The Florida Expo: Team 3 Breakdown.

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Team 3 brought a useful mix of size, defensive activity, and players who could make things happen in transition. [player_tooltip player_id='1928514' first='Polina' last='Shchukina'] established position and worked the glass, while [player_tooltip player_id='1234885' first='Paulina' last='Moret'] supplied some of the team's toughest defense and ran the floor on the fast break. [player_tooltip player_id='1274599' first='Sophia' last='Bass'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1893809' first='Natalie' last='Rumack'] helped push the pace, and [player_tooltip player_id='1219110' first='Demi' last='Reck'] showed she could handle the ball, find cutters, and score inside. [player_tooltip player_id='727591' first='Jaiden' last='Peterson'] provided the leadership on the floor and pushed the pace, and set the tone. With shooters on the perimeter and several players who brought the power, this was a group whose strengths showed up in various ways at the 2026 Expo.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1929776,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/09/DSC04572.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1929776" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1928514"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1929778,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6ab9adc97c6ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#73 [player_tooltip player_id='1928514' first='Polina' last='Shchukina']<br></strong> Shchukina used her size and strength to establish position, box out, and pursue rebounds. She secured an offensive board while protecting the ball, drove into the middle, and drew fouls. She also showed mobility by bringing a rebound upcourt and holding her own for a stretch when switched onto a guard. Her positioning was one of the stronger parts of her performance. Shchukina was very impressive with her ability to grab and go. Not only did she handle the ball well on the break, but she was very good at delivering the pass. On one play, she initiated the break and delivered a long bounce pass to a teammate for the layup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1893809"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6ab9adc97c72b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[</strong>player_tooltip player_id='1893809' first='Natalie' last='Rumack']<strong><br></strong> Rumack played with energy as an aggressive shooter who moved well without the ball. She pushed the ball in transition, found a teammate with a pass, and pursued offensive rebounds and hustle plays from the guard position. She also defended well on the perimeter and communicated with teammates, </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1274599"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6ab9af7e677ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#97 [player_tooltip player_id='1274599' first='Sophia' last='Bass']<br></strong> Bass was active throughout the game and showed the strength, speed, and athleticism to make an impact defensively. She took responsibility for starting fast breaks, pushing the ball upcourt with her eyes up for teammates ahead of the play. Bass was an intelligent player with a high basketball IQ and high motor. Her court vision is what stood out during observation play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1274389"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6ab9b963cdbcb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1274389' first='Gabrielle' last='Palubin']</strong> brought steady effort on both ends, running the floor well and contributing on the glass. She showed touch away from the basket, including a three off a pass from [player_tooltip player_id='1219110' first='Demi' last='Reck']. She appeared more comfortable on the wing, but did go into the paint and mix it up a few times. Palubin was most impressive getting out on the break and scoring in transition. Her hands were very good, and she was impressive catching anything in her vicinity. She was also comfortable shooting the long ball. Palubin has the ability to be impactful on both ends of the floor. At the Expo, she was a standout in the transition game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1219110"],"_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-6ab9b963cdc20"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong> [player_tooltip player_id='1219110' first='Demi' last='Reck']</strong> made smart plays in several roles. She cut into space for a catch-and-finish, ran the floor well, and scored in the paint. She also handled point guard duties, defended hard on the ball, and showed court vision with a bounce pass to a cutter. Her pass to her teammate on the perimeter set up a three. Reck is a playmaking guard who can score, draw the defense, and kick to her teammate. She can score in transition, get to the rim on offense, and can shoot the jumper. Her versatility is what stood out most. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1277459"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6ab9bbd549d1c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Redrianna Mitchell's length stood out, particularly when she jumped a passing lane for a steal. Mitchell ran the floor well and attacked the rim in pursuit of offensive rebounds. She showed the ability to shoot the outside shot and also get to the rim and score at the rim. Mitchell was also impressive on the defensive end, where she blocked a few shots and stole the ball on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1235689"],"_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-6ab9bbd549d74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1235689' first='Jasani' last='Andrews']</strong> displayed quickness and a smooth shooting touch. She knocked down a midrange shot, got into the paint, and drew a double team. Her ability to create off the dribble and shoot the midrange and the long ball stood out. Andrews also stood out with her composure and excellent ball-handling skills. Defensively, Andrews was a pest on the ball and made the opponent compete to operate effectively. The savvy guard impacted both ends of the floor and was a standout at the 2026 EDxpo. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["727591"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6ab9bbd549dd3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='727591' first='Jaiden' last='Peterson']</strong> showed her shooting touch from the perimeter all weekend and mixed in her versatile game to go with it. Peterson runs the show on the offensive end, getting everyone involved. She has the ability to facilitate and then turn on the jets and drive to the rim and create scoring opportunities by layups, midrange shots, and from the free-throw line. Peterson has shown the ability to initiate contact and also play through the physical play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1234885"],"_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-6ab9bbd549e17"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><strong>[</strong></strong>player_tooltip player_id='1234885' first='Paulina' last='Moret'] combined good size with intense defensive effort. She fought through screens, challenged shots, tracked the ball handler, and hustled back into the paint, coming away with a steal and a rebound. She was effective in transition, filling the lane and finishing a fast-break layup off the glass. Moret also hit the boards and was impressive at securing rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->