Josie Ladd Josie Ladd 5'6" | SG CO is completely dialed in, has fantastic drive-and -kick execution, and can perform controlled close-outs like a pro. Josie kept her focus locked onto the action throughout the entire match. She consistently watched the ball, communicated with her teammates, and reacted immediately whenever the opposing team attempted to create an opening.

Let’s talk about Josie’s drive-and-kick abilities. At one point in the match, Josie caught the ball and immediately drove toward the basket. As the defense collapsed around her, she recognized that one of her teammates had been left open near the perimeter. Rather than forcing a difficult shot, Josie made a quick and precise pass that made and open scoring opportunity Josie also showed incredible discipline when closing out to shooters. She approached quickly enough to disrupt the shot while remaining balanced and under control, preventing her opponents from easily driving around her. Josie’s awareness, execution, and defensive discipline showed exactly how dialled in she is every time she steps onto the court.