Salem’s Next Chapter: Three Players Ready to Lead the Sun Devils

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Salem High School enters the season looking to build on last year's 21-5 record. Four starters have graduated, leaving plenty of opportunities for the Lady Sundevils. Head coach Jason Clark now faces some tough game-day decisions. With the roster wide open, several players have a chance to step into larger roles. Among his biggest decisions will be how to use these three players as Salem pursues another strong season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["584607"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab3f1f59831c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"> Jonesis the odds-on favorite to take over Salem's starting point guard role. Though undersized, she is a shifty ball handler who sees the floor and anticipates movement within the offense. She has already established herself as the Sundevils' best shooter. As her role grows, Jones should have more opportunities to score and create for her teammates. In turn, she could draw attention from college coaches seeking a true point guard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891285"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab3f1f598379"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sanders enters her senior season with interest from Division II and III programs. An athletic small forward, she gives Salem dependable perimeter defense and a reliable secondary scoring option. Moreover, Sanders can step up late in games when her team needs her. That ability could prove valuable for a young Sun Devils squad finding its way this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1319795"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab3f1f5983b5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> Medina already possesses several Division I offers and a central role in Salem's offense. A big guard with flashy ball handling, she can score while creating opportunities for her teammates. Her vision and passing ability already stand out as skills that can translate to the next level. As Clark shapes his offense, Medina's ability to facilitate and score gives the Sun Devils a player to build around.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Salem's 21-5 season set the standard, but four departed starters leave this group with its own identity to build. Medina can drive the offense, Jones can take command at the point, and Sanders can deliver when it matters. Now comes the test: turning opportunity into wins.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->