July Skill Specialists : Sharpshooting 2026 Guards

With July here, we are approaching the final live periods of the year for club basketball. Coaches have been watching players throughout the spring and summer and will now take some final looks to determine who is offer-worthy. Here, I want to showcase some skill specialists to watch out for in July.    [player_tooltip player_id='756757' first='Sophia' last='Landen'] has perfected the catch-and-shoot three-ball. If she has any space to get her shot off, she'll let it fly—and she's not just a three-point shooter, she's a three-point maker. She connects at a high percentage, with a consistent follow-through that allows her to still score even on hard closeouts. The ball barely touches the rim, going straight through the net.     [player_tooltip player_id='1223054' first='Malia' last='Stevens'] has one of the quickest releases and gets on the balls of her feet with urgency. At 5'11", it's hard to close out on her in time before she gets her shot off. Not only is she consistent from the three-point line, but she can also hit mid-range shots and score off the dribble. Her ability to get the ball into a high shooting pocket without dipping makes her shot tough to time and contest, making her a perfect option for quick-hit plays.     [player_tooltip player_id='221610' first='Karolina' last='Ramirez'] possesses a wide range of skills and brings a unique swagger to her game. Her ability to shoot the ball is what truly stands out. Whether off the catch or the dribble, she creates separation with ease—using her defender's momentum against them to get into a smooth step-back three that's pure poetry in motion. Ramirez plays tough, hard-nosed defense and hustles in transition to find open looks. She thrives in split-action sets, executing pitch-backs effectively, and if you go under a screen or lose track of her, she's automatic from deep. Ramirez is a hidden gem who could make a recruiter look like a genius this July.     [player_tooltip player_id='1219023' first='Sanai' last='Forrester-Jhagroo'] can get on a roll quickly. She has the ability to hit three or four long-range shots in a row. As a volume shooter, you cannot allow Sanai to see that first shot go through the net—because after that, all she needs is a little space to get her shot off. She has the confidence to take tough shots and still knock them down. Her long wingspan allows her to shoot over taller defenders, making her even more dangerous. As a volume scorer, she can fill it up in a hurry.     (Cover photo) [player_tooltip player_id='1215719' first='Carson' last='Fayard'] has collegiate-level length and size, along with great shooting mechanics and footwork that translate well to the next level. Carson always has her eyes on the rim when she catches the ball and follows through completely after her release, all the way through the net. Whether she's on-ball or off-ball defensively, she is a threat. And whether she's shooting off the catch or coming off a screen, if she gets the space, the shot looks good every time. Look for Carson to add to her offers this July.

With July here, we are approaching the final live periods of the year for club basketball. Coaches have been watching players throughout the spring and summer and will now take some final looks to determine who is offer-worthy. Here, I want to showcase some skill specialists to watch out for in July.