Catholic Preps for Big Home Opener

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Catholic High School is gearing up for the 2026-2027 season with a talented roster featuring experienced playmakers, versatile scorers, and promising young talent. The Crusaders brings a combination of returning contributors and new additions who will look to make an impact on both ends of the floor. Catholic will host St. James for its home opener on November 20th at 6:30pm, giving the team an early opportunity to showcase its talent and set the tone for the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["735561"],"_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-6af538eeb759a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Loritts is a versatile offensive threat who combines athleticism, ball handling, and impressive footwork to create scoring opportunities at all three levels. She uses her crossover to attack downhill, creates separation for pull-up jumpers, and finishes through contact with an ability to draw fouls. Her creativity around the basket, perimeter shooting, and ability to contribute as a playmaker make her a difficult matchup for opposing defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["551094"],"_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-6af538eeb75fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lynch may be sidelined this season due to injury, but the junior remains a talented guard with an impressive offensive skill set and another year ahead of her at Catholic. She is a dynamic three-level scorer who uses her shifty handles, patience, and ability to change direction to create separation and attack gaps in the defense. Her perimeter shooting, court vision, and crafty finishes around the rim make her a dangerous offensives threat and highlight what she brings to the program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["746290"],"_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-6af538eeb7636"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Youngblood is a poised floor general who controls the tempo with her ball handling, court vision, and ability to make smart decisions under pressure. She creates opportunities for her teammates by drawing defenders and delivering accurate passes, but can also attack the basket and finish through traffic. Her perimeter shooting adds another dimension to her game, as she finds open space and stays ready to knock down shots off the catch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1425700"],"_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-6af538eeb7664"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ross is an unselfish point guard who understands how to manage an offense and create opportunities for her teammates. She handles pressure with confidence, attacks the basket to draw fouls, and uses her perimeter shooting to keep defenders from crowding her. Defensively, her positioning, technique, and ability to disrupt opposing ball handlers make her an important contributor on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1320178"],"_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-6af538eeb768f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jones-Mayfield is a versatile wing who uses her size, length, and scoring ability to create matchup problems for opposing defenses. At 6 feet tall, she is a confident perimeter shooter who can knock down threes from the top of the key and make an impact without needing many dribbles to create her offense. She also contributes on the glass, using her height to secure rebounds and initiate transition opportunities for her team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1539046"],"_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-6af538eeb76b9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tynes brings impressive size and versatility to the point guard position, using her 6-foot frame to see over defenders and facilitate the offense. She is capable of pushing the tempo, creating scoring opportunities at multiple levels, and making effective reads to find open teammates. Her length and athleticism also translate defensively, allowing her to guard multiple positions and contribute on the glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1209646"],"_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-6af538eeb76e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Boze is a crafty three-level scorer who has a variety of moves to create her own offense against tough defenders. She excels in the midrange, using misdirection, patience, and strong ball handling to attack gaps and create separation for pull-up jumpers. Her ability to make difficult shots and produce offensively gives Catholic another reliable scoring option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1058489"],"_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-6af538eeb770f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ducharme brings size, athleticism, and a developing interior presence that allows her to impact the game around the basket. She moves well for her size, uses her footwork to establish position, and shows the ability to finish with either hand in the paint. Her rebounding instincts, shot-contesting ability, and defensive awareness give Catholic a valuable presence inside as she continues to develop her offensive game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2000756"],"_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-6af538eeb7738"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Holuka is a physical combo guard who attacks scoring opportunities with confidence and shows the ability to create shots off the dribble. She uses her crossover to get around defenders, attacks gaps for pull-up jumpers, and embraces contact on drives to the basket, earning trips to the free-throw line. Her hustle on the defensive end and willingness to encourage teammates add to the impact she makes beyond scoring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->