Guard Notes from Reps on Reps Women in Sports Day

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The guard play at the Women in Sports was impressive and several Gems emerged with their play. These guards set the tone and separated themselves through their poise, their decision-making, and their shot creation. In this article, we hilight some of the guards who made winning plays on both ends. Whether scoring at all three levels, facilitating for teammates, or standing out on defense, these guards showed a strong feel for the game and an ability to impact the game. <br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["727590"],"_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-69675bf2e531c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='727590' first='Araniya' last='Riggins'] was a controlled scorer who thrives in the midrange. Riggjns also displayed a smooth jump shot from behind the arc. The Junior guard gets to her spots, finishes with confidence, and plays under control. At the Women in Sports Day, Riggins showcased her ball handling and her ability to get into the teeth of the defense and shoot the midrange. Riggins made good decisions on the floor and displayed a high basketball IQ when on the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1363115"],"_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-6967613493578"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chloe Spencer brought the energy during the Women in Sports Day. Spencer led her team with 18 points and 4 rebounds. The young guard scored from all levels on the floor. Spencer is constantly in motion and impresses with her toughness and her decision making on the floor. Spencer is usually that player diving on the floor for loose balls or taking a charge against the opposing guards. She also moves the ball well with pinpoint passes and reads the defense on he floor. Spencer impressed with her leadership, effort, and her basketball IQ. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["748554"],"_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-696763440940f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='748554' first='Aniyah' last='Pearson'] was very impressive running the point guard position. Pearson brought energy and was a floor general who got her teammates involved. Pearson shot the ball well from behind the arc and also showed the ability to penetrate into the heart of the defense. |Andrew Jackson | #3A quietly impressive floor general. Runs the offense efficiently, keeps teammates involved, and plays with poise beyond her years. Reliable ball handler with three-point range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1653625"],"_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-696765c43b7f3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1653625' first='Princess' last='Watkins'] was an active and disruptive guard who applied defensive pressure throughout the game. The Junior guard was good and turning steals into offense. She also rebounded well for her size, and consistently played with pace and energy. She was a big part of the what made her team go, and will be a player to watch down the final stretch of the season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["805961"],"_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-696767a4ef75d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='805961' first='Jazlynn' last='Curtis'] was back on the floor and her contributions go beyond the scoreboard. Curtis brings the physicality on the defensive end and is the player who can disrupt the opposition's offensive flow. At Women in Sports Day, Curtis was impressive from the perimeter, connecting on several threes. Her ability to operate from the two position hi-lighted her importance and ability to impact the game on both sides of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Other guards who made a Splash</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='997334' first='Jacqueline' last='Ches'] | Episcopal | Penetration guard who confidently attacks gaps and finishes at the rim. Took advantage of scoring opportunities when lanes opened.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1264916' first='Madi' last='Dorsey'] | St. John's Country Day | Skilled, efficient scoring guard with strong court vision. Makes the right reads while remaining a consistent offensive threat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1012650' first='Sophia' last='Mejias'] | St. John's Country Day | Confident perimeter shooter who helps stretch the floor. Plays with poise and complements the offense with her shooting touch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->