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Matthew Martinez | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Clani is a lightning-quick guard who is nearly impossible to contain off the dribble, serving as a key piece for the Broncos. She consistently pressures opposing defenders with her ability to penetrate the paint and finish at the rim. This past season, she earned All-State honors for Kirtland Central.
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Clani is an energetic back-court player and capable offensive talent, who not only helped the Broncos claim the 4A District-1 Championship, but also reach the 4A State Title Game this past season. If that was not enough, Clani also earned an All-State nod!
In a nutshell, Clani is tough to contain off the dribble and on the flip-side, when fully engaged, can disrupt the rhythm of opposing ball-handlers.
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Not only did Clani display active hands defensively, but she also displayed the ability to make the extra pass on offense. When she got into the lane, Clani was looking to deliver a sweet, ‘drop-off’ pass for an easy bucket.
That said, Clani was a capable scorer in her own right, especially on the fast break.
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Clani, a multilevel scorer, had a terrific season for the Broncos which culminated in an All-State Selection (Second Team).
Thanks to an explosive first step, Clani is hard to contain off the dribble. That said, Clani is also a viable option from behind the arc in catch & shoot situations.
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Throughout the tournament, Clani used a smooth euro-step inside the paint-area typically after attacking close-outs. Furthermore, Clani displayed the ability to finish with her off hand (left) when operating in the lane. That said, the crafty guard also did a good job of spacing the floor for the runner-up Broncos.
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The Broncos had seven seniors this past season and multiple guards on the roster. This meant it was somewhat difficult to crack the rotation. However, in 2024-25 Kirtland Central is expected to have new faces out on the court.
That is where Clani comes into play. A hard-working shooting-guard that can space the floor. Due to Clani being a viable threat from beyond the arc, she has the potential to see extended minutes.
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