Potent 2024 Scorers in 3A

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='216702' first='AJ' last='Mannering'] - Peyton</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":504429,"width":225,"height":150,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/09/121-AJ-Mannering.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-504429" width="225" height="150" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mannering is a dependable shotmaker, leading all juniors among 4A in points per game. The 5'8 lead guard is a knockdown shooter from beyond the arc, most often hitting shots off the catch and when stepping into jumpers. She is more than capable leveraging her gravity for drives, where 12 foot runners and layups are impactful shot attempts for her. Defensively, she keeps her nose on the ball, primed for poking away the rock from opposing ball handlers. Through her junior season with 22-1 Peyton, Mannering has posted 21.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, 5.2 assists, and 7.4 steals per game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='545243' first='Grace' last='Minihane'] - Colorado Springs Christian</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6' forward provides value on both ends of the floor, providing value to a mobile defender who matches up versus a variety of positions. Minihane impacts the game through drives into the paint, finishing over contests at the rim. Given her mobility, she does a great job hunting down opponents in the open floor, utilizing her wide reach for shot contests. Through her junior season at 25-2 Colorado Springs Christian, Minihane posted 20.2 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 5.1 steals, and 1 block per game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='331327' first='Jaycee' last='Pittman'] - Grand Valley</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pittman shows physicality in the backcourt, standing roughly 5'9, the junior has been a high end contributor for 18-7 Grand Valley. The guard is an assertive downhill scorer, more than capable of taking hits and is unfazed by contests around the rim. Through her junior season, Pittman has posted 19.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, 3 assists, 4.2 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game. Continuing to trust the jump shot when flowing from off-ball actions will be imperative for Pittman.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='645471' first='Lily' last='Venneberg'] - Bennett</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A talented shotmaker for Bennet, the junior guard possesses high IQ on both ends of the floor, allowing her such high production. Through her junior season, the guard posted 16.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 6.6 steals per game. Possessing a unique shot release, Venneberg provides a unique style of play for most backcourt prospects. She has great anticipation on both ends, seeing opponent tendencies and jumping the passing lanes on high volume.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='329340' first='Emerson' last='Kutz'] - St. Mary's</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A well rounded perimeter threat, Kutz makes the defense pay from anywhere on the floor. Through her junior season with 21-6 St. Mary's guard has posted 15.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4.3 steals per game. She does an excellent job making passing reads to open shooters, rarely forcing shots when better looks are available. An area of intrigue is her self-created looks from crossovers or between dribbles, proving capable of creating space and finishing through traffic.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='331326' first='Abbie' last='Nickell'] - Peyton</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yet another Peyton guard, Nickell shows value as a perimeter shooter who can leverage her gravity for drives, proving smart while finding teammates. The 5'7 guard put up 14.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 3.1 steals per game. Attempting over 150 three point attempts on the year, Nickell is a confident shooter, not intimidated by contests.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->