The Gritty List Class of 2028

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The one thing about basketball, especially in Utah, is the abundance of players who exhibit exceptional grit and determination on the court. With so many talented athletes to consider, we've curated this list into distinct segments, spotlighting some of the most tenacious players from the Class of 2028.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These names are in no specific order.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["873281"],"_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-68d40010ab345"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Winters is a gritty player who plays defense at an elite level. The way she gets into her stance and defends makes her fun to watch, as she can completely take a player out of their game. On offense she is not afraid to do the dirty work or any work for that matter. Look for Winters to have a great </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["937698"],"_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-68d40010ab3d4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cannon will be a key player for Herriman, taking on the responsibility of the 1-3 positions, and she possesses the necessary skills to excel in this role. On the offensive end, she is a dynamic player, constantly moving around the court, and looking for openings whether she is screening or cutting when she doesn't have the ball. Defensively, she is likely to be tasked with guarding multiple positions, showcasing her versatility and work ethic.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["879599"],"_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-68d40010ab428"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zoe has made significant strides in her development, and her current performance clearly demonstrates her gritty nature. Michaelis is a constant presence on the court, excelling in rebounding and setting effective screens. Defensively, she has improved her footwork and her "wall-ups" are proving to be a challenge for opposing players due to her reach and length. Zoe should have a much improved season this winter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["965048"],"_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-68d40010ab46d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Vance brings a significant amount of energy to the court. Her sustained intensity likely stems from her background in soccer. As a defender, she is fierce and possesses a strong motor. On offense, she excels at penetrating the paint, showcasing her physicality and strength. She is a player who embodies grit on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["941820"],"_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-68d40010ab4ae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='941820' first='Sydnie' last='Griott'] is a tenacious player who consistently competes for loose balls, displaying remarkable grit and determination. She possesses excellent north-south speed and is actively improving her lateral quickness, transforming her into a formidable defensive presence. Griott is also a skilled scorer, displaying accuracy in her shooting and finishing ability around the basket. Furthermore, her active defensive style allows her to create offensive opportunities through timely steals and transition plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->