Eden Murphree Eden Murphree SG/SF Greers Ferry Westside | 2027 State AR does not get talked about enough when it comes to helping the Lady Eagles make it to the big game.

Murphree led the team in scoring in their first-round win over Jasper, putting up 14 points, but she is actually more known for her defense, establishing herself as one of the best two-way players in the 1A classification.

The junior provides length and athleticism to this team. She is great when it comes to blocking shots, especially when coming over on help-side defense. If a pass hangs in the air too long, Murphree is the first to intercept it and race down the court for a bucket.

Eden Murphree Eden Murphree SG/SF Greers Ferry Westside | 2027 State AR could be the key to victory for Westside, as defense truly does win championships.

I did not get to see Eden Murphree Eden Murphree SG/SF Greers Ferry Westside | 2027 State AR play when I traveled to watch their matchup against conference opponent Calico Rock, as I believe she was out due to injury. Despite that, she was back in time for the title game, retaking her starting spot and dominating the boards.

Murphee only scored 6 points, but she pulled down 13 rebounds, with 7 on the offensive end. A fair amount of her scoring came from second-chance opportunities. Earle had a lot of trouble trying to handle both Murphree and Cossey on the glass, which helped Greers Ferry come away with a 54-37 rebounding advantage.

Eden Murphree Eden Murphree SG/SF Greers Ferry Westside | 2027 State AR was a spark that Westside needed to boost itself on top of Earle. Without her effort and hustle in the rebounding category, the Lady Eagles would not have had the advantage that they had.

#20 for the Eagles is going to be trouble in the coming years. Eden gets quality minutes for West Side that has proven successful for the sophomore. No listed height but looks about 5’10 – 5’11 with a great wingspan and foot work. Eden had a host of blocks against Nettleton and shows her strength on defense. #20 is a solid role player who can rebound, run the floor, pass with one hand, and dribble. Murphee can play the wing as well as power forward on the court which makes her versatile. Eden will develop her outside shot while playing alongside Addie Overturff Addie Overturff 5'11" | PG/SG Greers Ferry Westside | 2025 State AR and Ashlynn Cossey who also can shoot. Focusing on her role and post moves should be 1st to work on and it will complement the success the team’s having so far. I expect this one with a high ranking when her time comes.