her age as she turned in a double-double performance (15 points - 13 rebounds). Dinkins plays on both sides of the ball and has a high basketball IQ. She has the ability to see the floor and instinctively anticipate the next step. Dinkins plays plays on the wing, and has the size and versatility to play 4 positions on the floor.

Week 4 provided the opportunity to see some outstanding Forward play around the North Florida area. In this article, we hilight some of the standouts and provide insight into their performances.