Inside Northridge’s Dominant Start

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Northridge Lady Jaguars</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Class 6A Area 6&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Head Coach: Jake Carnley</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Current Record: 11-0&nbsp;(Per Coach Carnley as of 12/10/2025)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: nhsladyjagsbb</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @nhsladyjagsbb</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>Key Players:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Jakeya Horton</strong> (5'10/G|F/'26/Northridge)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: iiam.jakeya</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Jakeya is a high-energy small forward who impacts the game on every possession. She brings tremendous effort, a strong locker-room presence, and a coachable mentality that elevates those around her. Her versatility and motor make her one of the team's most reliable two-way contributors.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='652254' first='Ryan' last='Bardenwerper']</strong> (6'0/SG/2026/Northridge)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: rbardenwerper26</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Ryan is a hard worker whose experience and leadership are invaluable to th team. She brings versatility on both ends of the floor and communicates at a high level, helping anchor the Lady Jaguars' identity. Her steady presence and competitive mindset make her a key piece in tight moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>RB Norris</strong> (5'9/SG/'26/Northridge)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: rb_norris7</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">RB provides consistent leadership and sets the standard with her work ethic and attitude. She is a player her coach trusts as she is accountable, competitive, and dependable. Her commitment to doing the little things makes her essential to the team's chemistry and success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>Key Role Players to Watch:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>La'Miah Foy</strong> (5'7/G/'27/Northridge)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">La'Miah plays with relentless grit and brings a winner's mentality every time she steps on the floor. Her versatility allows her to impact the game in multiple ways, making her one of the most valuable utility players in the program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Taylor Ivory</strong> (5'3/PF/'27/Northridge)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Taylor is a really good defender who sets the tone daily. Her toughness, effort, and instincts on the defensive end lead the Lady Jaguars' pressure scheme. She has been and will continue to anchor the team's defensive identity throughout the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>Returning Starters:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Ava Maye (F/11th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Taylor Ivory (G/11th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">La'Miah Foy (G/11th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">RB Norris (G/12th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Malia Barrera (G/10th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Aleia Morrell (F/11th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>New Additions:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Raley Hoggle (G/9th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Za'Niyah Hudson (F/10th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <li class="has-medium-font-size">Amelia Arsenault (G/9th Grade)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>What Coach Carnley Expected From The Lady Jaguars Coming Into This Season:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">The Lady Jaguars operate under the motto EEA: Energy. Effort. Attitude.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Nothing Easy = Earn Everything.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Coach Carnley wanted his team to be a high-tempo team that thrives on playing fast, forcing mistakes, and generating offense from their defensive pressure. While they have multiple scoring weapons, their foundation has been and will continue to be a defense-first mentality, with relentless on-ball pressure and disciplined rotations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>What Will It Take for The Lady Jaguars To Win State?</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">The formula is clear: togetherness, role clarity, and defensive commitment.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Coach Carnley believes if&nbsp; his team continues to embrace their defined roles and maintain a connected defensive approach, they have all the ingredients to make a legitimate run at a state championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>How The Season Has Started:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Northridge is off to a strong 11–0 start, heading into area play and Christmas tournament action. The trio of Jakeya Horton, [player_tooltip player_id='652254' first='Ryan' last='Bardenwerper'], and Aleia Morrell has paced the team early, with all three averaging 12+ points per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Coach Carnley is extremely pleased with how the group has approached the season. They have bought in, responded well to daily challenges, and consistently play with toughness and pride, particularly on the defensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">This undefeated start reflects the team's culture, discipline, and commitment to the standard expected at Northridge. The Lady Jaguars are locked in, connected, and poised for a special season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->