Prospects Who are Poised for a Performance of a Lifetime

In one game where its all on the line, stars can cement their legacy with a career defining game, or a solid player for the underdog can put in a performance for the ages an lead her team to an unexpected victory. Regional playoffs have a way of seeing either of these scenarios unfold. In this article we take a "fast-break" look at a handful of candidates who are poised for a performance of a lifetime.    [player_tooltip player_id='861097' first='Serenity' last='Hardy'] is that player you want on your side with a final 8 appearance on the line. Hardy averages nearly 24 points per game and shoots the three at a 36 percent clip. Her performance as a sophomore in the State Finals comes to mind where she and her crew lost to Dr Phillips in overtime. In that game, Hardy shot the cover off the ball and even had multiple four point plays. Hardy always rises to the occasion and when it's so much on the line, Hardy doesn't succumb to the pressure, she creates it for the opponent. Hardy is poised for a big performance - one that could elevate an already stellar high school career.     [player_tooltip player_id='470458' first='Dakara' last='Merthie'] enters the Regional Semifinals averaging 17.5 points per game, and she is more than capable of having a lifetime performance to advance her team to the next round. Merthie can attack down hill, shoot the three, or wreak havoc in the transition game. The guard also plays on the other side of the court as well and leads her team in steals. Don't be surprised if she delivers a lifetime performance on the defensive end and propels her team to the final 8 appearance in the Class 7A playoffs. Merthie can get in done in multiple ways.     [player_tooltip player_id='823892' first='Jadyn' last='Watts'] is capable and poised for a big time playoff performance. A special performance from Watts could propel her team to another final 8 appearance. Watts can shoot the three and she can rebound the ball and score inside. Her physical play has been one of the biggest improvements in her game. The Junior guard has shot 89 free throws and she has the ability to put a team in foul trouble. Watts is also a versatile player who can knock down the three. Four or five threes from Watts could jolt the opponent and send her squad deeper into the playoffs.     [player_tooltip player_id='874206' first='Bianca' last='Hall'] is the type of player who could deliver a performance for the ages. Averaging 20.3 points per game and shooting 38 percent from behind the arc is a formula for a lifetime performance. Scoring the ball at a high clip is usually the indication of a big time performance and Hall has had plenty of them this season. The junior guard can take over a game on both ends of the floor. She leads her team in steals and is second on the team in blocks.     [player_tooltip player_id='1134047' first='Delanie' last='Doty'] has the ability to go off in playoff game and lead her team one step closer to the Final 4 in Class 3A. Doty averages nearly 14 points per game and with a three point shooting percentage of 45 percent she could get hot and score points in bunches. Doty also plays tough-nosed defense and can impact the game from that side of the floor as well. Her ability to raise the temperature in the room with effort and energy can ignite a full blaze that turns into a performance of a lifetime.     [player_tooltip player_id='742503' first='Alanna' last='Fabrini'] had coaches and fans confused at the Christmas tournament thinking that she was an 8th grader. It wasn't long before everyone knew that was a just mistake in the books. Make no mistake about it - the high octane guard has the ability to impact the game on both sides of the ball. At the Inside Exposure tournament her defense led a comeback that highlighted her defensive tenacity. At the Christmas tournament, her elite skill level impressed every coach on press row. Fabrini can shoot it, get to the line, and score in transition in spectacular fashion. Her abilities are the ingredients that make up a recipe for a lifetime performance.

In one game where its all on the line, stars can cement their legacy with a career defining game, or a solid player for the underdog can put in a performance for the ages an lead her team to an unexpected victory. Regional playoffs have a way of seeing either of these scenarios unfold. In this article we take a "fast-break" look at a handful of candidates who are poised for a performance of a lifetime.