Team 2 Breakdown: Paint Pressure, Playmaking, Interior Potential

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Team 2 brought a mix of downhill pressure, budding playmaking, perimeter shooting, and interior size to the Prep Hoops GA Expo. [player_tooltip player_id='1934965' first='Ashia' last='Mountain'], [player_tooltip player_id='1813958' first='Catherine' last='Harris'], [player_tooltip player_id='1927153' first='Bristol' last='Machgan'], [player_tooltip player_id='1215372' first='Sadie' last='Chambers'], [player_tooltip player_id='1756360' first='Akudo' last='Ojeme'], and [player_tooltip player_id='974867' first='Brenley' last='Matthews'] each showed tools worth tracking as they continue developing within the 2028 class. From guards creating advantages off the bounce to frontcourt prospects providing screens and a presence around the basket, this group offered several ways to impact a possession. Here is a closer look at what each prospect showed and the areas of growth that can help move her game forward…</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1934965"],"_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":1935799,"_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-6acd8a48d783e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Ashia is an aggressive downhill attacker who put pressure on the defense off the bounce. She showed burst in the open floor, generated paint touches, and finished strong. Her direct approach toward the basket gave her a way to force a reaction from the defense. She also showed the mid-range game, providing an option before getting all the way to the rim. Her vision and drive-and-spray ability added playmaking value to her her offensive arsenal. She used her dribble penetration to create more than her own scoring opportunity, with the pass becoming an option as the defense reacted to the drive. The combination of downhill pressure, a middle game, and the ability to find teammates made her one of the toughest covers throughout the camp.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1813958"],"_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":1935800,"_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-6acd8a48d790f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Catherine is a small guard with handles and the ability to create offense in isolation. She showed production inside the arc and could initiate the offense, giving her a role with the rock in her hands. Her ability to attack was often unmatched, especially when the offense needed someone to create an opportunity off the bounce. She also showed drive-and-spray ability, adding a passing element to her individual creation. The next step is learning to do more with less. Her floor game can become more efficient when she gets to the advantage sooner and makes the next decision without unnecessary dribbles. That growth would help her connect her isolation skill with a smoother offensive flow and make her tougher to contain. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1875906"],"_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":1935801,"_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-6acd8a48d79b0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Bristol has a wiry, slim frame and showed an aggressive approach when the game opened up. She pushed in transition, attacked the cup, and finished through contact. Her willingness to apply pressure before the defense could settle was a clear part of her offensive scoring arsenal. She did not allow her slender build to keep her from embracing contact at the basket. She also showed the ability to initiate the offense and facilitate adding value to ver overall floor game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1215372"],"_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":1935802,"_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-6acd8a48d7a49"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium","anchor":"acf-block-6acd8a48d7a49"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size" id="acf-block-6acd8a48d7a49">Sadie showed the ability to initiate the offense, create paint touches, and get to the cup. She was looking for her own offense while also showing playmaking ability, giving her a foundation that includes both scoring intent and creation for others. Her willingness to attack the paint is a useful part of her scoring package because it gives the defense a decision to make when it comes to building a wall or staying attached to their defender. The next layer is connecting her scoring approach with the read that follows the initial attack. When she can get into the paint and stay under control, she gives herself an opportunity to finish or create for teammates. Her playmaking and willingness to initiate are encouraging pieces to continue developing. As she continue learning when to pursue her own opportunity and when the defense has opened a better chance for a teammate will take her playmaking ability to another level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1756360"],"_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":1935803,"_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-6acd8a48d7ada"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Akudo brings size and length to the floor that gives her a presence around the basket on both ends of the floor. She worked to establish inside position, showed interior scoring value, set solid screens, and was active on the glass. Those actions provide ways for her to impact the game beyond simply waiting for a post touch. Her length was also a factor defensively, where she served as a rim deterrent. Her interior game is still developing, particularly her hands, footwork, and post moves, but there is a foundation to work with and her physical tools allows her to be a emerging prospect to keep eyes on this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["974867"],"_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":1935804,"_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-6acd8a48d7b6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Brenley has positional size, provided solid screening, and showed the three-ball as part of her offensive package. While the outside shot provided a scoring option away from the basket, she also showed flashes of putting the rock on the floor and attacking, which is an area she can continue to develop. The next step is establishing a more dependable presence inside while improving her movement and defensive understanding. Her feet were slow, and as she gets quicker her help-side and gap responsibilities will improve. She has a solid inside and out skill set and as she becomes more assertive and dependable as an inside scoring threat her presence on the court this season can be very impactful.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1867893"],"_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":1935818,"_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-6acd97e8d4b0f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="text-gray-700 has-medium-font-size">Ila is a small guard with the opportunity to become a more impactful presence as her confidence continues to develop. She must play with greater assertiveness, trust her skill set, and become more comfortable taking command when opportunities present themselves. Whether attacking off the bounce, looking for her shot, or initiating offense for others, she cannot hesitate or allow possessions to pass without making her presence felt. Playing with stronger body language, making decisive reads, and maintaining an aggressive mindset will help her become a more consistent contributor. As porbably the youngest player in camp, she showed a budding floor game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->