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New Names to Know: Defensive Anchors in the Frontcourt

New Names to Know: Defensive Anchors in the Frontcourt
Maury Jackson
Maury Jackson October 29, 2025 @ 03:36 PM
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The ladies below are elite shot blockers and relentless rebounders. They control the paint like no other. Their size and physicality is a load to handle inside. Not only are they DPOY candidates, they are irreplaceable to their team's overall success. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Kenzie Harrington","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12120","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Forest Lake Christian","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68eb2c6631f17"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">14 rebounds and over 7 blocks per game as a sophomore! She will put up huge numbers as a junior. Expect <strong>Kenzie </strong>to have more confidence and opportunity offensively. Expect her to also have several triple doubles this year. <strong>Kenzie</strong> had 8 games with double-digit blocks last year! Her work on the offensive glass stands out in particular. She gets off the ground fairly quickly. What makes her special is exceptional timing. She set the tone and made big plays for a Forest Lake Christian squad that finished 10-2 in league play. <strong>Kenzie</strong> is a gamechanger in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Emily Farr","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12120","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Poway","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68eb3054572ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Emily</strong> is a hidden gem from San Diego. 14 games with 14+ rebounds last year. Season high of 25 rebounds (15 off), including a 23 point 23 rebound performance.<strong> </strong>Her basketball IQ is elite. Showcases quick hands and good reaction time in tight spaces. One of the few posts who consistently boxes out.<strong> Emily</strong> went for 18 rebounds and 7 steals in last year's season opener. Poway High School won the hard-fought game vs. Eastlake 37-30. <strong>Emily</strong> plays her role to perfection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":" Chrisshaya Haygood","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Sacramento","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68eb379f54984"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The flag football standout stood out on the hardwood as a freshman. <strong>Chrisshaya </strong>routinely bullies bigger players. Her versatility defensively is special! One notable performance last year: 22 points, 15 rebounds, 3 steals, and 11 blocks. High-level motor. She backs down from absolutely no one. Plays with tenacity and a chip on her shoulder. <strong>Chrisshaya</strong> understands how to front bigs and keep them uncomfortable in the paint. Uses her quickness to jump passes in the post. <strong>Chrisshaya</strong> is an elite shot blocker on jumpshots in particular because of her timing and athleticism.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":" Katrina Purcell","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12120","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Scripps Ranch","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68eb379f54a15"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Katrina</strong> is a gifted shot blocker hailing from the San Diego area. She was a pivotal player for a Scripps Ranch squad that finished 1st in league play last year. Her impact on winning is undeniable. <strong>Katrina</strong> began the 2024 season with 7 blocks in back-to-back games. 19 games with 3+ blocks, a testament of her consistency and ability to stay out of foul trouble. <strong>Katrina </strong>is also productive on the offensive glass. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Ava Hepworth","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Las Plumas ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Team Kidd (Sac)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68eb31afe6459"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Ava</strong> is a nimble big with a solid all-around game. She is a physical presence inside, but also has finesse to her game. Reliable finisher and great screener who holds her ground in the post on both ends. <strong>Ava</strong> understands how to use her size and strength. Rarely does she give up offensive rebounds. Her motor allows her to dominate the boards in stretches. <strong>Ava</strong> contributes to winning and has the ability to thrive in any system.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Matalie Floyd","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Kimball","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68eb379f548e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Matalie</strong> finished 8th in the entire state for blocks per game... as a freshman. Expect her to swat shots left and right this year. <strong>Matalie's</strong> long wingspan and elite instincts give her an advantage. She had a 3-game stretch last year with 10, 14, and 7 blocks! There are stretches when she dominates the glass, but her #1 attribute is shot blocking. <strong>Matalie Floyd</strong> is a Tier 1 rim protector in the sophomore class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Olivia Molina","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'9u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Ramona","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68eb379f54b23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Olivia</strong> is a position-less player who can do-it-all. She plays the passing lane well, which leads to fastbreak opportunities for her team. Keeps her head up and finds teammates in transition.<strong> Olivia </strong>rebounds, playmakes, scores, defends, whatever is needed for the team. Her ability to guard 4, sometimes 5 positions is extremely valuable. Willing to guard in the paint or on the perimeter. <strong>Olivia's</strong> basketball IQ is top-notch. She averaged nearly 15ppg last year for the 25-6 Ramona Rams. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Zeynep Tepegoz","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12120","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Leland","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68eb379f54a9e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Zeynep</strong> is a long, towering big who stays active and engaged defensively. She can care less about the number of touches she gets offensively. <strong>Zeynep's</strong> help defense is truly special. She will have HUGE shot blocking numbers this year. Her wingspan and quickness catches players off guard. <strong>Zeynep</strong> has clearly been coached well. Keeps her hands up and knows how to stay vertical. She is a nightmare in the paint for slashing guards and scoring bigs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The ladies below are elite shot blockers and relentless rebounders. They control the paint like no other. Their size and physicality is a load to handle inside. Not only are they DPOY candidates, they are irreplaceable to their team's overall success.

Kenzie Harrington

Kenzie Harrington

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS C
CLASS 2027

Kenzie Harrington

School: Forest Lake Christian
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Emily Farr

Emily Farr

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS C
CLASS 2026

Emily Farr

School: Poway
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 Chrisshaya Haygood

Chrisshaya Haygood

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS PF
CLASS 2028

Chrisshaya Haygood

School: Sacramento
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 Katrina Purcell

Katrina Purcell

HEIGHT 6'2"
POS C
CLASS 2026

Katrina Purcell

School: Scripps Ranch
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Ava Hepworth

Ava Hepworth

HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PF
CLASS 2026

Ava Hepworth

School: Las Plumas
Club: Team Kidd (Sac)
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Matalie Floyd

Matalie Floyd

POS PF
CLASS 2028

Matalie Floyd

School: Kimball
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Olivia Molina

Olivia Molina

HEIGHT 5'9"
POS PF
CLASS 2026

Olivia Molina

School: Ramona
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Zeynep Tepegoz

Zeynep Tepegoz

POS C
CLASS 2027

Zeynep Tepegoz

School: Leland
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