Evi had a productive day for Team 5 at the PGH Michigan Expo. She stayed active on boards, secured multiple defensive rebounds, then immediately looked to push the tempo. Evi stayed poised under full-court pressure, used a variety of crossovers/spin dribbles to protect the ball, and distributed the rock to open teammates. She distributed accurate bounce passes into the post and turned up the heat with her perimeter pressure, keeping opposing guards uncomfortable.

Evi is a 2029 guard I would love to see in the gym at The Expo because of the effort and discipline she brings to the defensive end. She plays with toughness and pays attention to the details that can easily go unnoticed. Evi does a great job closing out under control, applying pressure while staying disciplined and avoiding unnecessary fouls. She also understands the importance of finishing defensive possessions, consistently finding a body and boxing out before going after the rebound. For a guard, her willingness to compete on the glass adds another valuable piece to her game. Evi doesn’t need the ball in her hands to make an impact, and her defense, rebounding, and consistent effort give her ways to contribute throughout a game. I would love to see Evi bring that same defensive mindset and compete against the talented 2029 field at The Expo.

Evi brought grit and discipline to Team 9 at the PGH Freshman Showcase, standing out with her scrappy defensive effort. She consistently nailed her closeouts, applying pressure without fouling, and was reliable on the glass by staying committed to her boxouts. Her attention to detail and effort made her a key contributor on the defensive end.

Evi was a dynamic guard for MBSA Hoyas 15U who had a solid Saturday at our PGH Michigan State Tournament. Her pesky defensive pressure was constant. Evi swiped the ball away in the backcourt, weaved through defenders using a quick crossover, and finished with a soft layup off the glass. She made a sweet transfer to her right hand to make a layup after a fast baseline drive, and shot out of a cannon to catch and finish a layup in top gear. Evi converted layups with balanced feet and a confident follow-through. She corralled a defensive board, jetted down the court, crossed over a defender to cause a foul at the rim, and buried both free throws. Armada has an exciting guard coming to the squad next season.