District 17: Preview, Predictions And Players

Scott Hankamp

February 25, 2022 @ 04:30 PM

<h3>PREVIEW</h3> I really like this district because, quite simply, every single team brings some things to the table. Every team has talent and there are no free passes. Any team that looks forward to the next round, might not end up being there. Dexter, South Lyon, and Brighton have given off district title vibes this season. Skyline is much improved and could beat any team in the draw on any given night. South Lyon has the talent pull a big time upset. <h3>LOCATION</h3> Dexter High School <h3>PREDICTIONS</h3> QUARTERFINALS (2/28) Ann Arbor Skyline vs. Brighton Prediction: Brighton SEMIFINALS (3/2) Dexter vs. South Lyon Prediction: Dexter Brighton vs. South Lyon East Prediction: South Lyon East CHAMPIONSHIP (3/4) Dexter vs. South Lyon East Prediction: Dexter <h3>PLAYERS TO WATCH</h3> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="147729" first="Taylor" last="Anderson"] (2022, SF, South Lyon East)</strong> The Central Michigan commit is ranked as the number 12 player in the state in the senior class by PGH Michigan. She’s enjoyed a stellar senior season and looks to keep it going with a district title. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="190706" first="Mary" last="Copple"] (2023, PG, Brighton)</strong> Copple can flat out shoot from behind the arc. If there was a statewide 3 point contest, she’d be at least a finalist. Copple gets hot, and Brighton can win this thing. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="277655" first="Sarah" last="Ebel"] (2022, F, Brighton)</strong> Ebel is a versatile player that can defend anywhere on the floor. Her toughness can set the tone for her team. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="227586" first="Ella" last="Kruschka"] (2022, PG, South Lyon East)</strong> Kruschka can score as well as facilitate from the perimeter. Her ability to be efficient off the dribble and get the ball to where it needs to be will be very important for her squad. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="190710" first="Ava" last="Perry"] (2023, PG, Ann Arbor Skyline)</strong> Perry is one of the most improved players in southeastern Michigan and could be a force to be reckoned with in a win or go home format. Perry’s downhill style can really pressure the D. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="147721" first="Sydney" last="Pnacek"] (2022, SF, Dexter)</strong> Pnacek is a seasoned veteran and has one of the best all around games of any senior wing in the state. Her experience and poise will be a huge advantage for Dexter. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="227593" first="Brianna" last="Rodriquez"] (2022, PG, Dexter)</strong> Rodriquez’s emergence as a top notch guard has played a key role in Dexter’s rise as a team. If she plays well, Dexter’s a tough out.