Big Impacts At Any Size

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Colorado Freshmen Showcase proved that impact on the court comes in every size. Both tall and small players shined, from bigs powering in for easy buckets to smaller guards applying relentless pressure. Here are a few who left a lasting impression.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1228054"],"_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-6a7ba95a5563a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wedgeworth brings the perfect blend of size and experience to dominate the paint. She was a powerhouse throughout the showcase, grabbing rebounds and muscling her way to easy buckets or the free-throw line. With a developing outside jumper, Wedgeworth is looking to improve her perimeter skillset by handling the ball and driving more. Wedgeworth is poised to keep rising at Smoky Hill this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1842273"],"_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-6a7ba95a556cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hanson is an energetic baller who plays bigger than her size on defense. She is a pesky defender and provides excellent on-ball pressure. Hanson uses her smaller size to effectively navigate screens to contest shots. Hanson's quickness allows her to penetrate and get into the paint, where she is capable of making the correct reads and kickout passes. The Cherry Creek freshman is looking to make an impact this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1250880"],"_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-6a7ba95a55745"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nota's size never limits her hustle or intensity on the court. She is a defensive spark, pestering ball handlers all over the court. Nota has good handles and is nifty enough to get by her primary defender. She is capable of knocking down a few long-range jump shots, which keep defenders off-balance. Nota continues to prove that big contributions can come from anyone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1839583"],"_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-6a7ba95a557b1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Trueman's 6'1 frame made her a dominant force inside, overpowering smaller opponents at the showcase. She was great at taking it to the basket and finishing through contact. Trueman has a soft touch and has improved her footwork around the rim. Her perimeter game continues to improve as she knocked down a few outside jump shots. As her perimeter skills grow, Trueman looks set for a standout freshman year at Arapahoe.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1243087"],"_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-6a7ba95a5581a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alvarado's aggressive style lets her play above her size, especially on defense. She tracks the ball well and crashes the boards with authority. Alvarado's physicality is an asset as she is stronger than most players of her size. She uses that leverage to attack the rim and draw contact. Alvarado also showed the ability to knock down corner threes as well. The incoming freshman should give Horizon's bench a nice boost this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->