AAU Team Preview: Ohio Lady Hoopsters-Impact 16U
Today, we take a look at Ohio Lady Hoopsters- Impact 16U. This team is loaded with strong outside shooters, who can handle the rock very well, and play physical in the paint. These young ladies have great chemistry and play…
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Continue ReadingToday, we take a look at Ohio Lady Hoopsters- Impact 16U. This team is loaded with strong outside shooters, who can handle the rock very well, and play physical in the paint. These young ladies have great chemistry and play hard defensively.
Coaches:
D’wan Vickroy “Shackleford” & Jermaine Guice
Roster:
#1 Ladan Elmi- 5’9, G/F, 2023, Thomas Worthington
#2 Imari Pointdexter- PG, 2021, Gahanna Lincoln
#3 Jenna Shackleford- 5’11, G/F, 2023, Newark
#5 Jadyn Arnold- 5’9, G/F, 2023, Desales
#8 Tamara Ortiz- 5’4, PG, 2023, Westerville South
#11 Zoe Guice- 5’6, G, 2024, Westerville South
#15 Syncere Royster- 5’10, F, 2023, Newark
#22 Nelia Guice- 5’10, G/F, 2023, Westerville South
#32 Bridget Stafford- 5’6, SG, 2022, Olentangy
#34 Juju Grubich- 5’6, SG, 2022, Gahanna Lincoln
Key Strengths to Watch
Ladan Elmi- Has good length at the guard spot and a shifty handle. Good court vision and really starting to understand the game. This is only her 3rd year playing basketball. Can also play strong inside.
Imari Pointdexter- Quick guard who is a defensive nightmare for opponents, not afraid to go up against anyone. Runs transition well.
Jenna Shackleford- So strong and athletic, can hurt you inside and outside offensively, plays physical. Smooth, coachable player who can rebound, block shots, and can run the floor/ and play anywhere.
Jadyn Arnold- Used to play inside but has developed into a formative perimeter player over the last few years. Changes direction very well, gets to the basket strong with a soft finish.
Tamara Ortiz- Fantastic court vision, quick player who likes an uptempo game. Excellent passer, very comfortable handling the ball and setting up offense. Nice outside shooting ability, and defensive beast!
Zoe Guice- Outstanding guard who gets after it defensively, picks pockets all day, creates shots for her teammates, and has no fear taking it strong to the basket.
Syncere Royster- Strong player who owns the paint! Nice drop step moves to the basket, solid rebounder, and plays physical.
Nelia Guice- Plays with composure, leader on the court, very aggressive player who fights for every rebound, leaves it all on the court. Can play inside and out, has a nice shot.
Bridget Stafford- Has a beautiful outside shot, can hit the 3’s with her eyes shut! Basketball IQ is outstanding, Quick guard who makes the right decisions, creates shots for teammates, is a pest on defense.
Juju Grubich- The ultimate teammate, shoots the 3 consistently well, knocks down open shots, can play tough defense, unselfish player, competes!