2024-2025 Team Preview: Centennial Eagles

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Centinnial Lady Eagles (Port St Lucie)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Class 7A District 7</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Head Coach: Jesse Stewart</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Last Season Record: 16-11 (Lost in Regional Semi-Finals)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514564"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67339e1611d08"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='514564' first='Jailyn' last='Williams'] averaged 18.4 PPG last season along with 11.1 RPG. She plays physically and fast, with excellent footwork. Not only is she one of the top players in the county, but she's also an underrated player in the state. I foresee this being her breakout year now that she has the experience from last season's deep playoff run, and I expect her to be the team's #1 option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jada Parson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Centennial Eagles (Port St Lucie)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67339e1611e0a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jada Parson is part of the “twin tower” combo at Centennial, giving the team strong size in the frontcourt. Jada averaged 10.5 PPG last season along with 7.2 RPG. Her athleticism, ability to run the floor, and tenacity in going after loose balls complement her twin tower perfectly. I expect her to average a double-double this season alongside Jailyn.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514563"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67339e1611e79"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='514563' first='Jakenzye' last='McBride'] is a quick, shifty guard who can handle the ball well under pressure and plays each possession like it's her last on both ends of the court. Her ability to use her crossover to get downhill and draw two defenders creates easy opportunities for her twin towers to finish at the rim. Her vision in transition also sets up easy buckets for teammates who run the floor. Last season at South Fork, Jakenzye averaged 10.8 PPG, 2.2 APG, and 2.9 SPG. Her ability to run the point guard position will be a valuable addition to the Centennial Eagles this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>IMPACT PLAYERS:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Two players coach is excited about their potential contribution to the team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["874207"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67339e1611edb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='874207' first='Waniya' last='Fortner'] is another fast, shifty guard who will help the team play the up-tempo style that the coach wants. Waniya has the ability to keep the ball on a string and uses her counter moves to throw defenders off balance. She also shoots well off both the catch and the dribble. As a sophomore this year, she will be able to contribute valuable minutes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["515105"],"_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"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67339e1611f36"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='515105' first='Alayna' last='Knapp'] will contribute valuable minutes as a high-energy player. With plenty of ball handlers on the floor and great size, Alayna will be able to make an impact wherever needed, allowing her to play her game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Style Of Play:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The coach is looking for this group to be physical and fast. He expects the Lady Eagles to push the ball and defend at a high level. He is excited for the returning players to show their leadership and carry the team deep into the playoffs this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>What will it take for the team to win state?</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Correct grammar and spelling When I asked coach Jesse this question, his answer was "This is a phenoomenal group and is ready to compete for a state championship. Everyone will need to carry our standard of basketball and teammates, while embracing the everyday grind. Im excited for this group to get the recognition they deserve and will earn"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->