2025-26 Players to Watch: 3A PSL — Nisqually

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["925070"],"_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-6917acb2cea2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A Co-Defensive MVP and First Team All-League selection, Stanford was the heartbeat of River Ridge's success. A shifty, athletic guard with elite quickness, she was a nightmare for opponents on both ends. Offensively, Stanford could score at will, attacking the rim or creating space for her jumper, all while making smart, unselfish decisions as a passer. Defensively, she locked down opposing guards with relentless effort, quick feet, and anticipation. Her motor never stopped, and her energy lifted the entire team. Stanford set the tone as one of the fiercest competitors in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["579809"],"_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-6917acb2cea8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cordis earned First Team All-League honors through her blend of creativity, intelligence, and control. A high-level ball handler, she manipulated defenses with hesitations, crossovers, and sharp reads. Her ability to get defenders off balance allowed her to penetrate and finish around the rim with precision. Cordis had a tremendous sense for timing and spacing—she saw help rotations before they happened and made plays accordingly. On defense, her quick feet and awareness led to numerous steals. Cordis' combination of poise and aggressiveness made her one of the most dynamic guards</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["751214"],"_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-6917acb2ceade"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cavalier gave River Ridge another weapon in the backcourt, earning Second Team All-League recognition for her consistency and skill. A crafty guard, she excelled at getting into the paint and making the right decision once there—whether it was dropping in a floater or dishing to an open teammate. Her jumper was smooth and dependable; every shot looked like it was going in. On defense, her quick feet and anticipation made her a disruptive force. Cavalier's balance of scoring, playmaking, and defense made her a key part of River Ridge's backcourt dominance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1051339"],"_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-6917acb2ceb28"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jackson's scoring versatility earned her a spot on the Second Team All-League roster. A high-IQ guard, she could hurt defenses both on and off the ball. She shot the ball with confidence and efficiency, spacing the floor for her teammates, while also driving to the rim when defenders closed out too hard. Jackson's decision-making stood out—she always seemed to make the right play, whether shooting, attacking, or finding the open teammate. Her skill and composure make her one of the top returning guards in the league heading into next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1226970"],"_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-6917acb2ceb72"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Neilsen was one of the most dynamic scorers, earning Second Team All-League honors for her all-around impact. She thrived in the open floor, using her speed and strength to attack the rim in transition and finish through contact. In the half court, she excelled in the pick-and-roll, reading defenses and getting downhill effectively. Defensively, Neilsen's anticipation and activity made her a disruptive force who could guard multiple positions. With her ability to score from anywhere and defend at a high level, she was a complete two-way player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->