Jaleigha made her presence felt through her defensive performance at the Louisiana Expo. The 5-foot-4 point guard played with energy, toughness and a willingness to compete on every possession.

Hobby applied pressure at the point of attack, stayed active with her hands and worked to keep opposing guards from getting comfortable. Her quick feet helped her stay connected to ball handlers, while her effort allowed her to fight through screens, challenge passing lanes and remain involved when plays extended.

What stood out most was her motor. Hobby continued working even when she was away from the basketball, communicating with teammates, rotating into position and helping keep the defense organized. She embraced the defensive side of the game and showed that she was willing to handle the difficult assignments.

Hobby’s energy, discipline and competitive effort earned her a place on the Louisiana Expo All-Defensive Third Team. She brought pressure, accepted the challenge and proved she can influence a game without needing to score.