Division II State Championships Day 1 Preview

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE "tinnon30" FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Clap! Clap! Clap! Yeah!!!!! It's here baby. Opening day of the Division ll State championship. Wow, what a journey it has been. It has been filled with ups and downs, but those who battled throughout have made it to where they belong. Today in Cookeville, we will have a slate of awesome games that will surely get the crowd off their feet. Each contest will be tight as every single one of these ball clubs will be bringing something special to the table.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are today's matchups:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TKA vs. PCA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Webb Bell Buckle vs. USJ</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's the Battle of the Lady Lions!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the first game today, this will be a stellar matchup that will see each team play with efficiency. Both teams have size, a solid inside/ out attack, girls who can knock down the outside shot, and both play hard on the defensive end. Neither team has an edge, as both are built very similarly. This is going to be a grinding matchup as both teams will be running their stuff with precision, valuing the basketball.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Both teams have had an exceptional year thus far. So, this matchup is going to come down to who wants it more. Here are two key players who will be the X factors for their clubs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["583370"],"_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-67c9bead42e17"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She elevates those around her and brings it each and every game. She is a heady PG who can score it, facilitate the rock, and bring the juice. She is one of the top players in her class and an exceptional leader; her teams feeds off her energy. She's a gamer, and her on-court decision-making will help determine the outcome of this game. Look for her to bring it.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155053"],"_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-67c9bead42ec5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She has jumped on the high school season as a freshman. Eva has had a phenomenal year where she has contributed in multiple phases of the game. From being a leading scorer to playing solid D, she has displayed relentless effort in everything she has done. This kid is fearless and will look to be in attack mode when her ball club tips off. Her stock is rising, and everyone knows she is a heck of a soccer player, go ahead and say the same about being a hardwood prospect as well.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the second game, there will be big-time talent taking the court. Both teams can score at a high clip. They possess size and athleticism and can D up. Who gets the nod in this matchup? Shoot, either one. Both of these clubs have won over the past years. So, the familiarity of being on the big stage is normal to them. It's going to come down to finishing each possession and eliminating turnovers. Whoever controls the boards and capitalizes on opportunities will be the victorious ones.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are the key players of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["889931"],"_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-67c9bead42f46"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I think this senior is ready to be that factor her team needs. Everyone will be keying on others, which will free up Ellen to do her thing. She doesn't get a lot of publicity but has been solid throughout this year. She can put it on the floor, but letting it fly from long range is her thing. Look for her to be in a position to knock down some key buckets in this matchup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["409021"],"_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-67c9bead42fc0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She's just solid. She knows when and where to make the right plays. I love her ability to shoot it from afar, but she doesn't even hesitate on putting the ball on the floor and finishing at the rim. Her ability to push the ball and get her team into favorable sets will be all the difference in this matchup. Look for her to be effective early and often. <br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->