GHSA State Championship Week Top Performers: Forwards

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["674577"],"_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-69ba9e81dc78a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The pogo-stick bounce of [player_tooltip player_id='674577' first='Morgan' last='Landrum'] was incredible to watch as Landrum sprung off the floor to snatch rebounds with two hands in traffic routinely, gobbling up 21 rebounds to pair with 17 points, 4 assists, 5 steals and 2 blocks as North Paulding held off Grayson for the state title. Morgan's elite athleticism couldn't be matched. Possibly even more impressive however was her touch at the line, shooting 11-11 from the foul line. Landrum showcased quick decision making with the ball, able to shovel off passes in tight spaces. Her dynamic play has her high on college wish lists after decommitting from Boston College earlier in her career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["867595"],"_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-69ba9e81dc819"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Boynton was dominant, almost carrying the Hawks to another state title as she double-doubled with 23 points, 21 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 block. Coming off an ACL tear in the offseason, Rhianna was the key to getting the Hawks back to Macon. She shot 11-16 from the field. Boynton is long, strong and explosive. She finishes well around the basket and doesn't stray from her strengths. The relentless rebounder pulled down seven offensive boards. Rhianna's stamina was tested playing the full 32 minutes. She is a workhorse and one of the best 2027 forwards in Georgia.</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":"Deanna Lowther","_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":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"East Laurens","_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-69ba9e81dc8fd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lowther brought home a first state title not only for East Laurens but for her mother/head coach as the Falcons held off Elbert County 63-55. Lowther's soft touch in the paint led to 18 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals and 2 blocks shooting 8-10 from the floor. Lowther has a strong frame. She finishes strong around the rim and attacks rebounds well. Deanna doesn't stray from her strengths. She gets on the glass and can attack from 10-feet and in. Lowther plays angles well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1105842"],"_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-69ba9e81dc969"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Paisley scored the game-winning hoop in overtime to shock Sandy Creek 65-63, scoring off a back screen for a downhill cutting layup. Collins was efficient against Sandy's Creek's length and athleticism, posting 17 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists while netting 8-11 of her shot attempts. Collins does well playing off two feet in traffic. She's a patient finisher, skilled with both hands. She gets on the offensive glass well as she snagged five rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["926490"],"_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-69ba9e81dc9c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Just as she did last year in the title game, Benjamin once against dominated the interior of Washington-Wilkes on the big stage compiling 20 points, 14 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 steals and 5 blocks. Tyliah shot 8-13 from the field as the Tigers had no answer for her inside, helping the Patriots repeat with a 48-39 victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->