Perkins gave me a glimpse of what she brings to the table at Ray Caldwell’s Queen Of The South, and I see she has been getting some buzz from others, so hopefully I catch her again this season to get a look at her “on the court” progression, see evaluations here

Shaniya Perkins is a foul magnet, often finishing strong through contact and converting at the line. Physical and tough, she pairs that strength with a surprisingly soft touch around the basket. On the defensive end, her deceptive lateral movement allows her to disrupt plays, while her length and active hands make her a constant challenge for opponents. When she does get beat off the dribble, she recovers quickly and forces difficult shots or turnovers. She has the ability to completely take over a game, imposing her will on both ends of the floor. Known for her relentless work ethic, she consistently brings energy and effort that fuels team success. Perkins thrives in high-pressure situations and has a knack for shining brightest in the biggest moments. Her combination of toughness, skill, and competitive fire makes her one of the most dynamic players to watch.

Physical post presence who excels at finishing through contact. Consistently establishes deep position with strong seals. Elite rebounder on both ends with a relentless motor. Quick hands make her disruptive defensively, and she alters nearly every shot in the paint with her timing and positioning.

Shaniya is more of a traditional big who keeps the game simple. She sets good screens and rolls to the basket well, down low she’s able to post up very well using her strength. She’s a reliable finisher around the basket, and she knows how to get to the free-throw line efficiently.

Perkins is also “long and athletic” plus she goes AFTA everything off the rim, on both ends. She showed some nice moves to score inside the paint to go along with that “hands and footwork” I enjoy seeing, but she also scored off the dribble

A dominate forward whose play continued to stand out every time I watched her team play. Not knowing the rankings before I see her play I can see why she is ranked #2 in her class. Strong skill set at all phases of the game. Check out the article below for my evaluation. I look forward to following her recruiting process.

When you talk about what you want your power forward to look like Shaniya Perkins is a perfect example. Long arms, strong base and physical are the best ways to describe her. She is currently ranked #2 in her position and I can see why after watching her play this past weekend. On the block post up showed great footwork in keeping the defender on the high side giving the passer easy target to get a assist. Amazing jumping ability that I am guessing comes from her past year as a volleyball player. Past experience in that sport shows as she jumps vertical for the blocks avoiding the fouls.

A very high-profile player that is off to a great start this first part of the summer circuit. I look forward to following her recruiting process.

Shaniya Perkins Shaniya Perkins 6'3" | C/PF Faith Family Academy | 2026 State TX is a top-tier post defender in the state, known for her excellent rim protection and rebounding skills. Her post-scoring ability was evident as she consistently scored against one-on-one defense, and she also demonstrated great agility by running the floor effectively.

Shaniya is truly an all-around center star, demonstrating a comprehensive skill set that impacts every facet of the game from the post position. She’s not just a scorer or a rebounder; she excels in multiple areas, making her an indispensable presence on the court.

On offense, Shaniya consistently contributes points through a variety of post moves, strong finishes, and often showcases her ability to score in different ways. Defensively, she’s a formidable presence, deterring shots, protecting the rim, and securing rebounds with authority. Her complete game, encompassing scoring, rebounding, defense, and often excellent passing for a big, solidifies her status as a versatile and dominant force at the center position.

Shaniya Perkins Shaniya Perkins 6'3" | C/PF Faith Family Academy | 2026 State TX is a 6’2 post player with excellent hands and a nice touch around the rim. She has a reliable 15-foot jumper and is a strong post defender. She earned an all-state honorable mention for her performance.