2025 Salsa Slam: Standout Players Part One

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- </em>The 2025 Salsa Slam was a three day, three game guarantee tournament, featuring 20 teams total. Each of the respective teams got two pool play games before being seeded for bracket play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some notable standout players from the girls' varsity division, which was held at Academy high school! (1/2)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648191"],"_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-6818f2989de38"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It was a solid weekend for Dyer, whose versatility was on full display. Not only was Dyer knocking down perimeter shots, but she was also able to get to the basket off the dribble, pretty much anytime she wanted.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Furthermore, Dyer's length allowed her to shoot over smaller defenders and on the flip side, allowed her to defend multiple positions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["893556"],"_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-6818f2989dea7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rose's play-making ability was evident on both ends of the court, thanks to her elite speed and motor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rose was phenomenal in transition, often leaving opposing defenders in the rear-view mirror. On top of that, Rose was crafty enough to split multiple defenders, en route to easy layups.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1058917"],"_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-6818f2989def7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This past weekend, Benally did a great job of pushing the tempo, both as a facilitator and as a scorer. Moreover, Benally provided a good change of pace at the point-guard position for her squad. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Benally was jumping passing lanes which ultimately resulted in multiple steals, leading to easy baskets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648210"],"_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-6818f2989df42"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown showcased excellent decision making when operating in the half-court. Largely in part because she was patient, but more importantly, because she is a willing passer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Additionally, Brown connected on multiple three-pointers, all in catch and shoot situations. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1068199"],"_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-6818f2989df8d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Due to her effort and activity, Tsosie continuously found herself in a position to make and or extend plays. What's more, Tsosie exhibited a smooth looking jumper, both inside and outside the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tsosie is extremely comfortable operating as a baseline runner and does not need much room, to get a shot off. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->