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Game Changers Rise As State Playoff Pressure Builds

Game Changers Rise As State Playoff Pressure Builds
Brazley Barnes
Brazley Barnes March 12, 2026 @ 10:32 AM
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Maddie Locke
Maddie Locke 5'9" | SG | 2027
IL
Ava Garcia
Ava Garcia 5'8" | CG | 2028
IL
Emily Naraky
Emily Naraky 6'2" | SF | 2027
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These players consistently influence outcomes on both ends of the floor and help shape their team's identity. They bring effort, versatility, and reliability every time they step on the court. Their ability to contribute in multiple ways makes them valuable in any game situation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["914260"],"_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-69ac6cda9d916"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smooth ballhandler who gets to her spots efficiently. A strong upper body allows her to absorb contact and finish inside. An ascending player capable of blocking shots and scoring in bunches. Plays on her toes with an effortless style while still filling the stat sheet. A versatile two-way contributor. Her ability to impact the game without forcing shots makes her very valuable in big moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["863271"],"_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-69ac6cda9d979"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Strong defender who can finish once she gets the ball going downhill. A ball handling guard who sometimes plays with the strength and feel of a forward. Uses body positioning more than pure speed and shows patience with the ball. Helps steady the team and plays with natural leadership instincts. Had a strong moment ripping the ball and going straight to the rim for a layup. Plays under control and understands how to impact the game without forcing action.</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":"Ava Bobb","_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":"Glenwood","_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-69ac6cda9da16"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Didn't have a huge scoring game today, but still found ways to stuff the stat sheet. Handled the ball, defended, and showed the ability to score when the opportunity was there. Her dribble can get a little upright at times, and she plays a bit high, which is something that can improve. Still, she is part of a strong class at Glenwood and already has three years of varsity experience, which shows in how comfortable she looks on the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["758055"],"_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-69ac6cda9da61"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A very skilled player who can shoot, pass, and dribble. Faced a taller defender and showed her full offensive repertoire, including up-and-unders, step-throughs, step-backs, and left-hand finishes. Rebounded well, using quickness and positioning to compete on the glass. A player to continue monitoring as she heads into her senior year. Her versatility allows her to adapt to different matchups and still produce.</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":"Kalin McCrea","_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":"12125","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Saint Viator","_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-69ac6cda9dadf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nifty ball handler with hesitations and spins that help her break defenders down. Slender frame now, but added strength will help her finish more consistently at the rim. Shows a clever feel for the floor and for slipping into open spaces. Quick with the ball and capable of creating separation, she plays with creativity and confidence when initiating offense. Her shiftiness makes it difficult for defenders to stay in front of her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

These players consistently influence outcomes on both ends of the floor and help shape their team's identity. They bring effort, versatility, and reliability every time they step on the court. Their ability to contribute in multiple ways makes them valuable in any game situation.

Maddie Locke

Maddie Locke

IL
SG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS SG
CLASS 2027
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Maddie
Locke SG
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
HS
Loyola Academy
|
IL
Game Changers Rise As State Playoff Pressure Builds
Smooth ballhandler who gets to her spots efficiently. A strong upper body allows her to absorb contact and...
Written by Brazley Barnes
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Maddie Locke

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State: Illinois
School: Loyola Academy
Club: Full Package
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Highlights

Ava Garcia

Ava Garcia

IL
CG
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS CG
CLASS 2028
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Ava
Garcia CG
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
HS
St. Viator
|
IL
Game Changers Rise As State Playoff Pressure Builds
Strong defender who can finish once she gets the ball going downhill. A ball handling guard who sometimes...
Written by Brazley Barnes
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Ava Garcia

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State: Illinois
School: St. Viator
Club: Wisconsin Flight Elite
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Highlights

Ava Bobb

Ava Bobb

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS CG
CLASS 2028

Ava Bobb

School: Glenwood
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Emily Naraky

Emily Naraky

IL
SF
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
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Emily
Naraky SF
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Loyola Academy
|
IL
Game Changers Rise As State Playoff Pressure Builds
A very skilled player who can shoot, pass, and dribble. Faced a taller defender and showed her full...
Written by Brazley Barnes
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Emily Naraky

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State: Illinois
School: Loyola Academy
Club: Full Package
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Highlights

Kalin McCrea

Kalin McCrea

HEIGHT 5'7"
POS SG
CLASS 2027

Kalin McCrea

School: Saint Viator
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