Gambotz has the skillset of an elite combo guard, from the handles to the ability to score at multiple angles and levels. Shes been the catalyst for the Macs all season. High numbers in all categories shows the true nature in how strong of a talent she is. This year she’s added a little more aggression to her game as well.

To begin the Spring AAU season I sat down to watch Grace Gambotz Grace Gambotz 5'9" | SG Mother McAuley | 2024 State IL and her Illinois Lady Lightning team compete in the Chicagoland area. Gambotz displayed almost immediately that she was a point guard that could control the tempo and pace of the game, while being a constant producer on both sides of the floor. The rest of spring, and throughout this summer, Gambotz has been sensational for her team. She is controlling things how she should, creating for others on a consistent basis, and scoring at an efficient rate. Which is exactly what a point guard needs to do, at all levels. Most recently Gambotz has received an offer from Quincy University, Drury University, and University of Missouri-St. Louis. All great offers while looking towards her future on the court.

A pure leader at the point guard position on the court. Does everything you ask of her and more as a coach. Solid scoring ability with an elite passing ability on the offensive end. Controls the pace of the game and never gets sped up, even when opponents bring pressure. Player that the coach can trust in the biggest moments to make the right, overall choice for her team in the end.

Another one of those smooth talented point guards that is just filled with creativity. Grace wants to facilitate, she wants to orchestrate and run the show.. and she does it SO well. She sees things before they happen, she reads the defense well.. but she can also can get hot from a scoring angle and be the teams main scorer. She plays the game with tempo and pace.. and that’s on both sides. She’s not an aggressive defender, she’s a calculated defender.

Leading a second-half comeback attempt when the game seemed to be out of reach, Gambotz took over with her ability to score from every level. Grace is a confident and accurate shooter from beyond the three-point line and plays stingy on-ball defense against opposing ball-handlers.

One of the most creative, high IQ’d, mild mannered and non disturbed players I’ve seen in awhile. Big shots, or big moves don’t waver Gambotz emotion, she keeps a calm demeanor no matter the situation. Offensively, Grace will score from every spot possible. Knockdown shooter, controlled when scoring in traffic, and the handles are smooth. She can read plays before they happen, and adjust her passing based on the need of the situation. On the opposite side of the ball, the awareness is very clear, she knows when to help, sag or play tight. 15 spot increase was definitely earned.