PGH Louisiana Expo( Team 4)

Team 4 finished 1-1, showing flashes of dominance with their defensive intensity. They pressured the ball, forced turnovers, and converted stops into transition points. Their energy on defense was the key to their success and gave them their identity throughout the day.      [player_tooltip player_id='943335' first='Kendal' last='Thomas'] was the leading scorer for Team 4, showcasing her ability to score from all three levels. The shifty guard consistently broke down defenders and attacked the rim with ease. Her two-man game in the pick-and-roll with [player_tooltip player_id='1278409' first='Kennedi' last='Turner'] was nearly unstoppable. On the defensive end, Thomas' instincts stood out — jumping passing lanes and creating transition opportunities that fueled her team's fast-paced attack.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/08/26-Kendal-Thomas.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-972937" /></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='946192' first='Kenadie' last='Jackson'] was the defensive engine for Team 4, making her presence felt all over the floor. She came up with big-time blocks, timely steals, and nonstop hustle plays — including a highlight sequence where she sprinted the length of the court and dove to deflect the ball out of bounds. Offensively, Jackson was just as aggressive, attacking the rim at will and scoring in double figures in both games.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/08/12-Kenadie-Jackson-crop-3777x2480-1724166526.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-973958" /></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1278409' first='Kennedi' last='Turner'] delivered an impressive all-around performance. Turner dominated in the post with her footwork and soft touch around the rim. Her pick-and-roll connection with [player_tooltip player_id='943335' first='Kendal' last='Thomas'] was a consistent weapon and nearly unstoppable. On the defensive end, she anchored the paint with elite rim protection, and even pushed the ball in transition with impressive handles for a forward.     [player_tooltip player_id='1279474' first='Alyssa' last='Gray'] brought a smooth, seasoned pace to Team 4's offense. She consistently controlled the tempo, using her floater effectively while also knocking down multiple shots from beyond the arc. Gray showcased her vision with sharp entry passes into the post and thrived in transition, finishing tough plays at the rim.     [player_tooltip player_id='1309016' first='Jamia' last='Raby'] was the designated sharpshooter for Team 4, and her high-arching jumper was automatic all day. What stood out just as much was her movement without the ball — constantly finding gaps in the defense and making herself a scoring option. In addition to her catch-and-shoot ability, Raby mixed in smooth one-dribble pull-ups to keep defenders off balance.     [player_tooltip player_id='1302581' first='Skylar' last='Sylvester'] made her presence felt with relentless activity on the defensive end. She consistently altered and blocked shots in the paint, anchoring Team 4's interior defense. On the glass, Sylvester battled for rebounds and created valuable second-chance opportunities with her effort and positioning.     [player_tooltip player_id='1309325' first='Savanna' last='Westbrooks'] set the tone with her defensive energy. She was disruptive in the passing lanes, creating deflections and steals that turned into fast-break chances. In transition, Westbrooks showed great awareness and finishing ability.     [player_tooltip player_id='1310436' first='Shelby' last='Johnson'] impressed with her rebounding ability, battling on the glass and securing boards despite her size. She showed confidence pushing the ball in transition, using her vision to find teammates cutting to the rim. Defensively, Johnson was aggressive and disciplined, sliding her feet well and cutting off driving lanes to disrupt opposing ballhandlers.     [player_tooltip player_id='1309053' first='Haleigh' last='Brown'] brought toughness as an on-ball defender, making life difficult for opposing guards. She recorded several steals throughout the day with her pressure and anticipation. On the offensive end, Brown showed poise by making smart reads and finding open teammates.

Team 4 finished 1-1, showing flashes of dominance with their defensive intensity. They pressured the ball, forced turnovers, and converted stops into transition points. Their energy on defense was the key to their success and gave them their identity throughout the day.