Athleticism and Leadership Define Central-Tuscaloosa’s Outlook

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Central-Tuscaloosa Lady Falcons</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Class 6A Area 6&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Head Coach: Michael Rivers&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Last Season Record: 18-11&nbsp;(According to maxpreps.com)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>Key Players:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1165109' first='Kelly' last='Eubanks']</strong> (5'11/G|F|C/'28/Central High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: 5x.kelly</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Kelly is a versatile talent with the size to play multiple positions and the athleticism to thrive in transition. She runs the floor hard, finishes well at the rim, and uses her length to create mismatches. Her ability to impact the game as a rebounder, rim runner, and slasher makes her a key piece for Central's future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Airriel Norfleeet</strong> (5'8/SG/'26/Central-Tuscaloosa)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Airriel is the veteran leader of the group and sets the tone on both ends of the floor. She is a reliable shooter with range, stretches defenses, and keeps opponents honest. Defensively, she takes pride in locking down her assignment and brings toughness and consistency. As a senior, her leadership and experience will be invaluable for the Lady Falcons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Micah Steward</strong> (PG/'27/Central-Tuscaloosa)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Micah is the steady hand at point guard, capable of running the offense and creating opportunities for her teammates. She has the ball-handling skills to handle pressure, the quickness to get into the lane, and the vision to distribute effectively. Her growth as a playmaker will be key for Central's offensive success this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>Returning Starters:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Kelley Eubanks (SF/10th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Airriell Norfleet (SG/12th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Micah Steward (PG/11th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>New Additions:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Zy McGruder (Wing/9th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>What To Expect From The Lady Falcons This Season:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">The Lady Falcons will look to use their athleticism to their advantage, pushing the tempo, defending with intensity, and capitalizing on transition opportunities. With a mix of veteran leadership and emerging young talent, Central-Tuscaloosa has the tools to compete with anyone on their schedule.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>What Will It Take for The Lady Falcons To Win State?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">For Central, the formula is clear: defense, hustle, and forcing turnovers. If they can consistently disrupt opponents, finish possessions with rebounds, and turn defense into offense, the Lady Falcons will have a strong chance to make a deep postseason run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->