Showcase In The Park: Upperclassmen You Need To Know

<!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kenwood has been hosting the <a href="https://x.com/ShowcaseIn"><em>Showcase In The Park</em></a> for quite some time now, which features some of the top teams in the Chicago area. Each year, different teams have been a part of this showcase, and each year, there are teams that have players who completely dominate the game from start to finish. Below are a couple of upperclassmen who will be at the showcase that I feel deserve a true look.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["811456"],"_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-693cabc67c71b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Goins has had a major jump in her game over the past two years, and it is shown on both sides of the ball.. however, she seems to love the defensive side of the ball, which is rare these days, especially as a guard. She plays defense with both her IQ and feet, and lastly, the strength she has makes for a tough game for ball handlers. There aren't many guards that can get past her on just one move alone, and she knows how to cause issues without getting in foul trouble. Offensively, she can get it going at all three levels.. with consistency. Major upside.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["732506"],"_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-693cabc67c77b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>On the drive, King is a handful to deal with. She has the athleticism and the perfect touch of craftiness when she's driving. Shooting wise, the kid has a quick release from the outside with no hesitation. Defensively, she can guard your best player with no issue. She has quick hands, quick reflexes, and confidence when she gambles, and those risks usually work in her favor.</em> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["513151"],"_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-693cabc67c7ca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>No matter who the matchup is, Isabella is always one of the hardest players on the court. Defensively, she truly gets after and can guard 1-3 with no drop off of focus. When it comes to scoring, she's very aware of how to create angles, and knows when to attack off of them and or create something for a teammate. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773817"],"_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-693cabc67c812"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Smith's impact on the game is definitely seen on both ends of the court. Offensively, she can be a major threat from the outside, and she's one of the more aggressive rim attackers on the floor, no matter who's on the court. Defensively, she can stay in front of her matchup, and has shown she can protect the paint as a guard as well.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["621775"],"_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-693cabc67c856"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Giordano has been a sniper for her program over the past couple of years, and one thing has remained the same this year... don't allow her to have an inch of space. She has 100% confidence and will let it go with or without a face in her hand. Defensively, her speed is a big factor in why she causes so many problems on that end. Quick feet, quick hands, and a high motor.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->