On the Radar: Class of 2021
For many basketball players the game of basketball is played the entire year. For a large part of the year, most basketball is dedicated to school teams which is mainly in the winter months. Meanwhile, once school ball is over,…
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Continue ReadingFor many basketball players the game of basketball is played the entire year. For a large part of the year, most basketball is dedicated to school teams which is mainly in the winter months. Meanwhile, once school ball is over, then many players head into the summer season of basketball with their travel teams.
So many games played from girls who play basketball in the state of Oklahoma through the year, eyes have been on the ladies for quite some time. They are consistent in their performances and although they may not always hold statistics in the top for every game. nd although they may not always hold statistics in the top for every game. Mainly witnessed from the first live period in Texas, all of these girls are someone worth knowing who they are within Oklahoma girls’ basketball for Sophomores of the Class of 2021.
The Players
#24 Linda Brice, Sophomore, 5’7, Point Guard, Coweta HS, OK Federal Ballerz GOLD
Strong driver with nice strong moves to the basket. Witnessed many moves such as the euro step, and some hops in order to finish. Linda uses her body in layups to finish to draw the foul for free throws. A large factor that makes her good at driving the ball is her ability to finishes well with both hands at the proper time.
*Photo Courtesy of TulsaWorld
#30 Ja’Nya Threat, Sophomore, 5’9, Forward, Carl Albert HS, Unity Blanchard
Undersized big but knows how to play basketball. She moves to the correct spot and sees the floor while facing the basket or with her back to the basket. Slides her feet well on defense also is in help position at the right time. I also love how she uses technique to block out.
#21 Tamera Thomas, Sophomore, 5’5, Point Guard, MacArthur HS, OK Swish 21/22 White
I am personally not a fan of walking the ball up the court majority of the game. Thomas usually pushes the ball each time the ball gets in her hands which makes her hard to guard in the open court. What’s also impressive is how high her head stays as she moves up the court and her methods to move her body to protect the ball as she slashes up the court.