Best Upperclassman Performances from Week 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The high school regular season officially began last week for many programs. Featured in this article are prospects that have started the year off with a bang.. back like they never left! As we dive into the 2025-2026 season, keep an eye on the ladies below. Make sure to catch them live in action. I can assure you they will not disappoint!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["843761"],"_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-6925ef3ad723a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">NEW RECORD ALERT! The notoriously prolific scorer/sharpshooter is now with Calabasas and already making headlines. 12 three pointers (school record) and a 40-piece in the second game of the season! <strong>Jaylene </strong>is a smooth 3-level scorer who is hard to contain off-the-bounce. Plays with poise and elite pace. True combo guard that you can trust with the ball in her hands to run the show. Nice spin move in the lane and a soft touch around the basket. <strong>Jaylene</strong> is a flamethrower from distance who can catch fire like no other. The offers (Wake Forest, Liberty, etc.) are beginning to role in for this standout junior guard.</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":" Cara McKell","_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":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12125","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Valencia","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-6925f8b85c062"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Cara</strong> scored 32 in the season opener (80% from long-range, 10/10 from the free throw line) to go along with 7 steals! High-IQ wing with solid length and versatility. <strong>Cara </strong>has a beautiful stroke, sets her feet, and shows nice mechanics. She scores through the natural flow of the game while impacting other areas. Plays passing lanes to perfection with solid instincts defensively. Routinely makes the right play as a scorer and passer. <strong>Cara</strong> moves very well off-the-ball. Contributes to winning basketball at a high level. Very few weaknesses and a lot to like in this under-the-radar prospect. <strong>Cara</strong> is the type of wing who can fit in any system and make an impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["574417"],"_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-6925ef3ad7478"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Madison</strong> has taken her game to new heights to begin the 2025-2026 season. She is averaging nearly 23 a game thus far. With a larger role, expect <strong>Madison</strong> to put up huge numbers in the scoring department. Excels in the pick-and-roll as a scorer and playmaker. Quick, crafty guard who is hard to keep out of the paint. Plays with passion and intensity! Elite ball handling ability with a very reliable middle game (floaters and pull-ups). Nice step-through in the lane. <strong>Madison</strong> can shoot off-the-catch and off-the-dribble. The state champ has impressed against elite competition in high school and grassroots basketball (Cal Storm). Under-the-radar uncommitted prospect who should be on your radar IMMEDIATELY!</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":"Zolah Mcdonald","_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":"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":"West Adams","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-6925ef3ad7528"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Zolah</strong> scored 30 points in the home opener, to go along with 16 rebounds and 5 steals. This resulted in a blowout victory. She followed that up with 29 points, 25 rebounds, and 7 steals. West Adams needed every single point, rebound, and steal in their close 48-43 victory over Animo Robinson High School. The volleyball and softball background is evident on the hardwood. <strong>Zolah</strong> has showcased explosiveness, quickness, instincts, and hand-eye coordination. She controls the boards and will be a walking double-double this year.</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":"Cailei Buna","_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":"5'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Sierra Vista","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-6925ef3ad759e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Cailei</strong> is one of the premier guards in the Baldwin Park area. She has been the X-factor for this Sierra Vista squad since her freshman year with an outstanding high school debut (33 points). <strong>Cailei</strong> has the ability to score in bunches. She does damage on the perimeter and in the paint. Her ability to create off-the-dribble is special. Confident ball handler who plays with great pace and is always under control. Her sharpshooting and playmaking ability is a nightmare for opposing defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["574410"],"_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-6925ef3ad733a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The New Mexico Women's Basketball commit has been special on both ends. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> is averaging 22ppg, 15rpg, 2.7spg, and 2bpg thus far! Elite face-up game with versatility offensively. Attacks the glass relentlessly and is a game-changer on the offensive boards. Very comfortable handling the ball on the perimeter. Great frame with underrated skill and impressive athleticism. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> can and will knock-it-down from long-range. Her switch-ability on the defensive end makes her a rare commodity. Immediate impact player at the next level!</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":"Samantha Gutierrez","_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":"5'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"El Rancho","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-6925ef3ad7435"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Samantha</strong> transferred to El Rancho after spending two years at Cantwell-Sacred Heart of Mary. The dynamic junior went for 27 in the season-opener victory (46-43) against Sierra Vista. <strong>Samantha</strong> has been particularly impressive from long-range. 4+ threes in all three games to begin the season. She is a sharpshooter who is a threat as soon as she crosses half-court. Plays with a competitive edge that is contagious for the rest of her team. Expect <strong>Samantha</strong> to officially breakout and put on a show this year as one of the top players in the Del Rio League.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->