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Team-First Players with High Basketball IQ

Team-First Players with High Basketball IQ
Adrian Maloney Jr
Adrian Maloney Jr January 2, 2026 @ 11:01 PM
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Collin Elkins
Collin Elkins 2027
TX
Gage Stepich
Gage Stepich 5'9" | PG | 2030
KS
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This group of players brings a balanced and complementary skill set that drives team success. Artis anchors the unit as a true point guard, elevating everyone around her with poise, vision, and unselfish leadership. Collins provides elite shooting and floor spacing, forcing defensive attention and creating opportunities for others through her constant scoring threat. Christian adds versatility on the wing, impacting the game on both ends with her ability to score in multiple ways while guarding several positions defensively. [player_tooltip player_id='2624977' first='Gage' last='Stepich'] rounds out the group as a dependable shooter and high-level team player who moves the ball well, plays unselfishly, and contributes without needing high usage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Artis Hampton","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6958a29b84a74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Artis exemplifies the qualities of a true point guard by consistently prioritizing the success of the team over individual recognition. He demonstrates a strong command of the offense, reading defenses effectively and delivering the ball to teammates in positions where they can be most successful. His court vision, timing, and decision-making elevate the play of those around him, whether through creating open shots, initiating efficient ball movement, or setting the tempo of the game. Beyond the stat sheet, Artis leads through communication and poise, making teammates more confident and composed. By blending unselfishness with a high basketball IQ, he makes everyone on the floor better and serves as the engine that drives team performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2819276"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6958a29b84b05"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Collins is a true shooter who brings constant spacing and scoring pressure to the floor with her ability to knock down shots consistently. She has a fundamentally sound shooting stroke, a quick and confident release, and the discipline to stay ready without needing high usage to be effective. Defenders are forced to account for her at all times, which opens driving lanes and creates opportunities for teammates. Beyond accuracy, Collins shows a strong understanding of shot selection, relocating well and finding open windows within the offense. Her shooting ability changes defensive schemes and provides a reliable scoring presence that teams can depend on in critical moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Christian Flourney","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6958a29b84ba0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Christian is a versatile wing who impacts the game on both ends of the floor through her adaptability and all-around skill set. Offensively, she can score in multiple ways—attacking off the dribble, finishing in transition, and contributing as a reliable perimeter option—while also making smart reads within the flow of the offense. Defensively, her length, athleticism, and awareness allow her to guard multiple positions, disrupt passing lanes, and rebound effectively from the wing. Christian's ability to adjust to different roles as the game demands makes her a valuable two-way presence and a matchup challenge for opponents.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2624977"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6958a29b84bfb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2624977' first='Gage' last='Stepich'] is a reliable shooter and an excellent team player who consistently contributes to winning without needing the ball in his hands. He spaces the floor effectively with his shooting ability, staying ready to capitalize on open opportunities while keeping the offense balanced. Beyond scoring, Gage is a willing and capable passer who makes quick, unselfish decisions that keep the ball moving and teammates involved. His understanding of team concepts, combined with his selflessness and basketball IQ, allows him to impact the game in meaningful ways that go beyond the stat sheet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

This group of players brings a balanced and complementary skill set that drives team success. Artis anchors the unit as a true point guard, elevating everyone around her with poise, vision, and unselfish leadership. Collins provides elite shooting and floor spacing, forcing defensive attention and creating opportunities for others through her constant scoring threat. Christian adds versatility on the wing, impacting the game on both ends with her ability to score in multiple ways while guarding several positions defensively. Gage Stepich Gage Stepich Gage Stepich 5'9" | PG KS rounds out the group as a dependable shooter and high-level team player who moves the ball well, plays unselfishly, and contributes without needing high usage.

Artis Hampton

Artis Hampton

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CLASS 2027

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Collin Elkins

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CLASS 2027
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Team-First Players with High Basketball IQ
Collins is a true shooter who brings constant spacing and scoring pressure to the floor with her ability...
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Christian Flourney

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Gage Stepich

Gage Stepich

HEIGHT 5'9"
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CLASS 2030
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KS
Team-First Players with High Basketball IQ
Gage Stepich is a reliable shooter and an excellent team player who consistently contributes to winning without needing...
Written by Adrian Maloney Jr
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