PGH Dakotas Expo: Floor Generals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Being able to control the game for your team is a vital aspect of team success and only certain players are able to do that at a high and consistent level. The girls in this article proved all day long in 5vs5 action they had the ability to do just that. Sacrificing some personal scoring for the betterment of the team is what thes players did. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Being a floor general isn't just about the offensive end it is also about setting the tone defensively for your team and leading by example. Taking pride in controlling the other teams guards and making it difficult for them to get into there offensive flow is a weapon itself. In this article we will take a look at some of the players who did a great job in these areas. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1936436,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/10/HPY82CSWMAA17mt_7bb8fe.webp?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1936436" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1826766"],"_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-6acfb94a8ad10"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Consistent shooter with some range at Expo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Athletic guard </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good anticipation on defense getting into passing lanes and creating steals</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Boxed out very well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Quick defensive hands disrupted her matchups timing with passes </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has solid offensive footwork and fundamentals </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Transition game is where she seemed to shine, using great change of pace to gain leverage on defenders and get to the basket </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a beautiful touch off the glass for scores going full speed 🙌 </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great perimeter shot fake to set up a two foot jump stop in the paint followed by up n under step through for score 👌</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Have to point out how good she was defensively as well, moved feet very well and was aggressive </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Creative ballhandler with shake n bake to get by defenders and create scoring opportunities for herself and others</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1303957"],"_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-6acfb94a8ad72"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-True point guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Knows how to take advantage of being a lefty/smart</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Confident ball player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great communicator</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-High NRG player </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Could have been the assist leader on the day </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Enjoyed watching her make the correct pass with the proper hand</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Knows correct passing angles on post feeds and off ball cutters</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Controls the game and understands the correct tempo her team needs at different stages of the game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Very fundamentally sound on both ends of the floor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hustle/Dove on floor for loose ball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Did a nice job of boxing out </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1861225"],"_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-6acfb94a8adc3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Plays the game the right way/understands her role</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Not just a good all-round guard but also basketball player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Shot the ball very well at Expo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Makes alot of smart basketball plays </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Makes all the extra passes/gets everyone involved </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Very good defensive communicator</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good off ball anticipation </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Got to midline or further for help side defense </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Above average ballhandling skills while being pressured </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Uses body and change of pace well to control defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a clear understanding of offensive spacing</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-High motor/doesn't seem to get tired</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Relentless on ball defense </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Very impressed on how well and strong her screens are set</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["935884"],"_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-6acfb94a8ae0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-High quality combo guard </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Continually made soft and timely passes for easy baskets </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had a real burst when attacking down hill </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Seemed to always have her eyes up looking for open teammates </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Was able to control the games with the dribble or with scoring the rock</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Played with high energy and toughness </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Played aggressive on ball defense </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Scrappy rebounder </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Made outside shots, open and contested </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1901944"],"_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-6acfc34c196e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Intense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Made life miserable for the girls she guarded at the Expo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Perfect example of a player you love to have on your team but hate to have to go up against</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Moved feet defensively very well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Didn't reach on defense, used body extremely well without fouling </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-On floor for loose balls </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Picked up full court </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good athleticism and strength </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Very gritty player </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Energizer bunny/seemed to have as much in the tank at the end of the Expo as the start</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Got wide on outlet passes/looked to push the ball and put pressure on the defense </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Was hyper aggressive in getting teammates involved first then herself </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Liked her sneaky ball handling skills and change of pace</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Saw the floor well and made quality passes to the right teammates </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Showed the ability to score inside with nice touch but also with a nice stroke from the perimeter </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Made the most of her opportunities on the offensive end</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->