Chaos in Colorado: Stars Excelling On and Off The Court

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Being a student-athlete requires an immense amount of focus and discipline across all areas of life. Some of these athletes do an incredible job of transferring their well-roundedness to the game. Let's discuss this and applaud these hardworking individuals. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["631336"],"_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-682e2d1b73cb9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='631336' first='Annabel' last='Downing'] (4.0 GPA) is one of [program_tooltip program_id='732418' first='GRIT' last='']'s key pieces in the puzzle. Being able to separate herself from her defender and knock down crucial shots makes Downing a valuable asset for this [program_tooltip program_id='732418' first='GRIT' last=''] roster. Active on defense, Downing communicates with her teammates and rotates efficiently. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["901885"],"_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-682e2d1b73d47"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='901885' first='Paige' last='Gilpatrick'] (4.44 GPA) puts on a masterclass performance across all 3 levels of the floor every game. Gilpatrick converts frequently on looks inside the blocks and around the mid-range. If you give Gilpatrick space to work with, she'll make you pay. A solid rebounder on defense with a high motor, Gilpatrick is an all-around star. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["903397"],"_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-682e2d1b73db4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='903397' first='Elli' last='Nugent'] (4.2 GPA) is a versatile guard who knows how to take care of the ball. At 5'7, Nugent can burst to the basket and convert on tough layups inside. If that wasn't enough, Nugent has proven to be a lethal shooter from beyond the arc. Always shot ready, Nugent is prepared to fire on all cylinders. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["806113"],"_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-682e2d1b73e1c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='806113' first='Maile' last='Starns'] (4.0 GPA) always has her head on a swivel, seeking out ways to score efficiently. With a smooth jumper and a patient style of play, Starns capitalizes on the vast majority of opportunities given to her. Defensively, Starns has no problem locking up her opponents.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["853889"],"_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-682e2d1b73e85"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='853889' first='Sydney' last='Martin'] (4.0 GPA) initiates and dictates the pace of the games she plays in. Standing at 6'0, Martin is an excellent rebounder who knows how to box out in the paint. Making close-range shots is what Martin specializes in, having mastered her footwork down in the blocks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->