Whitely Goodson may have a slight height disadvantage at the power forward position, but she makes up for it with her strength, athleticism, and hustle.

Goodson has a tendency to outbound her opponents, especially on the offensive glass. If the opposition fails to box her out, there is a guarantee she grabs the board. Once she has the rebound in her possession, she will immediately go back up and score amongst the trees.

She is also excellent at moving without the ball, cutting to the basket almost every play and being in the perfect position to score down low.

Whitley Goodson Whitley Goodson 5'7" | PF Greers Ferry Westside | 2027 State AR had 10 first half points against Rural Special in the semi-final game, but she will need to have two good halves against Earle in the championship.

Seeing a guard outrebound the other team on the offensive glass is rare, but Whitley Goodson Whitley Goodson 5'7" | PF Greers Ferry Westside | 2027 State AR made it happen against the Pirates.

Goodson posted 14 points and grabbed numerous boards, especially in the first half. She might have outrebounded Calico Rock on the offensive boards by herself in those first two quarters. Goodson put herself in perfect position every time down the floor, using her strength to push the opposition out of her way. 

Inside, Goodson was scoring at will. Whether it was off the glass or off a cut, she was finishing over taller defenders with ease. She also forced multiple turnovers, streaking down the court to score in transition. 

Whitley Goodson Whitley Goodson 5'7" | PF Greers Ferry Westside | 2027 State AR made Calico Rock hurt from the opening possession until she was subbed out for the final time in the game. She will be very important for Westside later in conference play, as they hope to remain undefeated in the 1A-2.