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Offensive Playmakers Make Their Mark In State Playoffs

Offensive Playmakers Make Their Mark In State Playoffs
Brazley Barnes
Brazley Barnes March 10, 2026 @ 10:19 AM
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Hailey Gray
Hailey Gray 5'5" | PG/SG/SG | 2028
IL
Nellie Osterhues
Nellie Osterhues 5'7" | PG | 2027
IL
Dani Guedet
Dani Guedet 6'0" | SF/SG | 2026
IL
Marycait Mackie
Marycait Mackie 5'6" | SG | 2026
IL
Lyla Shelton
Lyla Shelton 5'7" | CG | 2026
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In playoff basketball, scoring runs decide everything. These players can stretch defenses, create their own shot, and swing momentum. When the game tightens up, they have the ability to take over and put pressure on opponents offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["972333"],"_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-69ac6750c31b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Leading scorer who is a clever plaver with a nice pull-up game. Very instinctual, which can be both a strength and something to refine. A shifty guard who can cause problems by speeding up the ball handlers. Tough shooting night, but she didn't lose confidence. Still aggressive and willing to make plays. Needs more rhythm at times, but when she gets in rhythm she can completely change the tempo of a game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["741838"],"_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-69ac6750c3224"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Known as a shooter but brings more than scoring. She is a connector who makes the right pass and reads defenses well. Started runs with shooting and playmaking and also helped stop runs with penetration and steals. Smart veteran presence who keeps the offense organized. Her decision-making helps keep Loyola balanced on both ends of the floor. She understands tempo and plays with confidence in big moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514892"],"_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-69ac6750c3273"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The star of the show, the shooting star, to be exact. Super quick release with a high follow-through and plenty of swagger to go with it. When she makes one, you might see that follow-through hang there a little extra. She plays like every shot is going in. What stood out was that she wasn't just streaky she was knocking shots down in all four quarters. Big-time confidence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["861181"],"_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-69ac6750c330f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deep, unlimited range as a shooter, but also plays with patience and control. Picks her moments to attack and does not force action. Shows strong poise and leadership while running the team. A steady guard who understands tempo and spacing. Has another year to continue building her skill set. When she controls the pace, the offense looks much more organized.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["840240"],"_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-69ac6750c33e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rare player who can hit threes and then immediately turn around and get a three-point play the hard way. Has an intriguing skill set and clear chemistry with her team. You can tell she has played a lot of basketball. Not always the team's leading scorer, but on any given night she could be, while also contributing in rebounds, blocks, and steals. Shows good footwork inside and gets to the line frequently. Brings a versatile inside-out presence that impacts the game in multiple ways. Can stretch the floor but also battle inside when needed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

In playoff basketball, scoring runs decide everything. These players can stretch defenses, create their own shot, and swing momentum. When the game tightens up, they have the ability to take over and put pressure on opponents offensively.

Hailey Gray

Hailey Gray

IL
PG/SG/SG
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS PG/SG/SG
CLASS 2028
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Hailey
Gray PG/SG/SG
Class
2028
Height
5'5"
IL
Offensive Playmakers Make Their Mark In State Playoffs
Leading scorer who is a clever plaver with a nice pull-up game. Very instinctual, which can be both...
Written by Brazley Barnes
Read more at PrepGirlsHoops.com
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Hailey Gray

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State: Illinois
Club: Skye Sports Academy
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Marycait Mackie

Marycait Mackie

IL
SG
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Marycait
Mackie SG
Class
2026
Height
5'6"
HS
Loyola Academy
|
IL
Offensive Playmakers Make Their Mark In State Playoffs
Known as a shooter but brings more than scoring. She is a connector who makes the right pass...
Written by Brazley Barnes
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Marycait Mackie

Twitter
State: Illinois
School: Loyola Academy
Club: All In
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Lyla Shelton

Lyla Shelton

IL
CG
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Lyla
Shelton CG
Class
2026
Height
5'7"
HS
Nazareth Academy
|
IL
Offensive Playmakers Make Their Mark In State Playoffs
The star of the show, the shooting star, to be exact. Super quick release with a high follow-through...
Written by Brazley Barnes
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Lyla Shelton

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State: Illinois
School: Nazareth Academy
Club: Chicago Hoops Express
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Nellie Osterhues

Nellie Osterhues

IL
PG
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Nellie
Osterhues PG
Class
2027
Height
5'7"
HS
Rolling Meadows
|
IL
Offensive Playmakers Make Their Mark In State Playoffs
Deep, unlimited range as a shooter, but also plays with patience and control. Picks her moments to attack...
Written by Brazley Barnes
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Nellie Osterhues

State: Illinois
School: Rolling Meadows
Club: Full Package
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Valparaiso
Dani Guedet

Dani Guedet

IL
SF/SG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2026
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Dani
Guedet SF/SG
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
HS
Washington Community
|
IL
Offensive Playmakers Make Their Mark In State Playoffs
Rare player who can hit threes and then immediately turn around and get a three-point play the hard...
Written by Brazley Barnes
Valparaiso
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Dani Guedet

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State: Illinois
School: Washington Community
Club: Mac Irvin Lady Fire
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