Southern Section Championships: Players to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sectional Championships are taking place this weekend throughout the state. That includes all 10 divisions across the Southern Section. The remaining teams in the field have star power, depth, and chemistry. Who will step up to the plate? Who will be dominant in their role? Who has potential to steal the show? The ladies below provide indispensable value and impact winning like no other.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1251611"],"_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-69a21b6f32ba8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Anik</strong> is arguably the most productive forward in all of Division 2A. She has led Crescenta Valley to a 27-4 record as the perfect model of consistency. <strong>Anik </strong>is a walking double-double. Efficient scorer with a soft touch inside. Scores quickly in face-up isolation opportunities. <strong>Anik</strong> is gifted at creating 2nd chance opportunities on the glass. Capable, comfortable ball handler who can play exclusively on the wing. <strong>Anik</strong> does most of her damage in the paint, but I noticed that she also has a nice, fluid shooting stroke. Her long frame and quick hands result in deflections on the defensive end. The standout junior had 28 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 assists in the 1st round!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["644216"],"_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-69a21b6f32c04"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Skilled 2-way guard with an impressive all-around game. She can spot up and knock it down. She can put her head down and attack the rim. <strong>Delaney</strong> has an innate ability to finish through traffic. She routinely makes the right play as a facilitator. This leads to natural, effortless ball movement for the talented Sierra Canyon squad. <strong>Delaney</strong> flourishes on and off-the-ball. Her senior leadership and unselfish nature make a difference. She can create her own shot. Gritty in-your-face defender. Legit combo guard who checks all the boxes. UC Irvine is getting a good one!</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":"Valerie Sepulveda","_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":"null","_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":"Schurr","_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-69a21b6f32caa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Valerie</strong> is the leading scorer for Schurr's balanced attack. The standout sophomore guard keeps the ball on a string and gets going north-to-south very quickly. <strong>Valerie</strong> has shown noticeable improvement this year after an impressive freshman season. She is more polished, more aggressive, and more explosive. The tight handle and low center of gravity allow her to penetrate and create for others. Elite downhill guard who's flag football background translates to the hardwood. <strong>Valerie</strong> is a fierce competitor with the fearlessness and confidence to be the star of the championship 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":"Aubrey Macedo","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_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":"Orange","_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-69a21b6f32d35"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Grove League MVP continues her impressive season as the go-to option for Orange. <strong>Aubrey </strong>is averaging nearly 18 a game this year, including a 39pt outburst vs. El Modena. She can get into the paint whenever she chooses. <strong>Aubrey</strong> has the ability to take the game over with the ball in her hands. Fearless scorer who is hard to stop with a head of steam. She can make shots from all over the floor. One of the leading candidates for the Division 8A Southern Section Championship MVP.</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":" Valerie Lauritzen","_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":"5'7u0022","_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":"Murrieta Valley","_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-69a21b6f32dc9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Valerie</strong> is one of the most unstoppable guards in the state when she gets in a rhythm. 1 notable performance earlier this year: 47 points on 18/31 shooting and 90% from the FT line! <strong>Valerie</strong> understands how to initiate contact and get to the line. Crafty and confident with the ball in her hands. This is particularly valuable in late game situations. She can catch-and-shoot. Quick 1st step. Competes hard on both ends. Plays with poise and good ball control, allowing her to score off-the-dribble on all 3 levels. At nearly 19 points and 4 assists per game, <strong>Valerie</strong> will be the catalyst offensively for Murrieta Valley in the Division 3A Southern Section Championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->