The Eau Claire native is a creative guard who got her teammates involved offensively. She doesn’t have the flair her older sister possesses, but she can get open looks for anyone on the floor. I’ve seen Cooper a few times in passing over the last few years because I know her family. She has improved, has a drive to get better, and should find ways to improve over her next four years. I think she brings winning qualities to the floor and could find her way into the Ramblers rotation if things work out in her favor. She was better than I expected her to be, and will be a player who could help keep the Ramblers competitive in Northwest Wisconsin as some of the older players graduate.

While she’s often one of the smallest players on the court, standing at just 5’4, Cooper’s impact on the game is palpable. Lightning quick, a pest on defense, and remarkably efficient, the Regis, Wisconsin 8th grader has been a key contributor for the Minnesota Fury all spring. At Summer Jam, Elaine turned defense into offense on multiple occasions. With active hands and a burst of speed, she forced turnovers on the perimeter, leading to points in transition. On offense, Cooper has shown all spring that she can score from anywhere on the floor, but what really shines is her shot selection. Elaine has a natural ability for reading defenses and finding the best openings, allowing her to score at a ridiculously high clip.