Much like when we’ve watched her in previous weeks, Zarate was instrumental for North Tartan at Summer Jam. All throughout the weekend, the Forest Lake 8th grader brought a spark on both ends of the floor, injecting energy into each possession for the 14U Elite squad. On the defensive end Eileenah got her hands in the passing lanes, generated deflections, boxed out consistently, and fought hard for rebounds. She then sprinted up the floor in transition, catching passes at long range and finishing with a crafty Euro-step or reverse layup before the defense closed in. The 5’8 guard finished the weekend with multiple strong offensive performances, including a game-high 17 points on Saturday afternoon.

Zarate was crucial for North Tartan ‘s 14U Elite squad over the weekend, leading the team in scoring with 48 points in four games. The 5’8 wing from Forest Lake looked for her shot early and often, finding openings on drives to the rim. With a quick first step and a willingness to lean into contact at the rim, Eileenah drew numerous fouls on her opponents, earning herself several trips to the charity stripe. On the defensive end, Zarate’s lengthy frame and bouncy lateral movement proved to be a major asset for her team. She applied pressure on the ball out on the perimeter, leading to multiple forced turnovers and defensive stops. Going the other way Eileenah spaced the floor and made fast, smart decisions with the ball.