Handles, Vision, Leadership: PG's Built For The Next Level

Every team needs a point guard. Having a good one makes the game easier for both the coach and the team. A PG who can handle the ball, see the floor, make the right passes, control the tempo, and still score is a thing of beauty—and here are some who are ready for the next level.    [player_tooltip player_id='514608' first='Evie' last='Freeman'] has lightning speed and tight ball handles, she protects the ball like a next level PG and she makes decisions on the floor just as quick as she plays being able to pass the ball with her left and right hand in tight spaces and she competes on every possession and has no problem guarding her matchup, she has the shouldnt be rare skill of playing hard no matter the score she plays the same whether she makes 3 in a row or she misses 3 in a row which makes her mentally tough enough to play at the next level     (cover photo) [player_tooltip player_id='892014' first='Kelsey' last='Sharpe'] is a hard-nosed defender who causes havoc for her matchups. It's often said that you can only play as high as you can guard—and Sharpe can defend some of the best ball handlers around. She's no slouch on offense either, showcasing craftiness around the rim and a smooth shooting form. She plays hard from start to finish and will be a steal for any program.     [player_tooltip player_id='515051' first='Ekklesia' last='Anderson'] is a slashing point guard with quick decision-making skills. Her ability to combine speed and strength to get to the rim is impressive, and her vision to find open teammates when the defense overcommits adds even more versatility to her game—making her a valuable asset to any program.     [player_tooltip player_id='248697' first='Paisley' last='Binswanger'] has tight handles and uses them effectively to get to her spots on the floor for clean shot opportunities. She also does a great job of drawing contact to get to the free-throw line. Unselfish and high-IQ, Paisley can run an offense, get her team into a system, and make the right reads—while also having the ability to improvise when needed, which is a special skill. She can also play off the ball and make the same high-level decisions, giving teams the flexibility to run with two point guards.     [player_tooltip player_id='1232612' first='Emma' last='Esparza'] plays the point guard position in its purest form—scoring based on what the defense gives her without forcing the action. She can finish at the rim with grace or knock down the three-point shot with impressive consistency. What truly stands out is her leadership. Whether on her high school or travel team, it's clear her teammates trust her. She ensures everyone is in the right spot and motivates them when mistakes happen. Her high-level competitive energy is infectious and spreads throughout the entire team.     [player_tooltip player_id='880384' first='Jada' last='Clardy'] has the size and athleticism to compete at the next level. Her ability to play at her own pace and not let defenders speed her up will translate well as she advances. Defensively, she's scrappy and uses her length to poke the ball loose and force turnovers. In transition, she displays strong vision and gets the ball up the floor quickly to find her sprinting teammates.

Every team needs a point guard. Having a good one makes the game easier for both the coach and the team. A PG who can handle the ball, see the floor, make the right passes, control the tempo, and still score is a thing of beauty—and here are some who are ready for the next level.