Payton McGuire
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Kyle Sandy | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Loves to slash to the basket. Uses crossover moves to probe the defense to find angles to get to the rack. Gifted finisher gets two feet in the paint routinely. Long limbed defender gets deflections. Has a nice in-between game from 10-feet.
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Read EvaluationKyle Sandy | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Only two of Pope’s five players scored in a narrow loss to North Cobb. McGuire stepped up with 21 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal and 1 block in a 38-35 loss. McGuire attacked downhill relentlessly, the long-armed guard using eurosteps to glide to the rim where she finished with both hands. Payton set up defenders with a quick crossover before exploding to the rim. McGuire has takeover ability and should flourish as another lethal scoring option alongside
Abbey Bensman
Abbey
Bensman
5'10" | SG
Pope | 2026
State
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Read EvaluationKyle Sandy | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
McGuire returns to the Pope district after a stint at St. Francis, providing a significant boost to the Greyhounds’ lineup. She adds a polished scoring presence, showcasing a smooth and fluid offensive skill set. Her blend of length and athleticism allows her to be effective both on and off the ball, scoring at multiple levels. With her shooting touch and defensive upside, McGuire projects as a promising 3&D prospect as she continues to develop.
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Read EvaluationKyle Sandy | Prep Girls Hoops Scout
Returning to the Pope district after time at St. Francis, McGuire will be a major addition for the Greyhounds. She brings an added scoring punch with a smooth, fluid offensive game. Her length and athleticism allow her to score in a variety of ways, both on and off the ball. There’s strong potential for McGuire to grow into a true 3&D prospect with her shot-making and defensive tools.
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