Dandra Thomas Invitational Day 1 Top Performers – 5’10 or taller

This article features players that are 5’10 or taller that were standouts from day one of the Dandra Thomas Invitational. These players played multiple positions and could do a little bit of everything. We have players that could shoot the three, attack off the dribble, post up, control the paint, make plays and do much more. Check out some top performers that were 5’10 or taller. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="305924" first="Ashton" last="Elley"] | 5’11 | Wing | 2022 | Little Rock Christian</strong> Ashton had a really good all-around game on the first night of the invitational. She attacked off the catch, pushed it in transition, and finished at the rim. Her catch and shoot threes were on point and she just showed a really good feel for the game. <strong>Sheridan Cross | 5’10 | Wing | 2022 | Little Rock Christian</strong> Sheridan played a couple of positions for her team. This shows her versatility on the basketball court. She played on the wing and was very effective out of the high post. She pushed it in transition off the defensive rebound, can finish with either hand in transition, and can pick up the point guard in transition. A high-energy player that plays hard on both ends of the floor. <strong>Ashley Hopper | 6’0 | Post | 2022 | Little Rock Christian</strong> Ashley is going to bring plenty of heart and energy with her to the game. She’s going to play hard and do everything with full effort. Her physical nature allowed her to fight for rebounds, on both ends of the floor, and play hard-nosed defense. Offensively she has a nice touch around the rim with the ability to finish with both hands. <strong>Da’Kariay Jackson | 5’10 | 2022 | CG | Jacksonville</strong> Da’Kariay is a good athlete that likes to attack off the bounce. She uses her ability to handle the ball to get to her spots on the floor to be effective. Has a good mid-range game or can go hard to basket. Da’Kariay doesn’t shy away from contact. When she attacks she initiates contact often drawing fouls to get to the free-throw line. <strong>Kalayna King | 5’10 | 2022 | Forward | Conway</strong> Every team needs role players to step up every night and that’s exactly what Kalayna does. She always gives great effort on both ends of the floor. She crashes the offensive boards hard from the perimeter, scores offensive rebounds, plays within herself and doesn’t force anything. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="304736" first="Savannah" last="Scott"] | 6’4 | 2023 | Post | Conway</strong> Savannah drew a lot of attention from her opponent. The attention she draws often limits her scoring opportunities, but it doesn’t stop her from influencing the game. She did a good job of controlling the paint with her defensive presence and rebounding. Her outlet passes allow her teammates to push the ball quickly down the court. In the half-court, she does a good job of getting low post position for easy finishes. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="304700" first="Destiny" last="Thomas"] | 6’3 | Post | 2022 | Jonesboro</strong> Destiny has a strong presence on the low post. She often worked the low post and high post area. She didn’t get many touches on the low post but she does a good job of always having her hands ready when a teammate drives. This makes her ready for all passes and gives her the ability to finish. Great pick n roll player that dives hard to the basket after setting the on-ball screen. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="304735" first="Tyra" last="Robinson"] | 6’2 | Post | 2023 | Parkview</strong> Started the game slow with some early fouls but picked up her energy and effort in the second half of the game. Her presence was really felt in the 4th quarter with some timely buckets. She possesses a soft touch around the rim, defends the low post well, and has range out to the three-point line.