University Academy Lady Gryphons Team Outlook
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<p>As we gear up for another exciting year of girls' high school ball in the state of Missouri, here at Prep Girls Prep Hoops, we want to take the time to preview high schools, conferences, coaches, and players. In this article, we take a look at University Academy, which is located in Kansas City, MO. The Lady Gryphons have been a consistent run of 15 win seasons and conference title runs over the last 4 years. Not only that they have continued to help produce some great talent to continue to be recognized throughout the area. </p>
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<p>Team and Mascot: University Academy Gryphons</p>
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<p>Conference: Crossroads District Conference</p>
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<p>2024/2025 Record: 19-8</p>
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<p>Predicted Conference Finish for 2025/2026: Top 2 in the league</p>
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<p>2025/26 Team Goals: To have another 15 plus win year and compete for a conference title</p>
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<p>Head Coach: Christian Jackson</p>
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<p>Tenure at school: Year 3</p>
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<p>UA is returning six players from a year ago. Five players played substantial minutes last year. This group is led by forward <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1117274' first='Leataata' last='Iatala']</strong> who was top 3 in points and rebounds last season. She's a dominate low post player that has continued to add value and versatility to her game. This year we expect her to Other notable names from last year are <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='777621' first='Layla' last='Whitney']</strong>, who is a sharp shooter, <strong>Bria Rhodes</strong> who is a do it all type player, <strong>Anahla Nugent</strong>, <strong>Jada Ross</strong>, and <strong>Laniyah Harris</strong> who is a low post player that shows potential of being a consistent threat around the rim as she continues to develop.</p>
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<p>One key new addition is <strong>Johnae Orr</strong> who Coach Jackson said should make a gradual incline in minutes during the season as her development continues to grow. </p>
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<p>First game: Nov 21st @ 7pm Vs St. Teresa Academy (Away)</p>
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As we gear up for another exciting year of girls' high school ball in the state of Missouri, here at Prep Girls Prep Hoops, we want to take the time to preview high schools, conferences, coaches, and players. In this article, we take a look at University Academy, which is located in Kansas City, MO. The Lady Gryphons have been a consistent run of 15 win seasons and conference title runs over the last 4 years. Not only that they have continued to help produce some great talent to continue to be recognized throughout the area.
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