A well-rounded and fundamentally sound wing, Gardiner is expected to play a key role in Prior Lake’s supporting cast this season. Charley fills that role by spacing the floor, creating movement away from the ball, and being a reliable contributor on the defensive end. Also a skilled outside shooter for the Lakers, Gardiner comes in at #194.

With a combination of seasoned veterans and up-and-coming young talent, Prior Lake is likely to be a competitive force in both their conference and section this season. But essential to that mission is having strong role players. From what I saw on Sunday, Gardiner seems to fit the bill. The 5’8 wing does a lot of things well. She’s athletic and mobile, is constantly creating movement away from the ball, and has a keen sense of timing on the court. On offense, Charley never forces the issue. She spaces the floor, makes smart passes, and doesn’t pass up the shot when an open look presents itself. As a defender, her scrappy, high energy style is a tremendous asset. She may not be a household name, but Gardiner is more than capable of creating an impact for the Lakers this year.