The Players to KNOW: Class 5A Quarterfinals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Game 1</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Booker T Washington 61</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Del City 45</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Game 2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carl Albert</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bishop Kelley</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Game 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>El Reno 42</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Durant 25</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Game 4</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coweta 50</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Classen SAS 28</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["309984"],"_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-67cf4dd3d4127"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pressure makes diamonds and one of Oklahoma's brightest diamonds shined under the bright lights of State. Statement block in the first half? Check. Back breaking three pointers? Check. Powerful and agile drives? Check.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson is a box office player, and even with the game starting at 9 AM, it was still a primetime performance. She finished with a stat line of 30 points, 9 rebounds and 3 steals. And most importantly earning a semifinal contest on Thursday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["556050"],"_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-67cf4dd3d41ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Lady Hornets are a team filled with electricity, including senior Owens. The West Texas A&amp;M commit was electric in first half, often going coast to coast on rebounds or steals. Along with the outstanding speed, she's quick and with great footwork to blow by defenders. She did most of his scoring in the opening half, but they were crucial in building a halftime lead. She had 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 steals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913548"],"_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-67cf4dd3d4203"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The freshman has been surging down the stretch and Monday morning was no different. Scored a game high 23 points, in a variety of ways. Hit open threes, can take it all the way to the rim, or hit floaters over defender's outstretched arms. Complete and very advanced scoring skillset for her age. It's been a very impressive start to Richardson's high school career, and she'll get a big test on Thursday vs Booker T Washington.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["315196"],"_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-67cf4dd3d4255"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The difference during El Reno's playoff run continue to be the determination of Thomas and her fellow senior Bugaj. They've been forged in the fires of last year's title run, and battled tested through some up and downs this year. Now the Missouri Southern signee has been nearly unstoppable down the stretch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">There's seems to always be a momentum shifting three. Then Thomas will throw a picture perfect lead pass to a cutting teammate. Throw her the rock on the block, and it might as well be an automatic two. Finished with a 14 point, 9 rebound, 3 assist state line. Sets up a Thursday semifinal, that is also a rematch of last year's semifinal, against Coweta. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She's skilled. She's tough. She's motivated. And perhaps most importantly, she's a winner. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["606266"],"_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-67cf4dd3d42ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fast and strong, Dennis led the way with 18 points. Was a pest with three steals as well. She's strong at the rim and has an in between game. Capable of hitting pull up jumpers around the free throw line. Along with the ability to hit floaters over outstretched arms. The sophomore spark plug has her helped senior laden team in the semifinals for the second straight year, where they will again play El Reno. This time, they'll be the hoping for a different outcome. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["802036"],"_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-67cf4dd3d42fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thornton is a battler and left it on the court to the tine of 19 points and 7 rebounds. Gave BTW fits at times on the block. But she's more than just energy and determination, there's been a good development in her shooting touch. She drained her one three attempt, and went 6-7 from the charity stripe. Both very good signs about her potential to succeed at the next level. North Texas is getting a good prospect, who will help immediately in the interior. With the room to continue to grow her all around game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["801993"],"_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-67cf4dd3d4345"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In the opening quarter, Toure was unstoppable on the block and offensive glass. She has quick hands, with soft touch. Along with a physical nature that makes defenders bounce off of her. Another senior who clearly left it all on the court. Finished with 14 points and 9 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["751193"],"_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-67cf4dd3d4391"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Promising sophomore scorer, did her damage at the rim and in then mid-range. Good, soft touch on her shots. Liked a wrap around pass she made at one point too. Drove deep, got the defense to commit and set up a teammate with a great look. Solid all around guard, who now has a State Tournament appearance on her resume. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["890046"],"_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-67cf4dd3d43df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Durant's had a memorable year with the trials they underwent, culminating in this State Tournament appearance. Unfortunately they came up short against the defending 5A champs. They'll have a chance to make more noise in their future with a good sophomore core, featuring Wilson. She's a quick guard, who can also hit jumpers off the dribble. Her crossover is also an ankle breaker, that had defenders on their heels throughout the contest. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->