-High quality combo guard

-Continually made soft and timely passes for easy baskets

-Had a real burst when attacking down hill

-Seemed to always have her eyes up looking for open teammates

-Was able to control the games with the dribble or with scoring the rock

-Played with high energy and toughness

-Played aggressive on ball defense

-Scrappy rebounder

-Made outside shots, open and contested

Backes brought her customary combination of toughness, intelligence and relentless energy to Sunday’s Expo. The 5’8 guard from Sioux Falls O’Gorman plays with zero fear, attacking the basket with a quick burst of speed while displaying the confidence to pull up and knock down perimeter shots. London is equally effective as the primary ball handler running the offense or playing off the ball. She’s a terrific passer who anticipates openings and delivers the basketball precisely when and where teammates need it. Her change of pace, quality handles and composure under pressure make London difficult to contain. Defensively, Backes is equally impressive, applying aggressive pressure while maintaining position and avoiding unnecessary fouls. A proven clutch performer for O’Gorman, she’s a natural leader who knows how to compete.

London is a leader and director on the floor, another member of the 1st Team All Expo group. She also found her way to the Dime Droppers Team with her unreal passing ability. I found myself asking, “how did she see that” multiple times. Her gritty play and high motor make her a strong player on the court. Backes can take the ball to the rim with ease, but also pull up and hit that 3 ball.

London is a do everything player, and she does it all very well.

Advanced Leadership Skills

Works her tail off

Is a threat whenever she has the ball

Tough

London was one of the girls that a Sanford coach told me about to keep an eye on.  She has a great handle and keeps the ball on a string.  She has a great change of speed and direction which allows her to get anywhere she wants to on the floor.   She was very good defensively as well.  She was really difficult to get by and contested without fouling.