PGH x Foster Swift Sports Player of the Week: (Feb. 8th-14th)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Girls Hoops x Foster Swift Sports Player of the Week Award is given to one student-athlete who demonstrates excellence during a week of her team's competition. The winner contributes to her team's success in multiple statistical categories, which leads to team success on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Learn more about Foster Swift Sports (<a href="https://x.com/FSCSSports">@FSCSSports</a>) at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fosterswift.com/services/Business-Tax-Law/Sports-Law-Michigan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.fosterswift.com/services/Business-Tax-Law/Sports-Law-Michigan</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Selecting one girl to recognize as Player of the Week was a true challenge, but we wouldn't have it any other way. Several players made a strong case, but one standout became the clear choice for this week's award. Those who had a dominant week worthy of consideration have been included in the article as Honorable Mention. Here are the girls who had an outstanding week nine. It's time to celebrate their accomplishments!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prep Girls Hoops x Foster Swift Sports Player of the Week</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["748997"],"_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-69953989ab77b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Calista is having a memorable junior season, and she had a special week for the Cougars. Calista started with 16 points and 11 rebounds to help Stoney Creek secure a statement win against Clarkston, placing them atop the OAA Red. She followed with 33 points and 16 rebounds in a 61-32 win at Oxford, setting a new single-game record with 15 field goals. Calista scored 17 points and grabbed a school record 24 rebounds in a 63-50 win at Detroit Country Day to end the week. She finished with a staggering 66 points and 51 rebounds, guiding the Cougars to a 3-0 record. Calista is the PGH x Foster Swift Sports Player of the Week for Feb. 8th-14th. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Player of the Week Honorable Mention</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["924018"],"_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-69953989ab816"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emerysn became the fourth girl in Morenci basketball history to reach 1,000 career points during a hard-fought 49-45 victory against Summerfield. She found her hot spot on the right wing and buried three confident triples off the catch for the Bulldogs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["751165"],"_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-69953989ab87e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ryenn has unique length, mobility, and leaping ability as a forward. She closes passing windows, driving lanes, and limits high percentage scoring chances with her aggressive closeouts. Ryenn blocked her 300th career shot last week, a milestone only 22 girls have accomplished in MHSAA history.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["614714"],"_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-69953989ab8e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chloe broke Tecumseh's all-time assists record last week during a 58-25 win vs. Chelsea. She has 398 career assists and is 27 away from etching her name in the MHSAA record book.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["751132"],"_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-69953989ab944"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In a battle of two ranked D2s, Avery was at her best, sinking three triples and leading Haslett with 19 points to beat Portland 66-49. She also set a new mark with 126 career three-pointers for Haslett.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["807311"],"_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-69953989ab9a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kendyl's been ripping the nets from downtown throughout her career at Quincy. She led the Orioles with 14 points during a 43-30 win at Bronson and celebrated her 1,000th career point.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1052385"],"_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-69953989aba06"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Claire has been putting up monster numbers for Utica Ford, recently earning Detroit Free Press Buffalo Wild Wings Girls Prep Athlete of the Week. She continued that trend last week. Claire poured in 26 points, grabbed eight rebounds, and dished out two assists in a 51-38 win against Grosse Pointe North. Her footwork and finishing as a back-to-the-basket post, shot-blocking, and length will make her an outstanding addition to Macomb CC next year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["502307"],"_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-69953989aba66"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keira eclipsed 300 career assists during a 60-15 victory against Monroe, scoring 26 points and dishing out six assists. She tied the school record, sinking eight of ten from beyond the arc. Keira made 100 three-pointers as a junior to set the D1 single-season record and is closing in on the all-time mark for threes made in a career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1650966"],"_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-69953989abacc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ella will graduate as one of the most talented athletes in Adrian school history, lettering in four sports: swim, volleyball, basketball, and soccer. Last week, Ella crossed the 1,000-point scoring threshold after breaking a 44-year-old rebounding record earlier in the season. She has over 802 career rebounds and will compete as a swimmer at Hope College following graduation. Ella's relentless motor, length, and athleticism make her a daunting matchup for opposing forwards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["807274"],"_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-69953989abb2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sydney came through when it mattered most, pouring in a game-high 35 points to help Belleville keep their undefeated record alive in a thrilling 56-54 win against #2 Wayne Memorial. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["866192"],"_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-69953989abc03"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Julia became Salem's newest record holder for career threes with 81 as the Rocks took down park rival Plymouth 39-28 on the road. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->