Headliners Invitational Cheat Sheet: Shooting Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Headliners Invitational Showcase was a groundbreaking experience in 2023--it's back and better than ever. My definition of a prospective showcase includes three elements: 1) College-caliber players, 2) College Coaches, and 3) Media Exposure from a respected source in the high school girls basketball recruiting arena. The Headliners Invitational checks all three boxes and then some. 19 colleges from D2, D3, NAIA, NCCAA, and JUCO college programs in Michigan have pre-registered to recruit at this [program_tooltip program_id='923712' first='Prepare' last='2 Win Basketball'] Showcase. The High School and Middle School sessions sold out within two weeks of opening registration, confirming the desire in our community for this event format and trust in the host to deliver a valuable experience.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1344348,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/11/Session-Two-crop-1933x1270-1760980619.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-1344348" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Headliners Invitational, 2023.</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1344364,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/11/Session-One--crop-1639x1076-1760980735.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-1344364" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Headliners Invitational, 2023.</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1344376,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/11/PXL_20231112_210352084-crop-3226x2118-1760980817.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-1344376" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Headliners Invitational, 2023.</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Following the precedent set by Prep Girls Hoops, EVERY prospect attending the Headliners Invitational Showcase will receive a numbered jersey and be included in a post-event article. College coaches who have pre-registered to attend the event will be provided a hard copy recruiting packet with all the information necessary to evaluate during the event and contact prospects afterwards. The event format is EXACTLY what I believe needs to be present to 1) Thoroughly evaluate a prospect, 2) Fully demonstrate a prospect's recruitable qualities, and 3) Cultivate a connection with college coaches. Everything about this showcase is intentional, and nothing is being done haphazardly. College coaches will lead prospects during the skill stations and coach the players during games. Maximum ball touches have been built into this event through stations, 3v3, and 5v5 play. There will be a Headliners Invitational MVP selected for both sessions and FREE access to film following the event on SnipBack. A special edition T-shirt will be given to our 2025 showcase MVPs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1344465,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/10/Colleges-Attending-Headliners.png?w=819" alt="" class="wp-image-1344465" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Pre-Registered Colleges Attending the Headliners Invitational. </figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I firmly believe that there is a perfect recruiting match for every college and skill prospect attending this event. The anticipation is building, so...without further ado, let's take a sneak peek at several shooting guard prospects competing during session one at the [program_tooltip program_id='923712' first='Prepare' last='2 Win Basketball'] "Headliners Invitational Showcase"!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1256677"],"_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-68f8ccad4cce7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maizee is going to be a very productive guard for Davison this winter. Maizee has a pure three-point shot, sets up teammates with her crisp passes, and works hard on the defensive end. She's thrived in multiple showcases leading up to this weekend, and I'm excited to see her compete at the Headliners Invitational.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["751167"],"_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-68f8ccad4cd49"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sophia was a Top Performer at the PGH Expo, and she'll be one of the premier guard prospects on the court at the Headliners Invitational. She's a sharpshooter with polished ball-handling and a non-stop motor. Sophia can flat-out score, and she'll be a prospect coaches pay attention to on Sunday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1243299"],"_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-68f8ccad4cd96"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sheana is a quick and scrappy guard who can get to the rim. She creates driving lanes with her crossovers to score layups and dishes out passes to open teammates. Sheana isn't afraid to let it fly from three-point range, and she'll be a prospect to watch at the Headliners Invitational on Sunday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1000598"],"_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-68f8ccad4cde0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Halle is a versatile guard-wing prospect who can create space with her dribble, finish in traffic, bury triples, and distribute the rock. She competes with a high motor: disrupting passing lanes with her length and securing rebounds on both ends. Halle is a prospect college coaches will be excited to see at the Headliners Invitational.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1293521"],"_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-68f8ccad4ce28"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gabbi had a solid day at the PGH Freshman Showcase, and she looks ready to make an immediate impact for Fraser this winter. Gabbi drives with a full head of steam, finishes with strength, battles inside to secure rebounds, and changes directions suddenly with a variety of dribble combinations. She's going to give the upperclassmen all they can handle on Sunday at the Headliners Invitational.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["860186"],"_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-68f8ccad4ce6f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Summer has the fundamental skills, toughness, and physicality to play inside or on the perimeter. She works hard on defense and muscles her way into a rebounding position. Summer pours in timely three-pointers, drives by defenders for layups, and finishes with strength. She'll be a 2026 prospect for college coaches to focus on during the Headliners Invitational.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["807310"],"_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-68f8ccad4ceb6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kaitlyn can take over games when she gets open looks from three-point distance. She turned in one of the most exciting single-game performances I've ever seen last year at the Swartz Creek Showcase. Kaitlyn sank a jaw-dropping eight triples with six coming in the second quarter. She's a shooter who handles the ball with confidence and I'm excited to see her compete at the Headliners Invitational on Sunday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->