Shepard had another big game shooting the ball from deep for Newton where she excels on offense. Shepard added an elbow jumper off a shot fake after several made threes and a nice lay up on an up and under move. She plays very good defense, competes hard, and has good size. Once again, Kandice stood out against a very good opponent. Junior colleges are taking notice and she has received multiple offers, but I believe Shepard could come in a play for an NAIA or Division Three school next year. She is a high academic kid with over a 3.5 GPA and a transplant from Colorado who is way under the radar for her skills and ability.

Big guard with high skill. Handles, shoots and defends well. Holds the versatility to play 1-3. Like her strength on the floor both when defending and when getting to her spots on offense. Has had some explosive offensive outputs this season on the big stage.

The George Walton Academy transfer has put herself on college radars with her early season play. A big guard, Kandice looks the part of a next level player with her size, strength and handle. Shephard has the ball skills to play all over the perimeter, 1-3. She recorded a steal and hit a pull-up three as her most impressive hoop. Shephard also scored on a strong downhill take. Kandice had 6 points, 3 rebounds, 3 steals and 2 blocks against Creekside.

Kandice, a big guard with a powerful frame, dominated in both transition and the half-court. She got downhill finishing in a variety of ways around the rim and showed her mid-range off, rising up over defenders before they could react. Her toughness and competitive edge on defense were just as impressive, diving for loose balls and winning every 50-50 play. Kandice’s ability to control the paint and compete on both ends made her one of the most impactful players on the floor.

Shepard is a player with great size and a high IQ for the game. Game manager and floor general that knows how to manage every possession. A player that can score at all 3 levels and keep you guessing what she can do next. A walking bucket that can take over the game at any given moment.