The Swat Club – Little Known State Block Leaders

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Utah has no shortage of players who control the paint and make life difficult for anyone trying to score inside. [player_tooltip player_id='825055' first='Grace' last='Gallagher'] (7.6 bpg) and [player_tooltip player_id='873276' first='Sutton' last='Villa'] (6.2 bpg) are the obvious headliners, leading the state in blocks and anchoring elite defenses. But beyond those names are several players quietly ranking in the top ten in blocks who haven't received the same attention yet. Here's a look at some of those under-the-radar rim protectors making a major impact this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1697034"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1697215,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-697ab086e0abb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3.7 BPG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of Norah's strongest defensive traits is her ability to use positioning and timing to contest shots cleanly, often coming away with blocks without putting herself in foul trouble. She reads the ball exceptionally well, anticipates its path, and consistently puts herself in the right place to disrupt plays and turn defensive awareness into tangible production on the stat sheet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1417579"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1699290,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-697bad69126a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>3.4 BPG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Taylor is known more for her reliability and feel for the game than for headline stats, which has kept her under the radar. She plays with a strong basketball IQ, understands spacing and timing, and tends to do the right things possession to possession. Defensively, she's disciplined and positionally sound, able to hold her ground, help when needed, and contest without gambling. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1697123"],"_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-697bad69126ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Halle is a sophomore forward and has become one of Union's key contributors on both ends of the floor this year. She's the team leader in rebounding and shot-blocking, showing her influence around the basket. Her field-goal percentage also sits near the top of the team, reflecting her efficiency when she gets shots at the rim and around the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["827420"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1697220,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-697bad691273d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>2.9 BPG</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='827420' first='Amin' last='Ajak'] brings a unique combination of size, length, and activity that immediately stands out on the floor. She alters shots simply by being in the paint, using her reach and timing to contest without fouling, and she's become a reliable rim protector on the defensive end. Offensively, she runs the floor well for her size, finishes through contact, and creates second-chance points by relentlessly attacking the glass. As she continues to develop her feel and consistency, her physical tools alone make her a matchup problem and a player with clear next-level potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1697208"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1697210,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-697bad69127af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Myers averages double-digit scoring and double-digit rebounding this season. She is a strong inside presence who regularly controls the glass and creates second-chance opportunities. She has consistently posted high rebound totals . Her rebounding has been one of her calling cards all season and has consistently put in points for Crimson as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Other Block Leaders:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1119385' first='Ellie' last='Stephens'] - North Summit - 3.3 bpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='790604' first='Rylee' last='Little'] - Kanab - 3.1 bpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='879702' first='Emmy' last='Hales'] - Payson - 3.1 bpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1246449' first='Maelys' last='Njike'] - Skyline - 2.8 bpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->