Top Kansas Small-School Guards with Elite Assist Efficiency

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the next wave of talent emerges across small-school basketball in Kansas, a standout group of young guards is proving that efficiency and playmaking aren't limited by school size. There are a few players like [player_tooltip player_id='1116017' first='Bethany' last='Simmelink'], [player_tooltip player_id='766788' first='Adelynne' last='Strecker'], [player_tooltip player_id='621267' first='Emerson' last='Kirk'], and Gretchen Bott that are setting themselves apart with their impressive assist-to-turnover ratios, disciplined decision-making, and ability to elevate those around them. These underclassmen are not only key contributors for their teams but are also establishing themselves as future college prospects through their poise, leadership, and control of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1116017"],"_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-6876793fe319d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1116017' first='Bethany' last='Simmelink'] is setting a standard for efficiency in Kansas hoops. A poised floor general for Rock Hills, she has impressive decision-making and court awareness every time she steps on the floor. Averaging 4.6 assists per game, she consistently creates scoring opportunities for her teammates while minimizing costly mistakes. Her assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.98 is attributed to her excellent decision making skills with the basketball and she can control the tempo of the game. Whether she's threading a pass through traffic or calmly navigating pressure, she maintains her composure. Her balance of ball security and offensive production makes her a valuable asset to her team and a name for college programs to keep on their radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["766788"],"_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-6876793fe31fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='766788' first='Adelynne' last='Strecker'] stands out as one of the most efficient guards in Kansas. She averages 4.1 assists per game and boasts an elite assist-to-turnover ratio of 3.65, this is a direct result of her outstanding decision-making and court vision. Strecker also contributes defensively with 4.1 steals per game and adds scoring versatility by hitting 34% from beyond the arc. Her poise in high-pressure situations, including turnover-free playoff performances, makes her a reliable and mature floor leader. Strecker is a high-IQ, two-way guard who should be firmly on the radar of college programs looking for a steady, impact playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["621267"],"_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-6876793fe3244"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='621267' first='Emerson' last='Kirk'] is showing she is a skilled and efficient guard who has composure and control. She averaged 4.2 assists per game and maintained a strong assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.75, showcasing her ability to create opportunities while minimizing mistakes. A confident scorer and high-IQ playmaker, She consistently elevates her teammates and handles pressure well. Her leadership and decision-making make her a reliable floor general and a promising prospect for the next level.</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":"Gretchen Bott","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12121","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Linn","_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-6876793fe32df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gretchen Bott is rising the ranks as an efficient and complete guard who is showing she can play with maturity beyond her years. She averaged 4.4 assists per game and maintained a strong assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.81, showing elite decision-making and control. Bott also contributed 6.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game, proving to be a steady two-way player. Her court vision, defensive instincts, and leadership qualities make her a rising talent in Kansas Class of 2027 and a promising future prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->