Day 1 Guard Play (Notes) Battle at the Hive

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Taking a look at several guards that caught my attention this past Saturday at Battle at the Hive. The talent level was deep at the guard position from those 2026 that are making that last push of AAU to the 2028 and 2029 class that is loaded with talent. Excited to see what offers these 2026 will get and the growth of these young players. I know I missed some so hit me up with highlights and give me a follow X coachjvick1 and on IG @coach_jvick</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1220158"],"_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-67e0c06605d1f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A very impressive 2029 that played up with her group this weekend. A long tall guard that had no problem getting downhill to the rim. Impressive was how she used her skill set to avoid getting her shot block. One time she scored right hand on left side then next trip it was a reverse layup under the bucket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A high percentage shooter that can spot up on a break or shoot the 3 coming off a drag screen in transition. Created opportunities for her teammates with her passing abilities. A 2029 that I will be following this summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Brooklynn McKie","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12121","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Legacy High School ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"LegYnds","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e1867d6b0b4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">First time having the opportunity to watch Brooklynn play this weekend. A excellent 3 point shooter that is a must find beyond the arch. The quick release and ready to shoot footwork allows her to be that catch and shoot player. The shot off the ball screen makes a must fight over type of player. A 2028 out of Wichita Falls, TX that will have people like myself asking who she is. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["999602"],"_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-67e1867d6b117"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A hard nose player that plays all out in between the lines on every play. A nice combo guard that can handle the ball but also play the 2-3 spot. An aggressive downhill driver that would fit perfectly in a 5 out or dribble drive system. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defense is what caught my attention Saturday. Emma understands the rotation of a press and got her hands on a lot of balls. Strong rebounder as well for her size. A physical guard that just plays basketball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["885517"],"_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-67e227d2ac491"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Strong combo guard with great size that is a physical guard. Quick shot on the released knocking down several from deep Saturday. Good open floor vision that made correct decisions resulting in layups for her tea. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Aggressive on the defense ends with hands in the passing lanes resulting in several steals leading to points off turnovers. Really liked the hustle she gives when crashing the boards., Currently ranked #2 in her class at her position which is well deserved after watching her play</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["880994"],"_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-67e227d2ac513"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A very smooth combo guard that just plays with a calmness about her. Great length for a 5'10 guard. Quick feet and good body controlled allowed her to continually get by her defender. Attacked the rim with head reading the next level of defense. Smooth pull jumper in the mid range with a lot of lift releasing at top of jump. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Impressive player that kept catching my eye with her quick first step getting by her defender. A 2026 to keep an eye on this summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":1222127,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Zoie Johnson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Carl Albert HS","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='715398' first='Krush' last='Queens'] 28","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e227d2ac58d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A very dynamic 2029 PG that consistently kept getting to the bucket Saturday. Strong driver that created contact while protecting the ball for the finish. Good tempo ball handler that was in command when running the half court sets. Liked the vision on the drives reading second level defense to dish off the drop pass to the backside. Great job of pulling up in the gap for the mid range jumper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On defense a guard that will apply the pressure 94 feet. Quick hands and good instincts on ball stealing several crossovers for easy buckets. The lateral quickness she has makes her a tough defender on the front of the press. Played with a high IQ as she was always talking on defense. A 2029 who stock will rise this summer </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->