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Genesis McNeill

Guard
JUANITA SANCHEZ EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
SENIOR
Height: 5-FOOT-11
Press Release

Peak Performance

17.3

Average Points (per game)

8

Average Assists (per game)

7.1

Average Rebounds (per game)

10.9

Average Steals (per game)
“She is incredibly athletic and her steals-per-game average is double compared to [that of] other state leaders. Those steals often lead to points, which has been Juanita's strength all year. She’s incredibly well-rounded and composed on the court.”
Risha Pellegrino
Head Coach head coach at Portsmouth High
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Athletic Excellence

The 5-foot-11 senior guard had led the Cavaliers to a 20-3 record, a Division 1 state championship and the No. 1 seed in the open state tournament at the time of her selection. McNeill averaged 17.3 points, 10.9 steals, 7.1 rebounds and 8 assists per game through 23 contests. In the process, she recorded a quadruple-double and two triple-doubles.

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Academic Achievement

McNeill, who attends Charette Charter School but plays for JSEC, has maintained a 3.65 GPA in the classroom. She remains undecided upon a collegiate destination.

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Exemplary Character

McNeill has volunteered locally at a Thanksgiving Turkey Drive to support families in need. She’s also donated her time to the Davey Lopes Recreation Center, helping children with their homework and assisting staff with youth basketball instruction.