Lockdown Perimeter Defenders throughout SoCal

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>SoCal is filled with sharpshooters and bucket getters. However, there is a shortage of lockdown defenders, particularly on the perimeter! Featured in this article are 2-way standouts with plenty of game on the offensive end. What makes them stand out even more is sheer outright DOMINANCE on the defensive end. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["843776"],"_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-697693967bc22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Legacy</strong> was ready to go day 1 of her high school career as a freshman at Ontario Christian. The volleyball background has translated to the game of basketball. <strong>Legacy</strong> gets off the ground fairly quickly and uses her length to perfection. Opposing guards cannot over-dribble against her or it will surely result in a turnover. Her wingspan makes it impossible to use crossovers when she is in front of you without the risk of getting the ball poked away.<strong> Legacy </strong>covers ground very quickly. Excellent closeouts along with the IQ and timing to block shots on the perimeter without fouling. Unselfish player who is willing to do the dirty work. There are moments when <strong>Legacy</strong> scores in bunches offensively. She thrives in transition as a scorer and passer. One of the top 2-way prospects in the junior class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Andrea Torres","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"NOVA Academy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69778af6e0979"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Andrea</strong> is making a case as the top under-the-radar 2-way guard in SoCal for the 2028 class. She is averaging nearly 18 points a game to go along with 4.5 blocks and 14 steals per game! Yes, you heard that right... 14 STEALS PER GAME! Elite difference maker on both ends. 6 games with 20 or more steals! <strong>Andrea</strong> is an exceptional rebounder as well. She is currently averaging a near triple-double (points, rebounds, steals). 1 notable performance earlier this year: 33 points, 19 rebounds, 9 assists, 22 steals, 6 blocks! These type of record breaking numbers are unheard of at any level of basketball. <strong>Andrea's </strong>motor from start to finish is flat-out remarkable!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":" Jennifer Stanion","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12125","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Santa Fe Christian","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6980556c68f08"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">9 games on the year with 3+ blocks! 13 games on the year with 3+ steals, including a two game stretch with 19 total steals! <strong>Jennifer </strong>racks up deflections like no other. She has continued to improve and perfect her craft across the board. True shooting guard with ideal length and athleticism to guard the opposing team's top scorer. Understands how to stay vertical and defend in the post. <strong>Jennifer</strong> began the year with back-to-back scoring performances of 23 and 28 points respectively. Solid mechanics on her jump shot along with a high release point. She has been impressive on the boards throughout her high school career. The consistent scoring and improved playmaking are noteworthy. <strong>Jennifer Stanion</strong> is one of the most productive 2-way prospects in the senior class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["843769"],"_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-69778af6e09fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tough, gritty in-your-face defender who can also score at will when she has a hot hand. <strong>Katelyn</strong> has four games on the year with double-digit steals! She recently passed the 1k milestone for career points and is currently on pace to become Palm Desert High School's all-time leading scorer when it's all said and done. The dynamic junior has the quickness and instincts that set her apart from her peers. <strong>Katelyn</strong> dives for loose balls and thrives in an up-and-down fast-paced atmosphere. Natural playmaker who understands when to score and when to pass. She checks all of the boxes.<strong> Katelyn's</strong> overall value is the epitome of a true PG.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":" Samiyah Antoine","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12121","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Temecula Prep","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69769639c1978"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The hustle and intangibles immediately stand out when evaluating <strong>Samiyah's</strong> game. She does all of the little things that impact winning. Uses her speed to create havoc on and off the ball. 10 games on the year with 5 or more steals! <strong>Samiyah </strong>has the ability to stuff the stat sheet. Certified ball hawker who can pick passes off like a defensive back. The flag football background is evident. One of the top rebounding guards in the state. 10rpg at 5'3 is flat-out unreal! Displays nice touch from the mid-range. <strong>Samiyah</strong> has her fingerprints over every aspect of the game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Natalie Gomez","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12121","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Downey","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6980556c69043"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Natalie</strong> is one of the top 2-way hidden gems in the state regardless of class! 11 games on the year with 5+ steals! 5+ blocks on four separate occasions... as a guard. The production defensively is VERY rare for her position and youth. She crashes the glass and can dominate the boards when she is locked in. <strong>Natalie</strong> has been consistent and efficient in the scoring department. 11 games with 20+ points. 3-level scorer with a great feel for the game. Her shot selection shows maturity well beyond her years. She only takes a couple of threes per game while shooting 40% from long-range! The standout sophomore has the length and versatility you're looking for in an up-an-coming, defensive-minded prospect at guard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->