2029 Rankings Update: Guards Geared Up for the Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, we'll highlight five guards from the Class of 2029 rankings who are geared up to take their game to the next level and play key roles for their teams this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["898680"],"_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-6ac4100605e16"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emerson has a pure stroke from deep with great mechanics and shoots with accuracy. In my most recent viewing, her energy and the way she got after it on defense really stood out. Her ability to shoot the three-ball and defend gives her the potential to be a solid 3-and-D prospect. Emerson was the Lady Raiders' third-leading scorer as a freshman, and her numbers could see a nice jump this season after losing last year's leading scorer to graduation. <em>(Featured Image)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1213571"],"_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-6ac4100605e85"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaycee had a strong freshman season, leading Harlan County in scoring at 11.3 points per game. She handles the ball well and is a really good passer in her own right. Jaycee knows how to manufacture her own shots and can carry the offensive load when needed, while also finding her teammates for quality looks. She will be a big part of the Lady Black Bears' success this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1277548"],"_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-6ac4100605ed8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McKinley plays hard and brings a lot of energy to the floor. She is a much better shooter than her percentages may indicate and is very scrappy on the defensive end. McKinley was Paintsville's second-leading scorer last season at 9.1 points per game and has now transferred to Lawrence County. Look for her to be a huge offensive weapon for the Lady Bulldogs this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1505438"],"_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-6ac54bb859c7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ella is part of a talented young core at McLean County and was a major contributor last season, averaging 10.8 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. She's a competitor who does the little things that impact winning. Whether it's crashing the boards, making hustle plays, or getting a bucket when her team needs it, she delivers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1274411"],"_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-6ac4100605f21"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Annslee is an effective scorer from all three levels. She can make shots from the outside and get to the rim, using her strong frame to initiate contact. She also plays well off two feet in the paint and demonstrates patience around the basket. Annslee does a good job leaking out in transition and finding scoring opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->