Game of the Night: Park Hill vs Lafayette Fighting

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Monday nights are for Missouri high school basketball and tonight's feature matchup is Park Hill Lady Trojan and Lafayette Fighting irish.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Park Hill comes into the game with a record of 6-5. Park Hill has lost a few close games in the recent past but look to get back on the winning side of things. They have a balanced attack of good guard play and a post presence. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lafayette comes in at 14-1 , and on a 5 game winning streak. They are very balanced also with scoring from positions 1 - 5. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The game was close to start but early foul trouble for Park Hill put them at a disadvantage and allowed Lafayette to build a lead they would not give up. They'd go on to win </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["906865"],"_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-696564852d686"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sims showed why she's one of the top sophomores in the area, proving her impact goes beyond scoring. She was excellent on the defensive end all night. Offensively, she found her rhythm later in the second quarter, knocking down a smooth pull-up jumper followed shortly by a quick three from the wing. She played unselfishly throughout and consistently made the right reads within the flow of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1313254"],"_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-696564852d724"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wright had a quiet first half, scoring just a couple of buckets, but still made her presence felt. She forced opponents into tough shots and was active defensively, getting her hands on the ball for multiple blocks. Despite dealing with foul trouble, when she was able to stay on the floor she showed excellent footwork and strength to establish deep post position, putting herself in position for higher-percentage looks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1277543"],"_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-6965849a6fe41"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The savvy point guard did a great job of running the show for Park Hill. She came out aggressive, getting downhill and looking to create, and more often than not ended up calling her own number to finish at the rim or get to the free-throw line. She was also solid on the defensive end, consistently keeping the offense in front of her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["849005"],"_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-696564852d793"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"> Laniya used every bit of her length in this game, consistently blocking shots and snatching rebounds. Even when she didn't record a block, she altered shots and forced the offense into tough attempts over the top of her. On the offensive end, she got herself going early in the second half, scoring eight straight points on her own. She established deep post position and showed the ability to finish over either shoulder.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1117282"],"_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-6965849a6ff28"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"> Omon is a strong, physical forward who combines athleticism and speed. She started the game strong, showcasing her ability to get downhill and finish through contact. She also flashed her midrange game, pulling up off the break for a smooth jumper. Defensively, she was a force, showing the versatility to guard both in the paint and on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1113094"],"_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-6965849a6ff8d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rozlyn controlled the pace of the game from the opening tip. She was relentless on the defensive end, harassing the ball and throwing Park Hill out of rhythm while setting the tone offensively for her team. She pushed the tempo when advantages were there but also showed a strong understanding of the game plan by slowing things down when needed. Crafty with the ball, she got downhill when opportunities presented themselves, took her scoring chances, and consistently distributed to teammates throughout the night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->