At GVSU Elite Camp last summer, a speaker asked the girls who make their beds every morning to stand up. Jana was one of three in the large group who had that discipline. Her skill, length, athleticism, relentless two-way effort, and on-court performance continue to put her in an elite category. Jana won PGH x Foster Swift Sports Player of the Week and averaged 19.1 points, 8.1 rebounds, 3.4 blocks, three assists, and three steals per game. She holds a D1 offer from Oakland University.

After posting a 32-point performance in December, Jana upped the ante, pouring in a season-high 36 points during a 66-60 win at Grandville. After a fantastic freshman campaign, Jana is delivering an even better sophomore season, averaging over 20 points per game.

Jana stepped into the starting lineup as a freshman and immediately solidified herself as West Ottawa’s next great prospect. She contributed in every statistical category, averaging 18.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.3 steals, 2.6 assists, and 1.5 blocks per game last season. Jana’s sophomore campaign has been equally impressive, and she had an unforgettable week. Her determined double-double led to a 59-57 win vs. Cedar Springs. Jana posted 32 points, 14 rebounds, six steals, and five assists. She followed that up with a productive 11 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and one steal in a commanding 70-40 win vs. Belding. Jana protected the ball and committed only one turnover in each game. She finished with 43 points, 21 rebounds, 11 assists, seven steals, and two turnovers as West Ottawa went 2-0. Jana is Michigan’s PGH x Foster Swift Sports Dec. 21st-27th Player of the Week.

Jana enters her sophomore season as a key piece for West Ottawa, and her skill set makes her more than ready for the challenge. With her long frame and smooth athleticism, she influences the game on both ends—whether she’s attacking the lane, creating for teammates, or using her reach to disrupt passing lanes and defend multiple positions. Her competitiveness and ability to step up in big moments give her team a steady presence, and she’ll be counted on to carry a significant load this year. Jana’s upside is tremendous, and she’s poised to emerge as one of the breakout talents in the OK Red.

Jana secured her first D1 offer and has consistently proven herself against elite competition in high-stakes environments. She’s been a consistent top performer at college elite camps and hasn’t hit her ceiling yet fundamentally. Jana is a gamer who has length, athleticism, and a two-way impact that stands out.

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Jana was nothing short of dominant on the court at GVSU Elite Camp. Her athleticism, length, assertiveness, and playmaking on both ends were separators today. There’s a segment on ESPN called “You got Mossed.” Jana Mossed her defender on a go route in transition, reaching over in mid-air to haul in the pass, then raced to the rim for two points. She cut backdoor to score a layup, finished with her left off two feet, and buried a wing three. Jana’s aggressive defense created steals that she quickly turned into transition points. She hasn’t hit her ceiling yet and provided more evidence for her high ranking today.

Jana, a versatile guard for West Michigan Drive playing up two grade levels, showed just how advanced her game is. Defensively, she was a standout, confidently matching up with every position on the floor—from quick guards to strong post players. Offensively, she finished smoothly around the basket with either hand and kept defenses honest by knocking down shots from deep. Her all-around skill set and ability to adapt made her a major asset on both ends of the court.

Jana will be heading to Spooky Nook in Pennsylvania for the first live period, where she’ll be suiting up with the West Michigan Drive 17U squad – playing up two age groups and ready to prove she belongs. A versatile and impactful guard, Jana brings a unique blend of size, skill, and defensive presence. She uses her length to disrupt opponents and has the rare ability to defend all five positions effectively. Offensively, she scores with efficiency and ease, whether it’s getting downhill in transition or creating in the half court. Her game continues to rise, and I believe college coaches will start taking notice soon – she’s poised to make serious noise this spring and summer.

Jana is a promising young prospect coming off an impressive freshman season, showcasing her length and versatility at the guard spot. Defensively, she’s a game-changer, using her size and timing to block shots while having the ability to guard all five positions. Offensively, she’s dynamic – capable of getting to the rim and finishing creatively, while also being a threat from beyond the arc. She’ll be playing up on a 17U team this season, and I’m excited to see how she rises to the challenge against older competition.

Jana completely dominated the 5v5 session on Sunday. Her smooth shot led to multiple three-pointers, and her defensive prowess was on full display as she blocked numerous shots with her length. She fearlessly drove to the basket and scored through heavy traffic.