When it comes to team spirit, communication, and elite footwork, no one possesses these abilities quite like Janessa Gullens Janessa Gullens 5'7" | SG/PF St Paul Harding | 2030 MN . Her sunny disposition was essential in keeping the energy high for her team, which in turn kept her team’s morale elevated for the entire match. Janessa was seen several times hyping up her teammates, clapping when they would succeed, and offering words of praise. Janessa showcased her excellent communication skills when she directed multiple of her teammates into positions that allowed them to make a basket

Janessa showcased her excellent communication skills when she directed multiple of her teammates into positions that allowed them to make a basket. Not only would she direct her teammates into positions, but she would also discuss strategies with her teammates just before the match started ensuring that her team would start off with an advantage. From then on, her smooth footwork was on full display, she would evade defenders and pivot like a pro. Several times Janessa perfectly executed the triple threat stance and added in some beautiful close-outs to top it all off. Janessa Gullens Janessa Gullens 5'7" | SG/PF St Paul Harding | 2030 MN is one of those players who has the right skill set to succeed at any time.

A product of the Lady Legends program and Harding High School in St. Paul, Gullens wasted no time making an impression on Saturday, stepping up two age levels and looking completely comfortable. Around 5’7 with a basketball build, she combines quick feet, advanced strength for her age, and quality athleticism to impact both ends of the floor. Defensively, Nessa is aggressive and intense, applying pressure early and often. Offensively, she showed the ability to accelerate, create space, and knock down shots with a smooth release. Gullens plays with a tremendous motor and competes with purpose on every possession. A dedicated worker who spends significant time on her game, she has the tools and mindset to continue rising quickly. Look for good things from Gullens and the rest of the Harding youngsters in the years ahead.