Week 3's Frontcourt Forces | Prep Girls Hoops

Week 3 showcased impressive frontcourt play across North Florida, as several forwards elevated their impact and status. From interior anchors controlling the paint to versatile forwards scoring inside and out, this week revealed the talent on the front line in the Northeast region of the State of Florida. These players brought strength, skill, and timely production—establishing themselves as the driving forces behind their teams' success and forwards to follow this 2025- 2026 campaign.    [player_tooltip player_id='633529' first='Mia' last='Chandler'] (cover photo in white jersey) posted one of Week Three's most impressive frontcourt performances, delivering 19 points and 18 rebounds and dominating the paint on both ends of the floor. She established deep post position throughout the game, attacked the rim with purpose, and consistently generated second-chance opportunities and getting to the freethrow line. Chandler finished plays through contact, sealed defenders effectively, and ran the floor with intention. Chandler has always been one of the fastest forwards to get down the floor. Her rebounding presence—both on the defensive and offensive boards—shifted possessions and gave her team numerous possessions. Chandler's paint production solidified her as one of the region's most impactful forwards. The 19-and-18 double-double outing was a statement performance and a clear display of her ability. Chandler is one of top unsigned forwards in the State.     [player_tooltip player_id='974196' first='Trinity' last='Dinkins'] showcased one of the most polished offensive skill sets of Week Three. She displayed advanced shot-creation ability, using footwork, balance, and separation moves that are rarely seen at the high school level. Her two fadeaway-one leggers executed with clean mechanics and confidence looked like a college-ready shot. Dinkins scored effectively from multiple levels, attacking off the dribble, creating space in the mid-range, and scoring in transition. Her combination of skill, control, and shot-making touch makes her one of the most dynamic Sophomore scoring threats in the region.     [player_tooltip player_id='514521' first='Brie' last='McCoy'] continued her strong play against Tocoi Creek. The power forward showcased strength, touch, and footwork that made her a consistent scoring option inside. McCoy established deep position throughout the game and went to work with her trademark left-handed power move—finishing through contact and controlling the paint. Her growth showed when she faked with the left and reverse pivoted to the right hand, keeping the defense honest and demonstrating an expanding toolbox. Her activity on the offensive and defensive glass created transition baskets and second chance scoring opportunities. McCoy's combination of post presence, improved left and right hand finishes, make her a match-up challenge and one of the most productive power forwards on the First Coast. It also makes her one of the most talented and intriguing unsigned seniors prospects in the area.     [player_tooltip player_id='400813' first='Asiana' last='McCreary'] delivered one of her most fluid performances of the season, looking natural and confident operating on the wing. Her offensive game expanded in Week Three as she attacked off the dribble, created downhill opportunities, and used her length to finish in traffic. She continued to anchor the defense with her ability to guard multiple positions—handling interior matchups while also sliding seamlessly onto perimeter players when needed. Though she didn't shut down McCoy on Creekside, her impact and effort were felt. McCreary's growing comfort as a wing scorer with some spotted inside scoring , combined with her established defensive versatility elevates her profile and allows her to have a huge impact in multiple ways.     [player_tooltip player_id='1278544' first='Nikayla' last='Alford'] provided a dependable interior presence, using her strong frame to establish deep position in the paint and give her guards a reliable target. Alford showed excellent hands, securing tough passes and keeping multiple possessions alive with her activity around the rim. Offensively, her battle for second chances made a clear impact-giving he team multiple possessions . Alford's was very impactful with her physicality, interior position, and toughness in the paint. She gives San Jose one of the toughest front court on the First Coast.     [player_tooltip player_id='1201802' first='Jannell' last='Houston'] (cover photo in red jersey) is one of the toughest small forwards/guards in the state. Houston is fearless in contact, active on the glass, and relentless on both ends of the floor. Her versatility allows her to impact the game in multiple ways: she can handle the ball under pressure, attack off the dribble, defend both guard and wing positions, and score from different levels of the floor. Houston is dangerous off the bounce, and when she becomes more consistent shooting off the catch, she'll add another layer to her offensive tool bag —making her an even more dangerous and close to unstoppable on the offensive end of the floor.     Week Three was a special one for [player_tooltip player_id='400785' first='Audrey' last='Beyer']. A week that included signing to play college basketball, she delivered performances that reflected a player ready for the next level. Beyer shot the ball exceptionally well, stretched defenses with her perimeter touch, and took over games with her ability to attack the rim, shoot the mid-range, connect on the threes, and get to the free-throw line. Her impact was so noticeable that a friend called after seeing her for the first time asking if I had ever heard of Beyer. My response came with a chuckle: " Yes I have." Week Three made it clear: Beyer wasn't just good. She was unforgettable in an unforgettable week. Her combination of shot-making, poise, and timely dominance made this one of the defining weeks of her high school career.

Week 3 showcased impressive frontcourt play across North Florida, as several forwards elevated their impact and status. From interior anchors controlling the paint to versatile forwards scoring inside and out, this week revealed the talent on the front line in the Northeast region of the State of Florida. These players brought strength, skill, and timely production—establishing themselves as the driving forces behind their teams' success and forwards to follow this 2025- 2026 campaign.