Playing Against the Best

To determine how you measure up with the elite of the youth basketball organization one must play against the best. Last weekend the 12U Lady Select Black Team played in the "Rumble on the River" tournament in Memphis, TN. They played against the number 1, 7th and 9th ranked teams in the nation. The team lost to the number 1 team, the Pistols, but competed well against the other ranked teams, only falling short by 4 points in both games. An outstanding effort was given by the team's MVP of the tournament, Mia Marshall. Mia then had a "Block Party" and invited every opponent. What a class act. Heading the "defensive charge" for the team was Courtney Gardner, who was forced to play a new position, did a great job forcing ball handlers to turn over the ball. The "offensive player" of the tournament was Rebecca Walker, who average 8 points per game. The "sixth man" award goes to Morgan Jones (not pictured), who had a great tournament, coming off the bench and providing great guard play and leadership. Honorable Mention goes to Nadia Miller. Even while sick she gave her team great energy off the bench. All of the players of the Atlanta Select 12u Lady Select Black team are commended for taking on the challenge, measuring their effectiveness and playing with heart and style. They are preparing for a great season by starting off playing against the best with the best. Go Ladies!