CIF High School Preview: Top Upperclassman Perimeter Defenders

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We live in an offensive-minded era. Three point assassins, run and gun, high-flyers, stretch bigs, you name it. With that comes a shortage of elite high-level defenders, particularly on the perimeter. Who can stay in front of shifty guards? Who can contain elite scorers? Who has the length and athleticism to guard prolific wings? Who has the mentality and motor of a defensive menace?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1877793"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abb0a4c30774"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Destinee </strong>was an All-League 1st-team Mission League selection as a sophomore. Quick, competitive guard who keeps the ball in front of her. Turns defense into offense. Excels in the open floor. Natural ball hawk who can shine in man-to-man or zone defense. <strong>Destinee</strong> is cerebral on both ends. Excellent guard rebounder. Understands how to pressure the ball without fouling. She is in store for a huge junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1924129"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa98e67c5e92"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She will rip the ball away from you like stolen lunch money! High-IQ on-ball pest who regularly forces guards into 5 second violations. What stands out in particular? Quick reflexes and natural instincts! It can get tricky inbounding the ball against <strong>Sovereign</strong>. She stays alert on and off-the-ball. <strong>Sovereign</strong> can provide a scoring punch as well. 15 ppg as a sophomore last year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1897781"],"_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-6a847721edc5f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">High-energy versatile defender with elite on-ball pressure. Moves her feet, active hands, long wingspan, etc. Blocks shots at a high level. Plays much bigger than listed height. <strong>Taylor</strong> was a West Coast Preps All-Bay Area 3rd-team selection last year! She has the versatility and IQ to be an immediate impact player at the next level for Cal State Fullerton.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1920949"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab166ad34223"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The flag football standout received an offer from Cal State Dominguez Hills earlier last month. Big guard with physical tools that give her an edge. What does <strong>Deja</strong> bring to the table defensively? Perimeter size, physicality, mental toughness, and a high basketball IQ. She can score the ball as well. You have to play hard on both ends against <strong>Deja</strong>, making her an ideal option to matchup against the opposing team's top guard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1875232"],"_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-6a3f282906863"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Jada</strong> is a 2-way standout poised for a huge junior season. She has the frame and athleticism to guard multiple positions. Plays through contact. Plays with physicality. Plays the passing lane well. The production is there and so is the potential. Offensively, <strong>Jada</strong> plays with excellent pace. Good speed in the open floor. Dynamic lefty who can score and facilitate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["843776"],"_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-6a84e0f8ed6db"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Legacy</strong> has physical tools you simply cannot teach! Long, wiry athlete who can jump, run, and move her feet. <strong>Benjamin</strong> covers ground quickly in the paint and on the perimeter. Impressive timing as a shot blocker. Has the length and anticipation to jump the passing lane and take it the other way. <strong>Legacy</strong> can guard inside and out at the high school level. One of the highest ceilings in the state on the defensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->