2029 Standouts at Guard from the Hype Her Hoops Heat Check

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The guard play was impressive to say the least over the weekend. So many gifted scorers, playmakers, shooters, and defenders. The ladies below stood out against quality competition and should be on your radar immediately!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1791737"],"_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-6a1f7ff1dd53e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Quick, crafty guard who can create her own shot at a high level. <strong>Izabella</strong> is very hard to stay in front of. Natural-born scorer off-the-dribble. Deadly floater in the lane. Shows good burst in transition. <strong>Izabella</strong> has a quick trigger and a compact release. Uses her handle and change of pace to create separation. Scores on all 3 levels. She is able to get her shot off in tight spaces. Next-level quickness that translates to the defensive end as well. <strong>Izabella</strong> has a nose for the ball. She was a 1st team All-league selection as a freshman for Heritage High School.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1819574"],"_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-6a1f7ff1dd434"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Rilynn</strong> has long arms, impressive footwork, and a sweet shooting stroke. The 1/2 dribble pull-up is beautiful! True shooting guard with a polished skillset. <strong>Rilynn</strong> moves well off-the-ball and understands how to relocate to open spots on the perimeter. Her 3&amp;D potential is next level. She has good speed in the open floor. Her basketball IQ stands out. <strong>Rilynn</strong> was a 2nd team Freeway League selection following the high school season. Keep an eye on her development moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1261565"],"_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-69e28bfc75184"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Alexa </strong>pushes the ball, controls tempo, and sees the floor extremely well. She always has her head up, particularly in transition. She routinely delivered on-time, on-target passes to teammates on the fastbreak. <strong>Alexa </strong>can shoot and drive. Excellent mechanics on her jumper. Shoots it well off-the-catch and off-the-dribble. She can drive-and-dish and drive-and-kick at a high level. The intangibles stand out. Her on-ball defense stood out as well. Fearless young PG with little to no weaknesses. <strong>Alexa's</strong> all-around impact is undeniable.</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":"Cryssi Smith","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'9u0022","_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":"Chaminade","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Proformance EYBL","_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-6a1f7ff1dd377"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Cryssi</strong> is a gifted scorer with length and quickness. She is crafty with the ball in her hands. <strong>Cryssi</strong> has an excellent euro in the lane. She makes open shots. She can finish in traffic. She rebounds very well for a guard. <strong>Cryssi </strong>displays good burst in transition and has the athleticism to make tough finishes around the basket. She stays in constant motion off-the-ball. Her length is hard to match up with on the perimeter. The upside is there and so is the production thus far in her prep career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["892633"],"_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-6a1e43e834f00"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Long-range sniper alert! <strong>Layla</strong> was lights out on the perimeter all weekend long. Elite spot-up shooter when she gets her feet set. <strong>Layla</strong> can attack the basket as well. Her layup package is impressive. Finishes with either hand at a variety of angles. Defensively, <strong>Layla</strong> plays with heart, IQ, and toughness. She is willing to take the charge, dive for the loose ball, and do whatever else is necessary to impact winning. Intriguing 2-way scorer who has made plenty of noise this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1831180"],"_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-6a1f7ff1dd4c0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Arianna</strong> has a nice blend of size, skill, and athleticism. She gets to her spots and scores with ease. Scores from any and everywhere on the floor. Her versatility as a scorer translates to the next level. She can play on and off-the-ball. Willing passer who sets her teammates up for easy looks. Her feel for the game stands out. <strong>Arianna</strong> already has a polished skillset to go along with high upside on the other end as a perimeter defender. National recruit with one of the highest ceilings in the 2029 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1268007"],"_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-6a0eb730c8d7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Addison</strong> is arguably the top slasher in the 2029 class. Virtually unstoppable going downhill. You cannot sag off too much because she is a capable shooter from the perimeter. Physical guard who uses the body bump to get to her spots. Elite athlete with a natural feel for the game. Has the body control to hang in the air and finish. Her playmaking ability is noticeably getting better and better. <strong>Addison</strong> thrives in transition. She has the ability to take a game over at a moment's notice.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1793881"],"_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-6a1f84e722369"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Alexa</strong> is a versatile combo guard who gets it done on both ends. She can score, facilitate, and defend. The stroke looks pure. The floater is deadly. <strong>Alexa</strong> makes good decisions with the ball in her hands. Plays with poise and composure. Unselfish player who routinely makes the right play. <strong>Alexa</strong> can run the offense but doesn't need the ball to be effective on the offensive end. She has the ability to play multiple roles depending on team needs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->