Stock Risers: Sunflower Guards on Rise (2020)
With the season in full swing, Prep Hoops Kansas takes a look at several players raising their profile in the Sunflower League this season. Sunflower Gardner-Edgerton, Lawrence, Lawrence Free State, Shawnee Mission North, Olathe East, Olathe North, Olathe Northwest, Olathe…
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Continue ReadingWith the season in full swing, Prep Hoops Kansas takes a look at several players raising their profile in the Sunflower League this season.
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Gardner-Edgerton, Lawrence, Lawrence Free State, Shawnee Mission North, Olathe East, Olathe North, Olathe Northwest, Olathe South, Olathe West, Shawnee Mission Northwest, Shawnee Mission South, Shawnee Mission West, Shawnee Mission East
Allie Dowd, 5’2, G, 2020, Shawnee Mission North
An active scoring guard-style player who brings speed and awareness to the floor. She zips around the floor and makes noise through her effort as a defender in full court situations. She has an eye for the ball and can force turnovers without committing fouls and she looks to tap away the ball while avoiding contact. Also a 3-point threat with her accuracy and ability to score in bunches once her shot is dialed in.
Avery Halliday, 5’7, G, 2020, Olathe South
A seasoned senior guard who has good height, strong mobility and the ability to move off the ball. Halliday can catch-and-shoot from range and looks to find weak spots in the defense. She is aggressive as a defender and can pick off passes and either score or pass ahead given the situation in transition. She keeps an eye on the ball and is great at giving off the impression she isn’t going after the ball but can jump the lane at the last second and create problems.
Caely Kesten, 5’8, G, 2020, Free State
A quick and well-rounded skill player who has good speed and size for the guard position. She’s listed at 5’8 and she looks to get back on defense and protect the rim when the opposing team is looking to score in transition. She’s also a solid 3-point shooter who has a good long ball from the wing spot and the corner. Kesten has taken her game up a notch this senior year and has established herself as a go-top performer.
Savannah Perez, G, 2020, Olathe East
A strong, physical player who can handle the ball and score from almost anywhere on the floor when she’s feeling it. Perez looks good from three-point range and can handle the ball and create shots around the mid-range area and the glass. She plays well in transition and makes difficult shots. Perez is also a physical defender who moves well and can stay with the ball and switch out and play inside.
Joan Reiber, G, 2020, Olathe Northwest
Another senior guard who is a strong perimeter defender and looks to stay with opponents in full court situations. She has good hustle and an improved shot and can play off the ball well and create some with her own dribble.
Elizabeth Thomas, 5’6, G, 2020, Olathe Northwest
Another scrappy player from Northwest who runs the floor and looks to make smart passes. Thomas can score and gets inside plays physical. She is an intelligent perimeter defender and can stay with the ball and create turnovers and get touches. She jumps passing lanes and is unselfish when she’s on the floor. A do everything glue piece for the team
Anaiya Uhde, G, 2020, Olathe West
A well-built player who can see time defending quick guards in full court situations. Uhde keeps her eyes on the play and jumps out and can get a hand on the ball through her team’s press. She can also score and brings a high IQ and an overall understanding of her position and how she can make an impact. She’s tough and looks to set an example through her defensive play.
Lacy Whitcomb, 5’5, G, 2020, Shawnee Mission South
An active two-way player who doesn’t give up on plays. Whitcomb runs the floor well and has a lot of speed and the ability to finish plays through contact. Her leadership is easy to spot and her IQ is high. A do everything player who can rebound, facilitate, block shots and force turnovers. A Precision Athletes over the summer who is extremely competitive and has a timely three point shot.