Van Leer (pictured above) may be a small guard, but with her fuel tank always on full, she is not afraid of hard work and discipline. The 5’5 Hoop Habits guard is always disciplined on the court. She excels at keeping herself involved on the floor – especially when there’s a loose ball and she’s diving and scrapping for possession. Tayjha has a seemingly endless motor, and plays with the kind of energy that spreads throughout her team, no matter who she plays with. The fun and energized Minnehaha Academy sophomore can handle the ball, shoot around the arc, and you can especially rely on her to go after the ball at any given time.

The pint-sized point guard from Minnehaha Academy has been earning varsity minutes since the 7th grade, but made a big jump in the rotation this season. Van Leer provided a spark for the Redhawks this winter, continuously showing up as an aggressive presence on the defensive end. The 5’5 guard competes hard, consistently makes the right plays, and isn’t afraid to play physical. With a tight handle on the ball and a keen awareness of the court, Tayjha excels as a passer and playmaker. She’ll suit up for the Hoop Habits Elite 2029 Wright squad this summer.