Built to Compete: A Preview of Colorado Hoopsters 17U P24

The [program_tooltip program_id='716215' first='Colorado' last='Hoopsters'] 17U P24 squad is full of size, skill, and confidence—featuring versatile talent across the board that can adapt to any game style. Whether it's pace-and-space, physical play in the paint, or half-court execution, this group has all the tools to compete at a high level. Here's a breakdown of who to watch this season.    A long, athletic wing with a smooth stroke, Reece knocks down the three at a high clip and creates offense on the perimeter. She uses her length and body control to get what she wants in the paint, even against taller defenders.     Crafty and composed, Santana is a true floor general who knows when to score and when to facilitate. She doesn't force anything but still finds ways to get buckets and set the table for her teammates with smart, unselfish play.     A versatile player who can slide into multiple positions, Paige thrives when attacking open lanes and finishing through contact, whether in transition or the half-court. She's also a reliable floor-spacer, capable of hitting threes from a variety of spots.     Nelson is the team's wild card a do-it-all contributor who adjusts to what the game needs. She can knock down the three as a spot-up threat, take over lead guard responsibilities, or be a pesky, disruptive presence on defense.     Aaliyah really shines in this system, especially when she gets one-on-one matchups that let her go to work. She scores from all three levels and holds her own physically, not giving up any ground to smaller guards or bigger posts.     Austin brings a combination of athleticism and post skill that makes her tough to guard. She scores in the paint—whether back to the basket or at the high post and defends on the wing without giving up anything easy.     Juliet is the glue that holds this team together. An elite rebounder who keeps possessions alive or ends them on defense, she also hits threes in both the half-court and transition and is always dependable on the defensive end.     The Arizona native adds a different layer to the team's offensive attack. She's a smooth three-level scorer who gets into the mid-range with ease, can stretch the floor from deep, and finishes strong when attacking the rim.

The Colorado Hoopsters 17U P24 squad is full of size, skill, and confidence—featuring versatile talent across the board that can adapt to any game style. Whether it's pace-and-space, physical play in the paint, or half-court execution, this group has all the tools to compete at a high level. Here's a breakdown of who to watch this season.