Big Year Ahead for These Talented Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Guards to Watch This Upcoming Season</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Each new season highlights a multitude of talented guards ready to leave their mark. It also features prospects who have already showcased their skills and look to build on them. The guards on this list bring creativity, leadership, defensive tenacity, and scoring firepower. They are energized and poised to impact the upcoming season in a major way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1121216"],"_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-68adf29b1faa3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rojas (cover photo) plays like a coach on the floor, combining leadership with a high basketball IQ. She moves the ball with precision, creates easy scoring chances for teammates, and can finish at the rim. Rojas can finish with craftiness—whether dropping a baseline floater or converting in transition. Her instincts and communication make her the kind of guard who elevates everyone around her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["741734"],"_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":1308868,"_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"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae3cb4df295"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='741734' first='Sienna' last='Williams']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams is a confident perimeter shooter who showcased her ability to stretch defenses from beyond the arc. She shoots the three with accuracy and composure, giving her team a consistent weapon on the outside. Beyond her shooting, she has the instincts to turn defense into offense, finishing plays in transition and creating scoring chances for her teammates. Williams competes with intensity on both ends, plays passing lanes well, and brings a balanced impact as both a scorer and defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["741336"],"_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-68adf29b1fb06"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dorvilis is a fearless young point guard whose speed and athleticism shine. She can disrupt an opponent's offense with her relentless defense while using that same quickness on the other end to break down defenses and set up teammates. Dorvilus can also get to the rim and connect on the short jumper. With her energy and playmaking ability, she's a rising star to watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1121344"],"_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-68adf51a3481e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pedraza is a pure shooter from deep, equipped with a smooth-quick release and confidence in her game. She is crafty and can also score with floaters, mid-range jumpers, and smart baseline cuts, showing she's far from one-dimensional. Her high IQ allows her to anticipate and make timely passes and reads. Pedraza is a player who is poised to have a big year and she will be shooting the three and forcing defenses to constantly adjust.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934760"],"_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-68ae01b4b7323"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sanchez impresses with her versatility and creativity. She transitions seamlessly between running the point and sliding to the wing and is always adapting to what her team needs. She excels in transition and is also deadly in the half court seat with her ability to get to the rim. Sanchez can also shoot the three and the mid range, but her strength is attacking the defense with an array of offensive moves. with patience and vision, while her reverse pivot spin move in the paint highlighted her confidence, craftiness, and flair. Sanchez plays with instincts well beyond her years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["515002"],"_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-68ae074ce3656"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Young showed over the summer that she can score from all over the floor. She knocked down threes with confidence and attacked the rim off the dribble from either side. Her shooting touch combined with her ability to create off the bounce makes her a dynamic offensive weapon. Young is a player who puts NFEI in a position to duplicate the magic experienced last year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514910"],"_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":1308872,"_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"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae0bb9acd3b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Corbin is a dynamic guard who excels at breaking down defenses. She has an array of moves that leaves defenders off balance, creating easy lanes to the basket. She is a good shooter who can space the floor. Corbin is even more dangerous in transition where her speed and aggressiveness put pressure on defenses. She plays the team game and plays in sync with her teammates. Corbin's speed, defense and her ability to score at all three levels while attacking downhill makes her one of the most versatile guards to follow this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->