By Cooper Chadwick
Confidence is not something junior Brooke Grimes lacks, and it goes back to all the extra time she devoted to become a greater shooter.
Last year Andale’s shooting guard broke the record for most three pointers made in a season and tied the record for most in a game, as a sophomore.
In the spring of 2024, Grimes sustained an injury that needed surgery, which kept her out of summer games and camps, but she has been working and is ready for the upcoming season.
Andale’s head girls basketball coach Clint Robinson spoke very highly of Grimes, her work ethic, love for the game and positive attitude on and off the court.
Grimes last year was one of Andale’s key players, so this year she is taking a big step into the role of a leader on this young Andale team.
“I want to be seen as a leader on and off the court for my team and be able to be looked up to from my underclassmen and respected by my upperclassmen,” Grimes said.
Grimes last year averaged 12.7 points per game, shooting 32.5 percent from three, which helped her earn second team all-state and first team all-league.
Last year Andale finished fourth at state with a young team and Grimes believes they have what it takes to exceed that fourth place finish.
“Our goal is to be state champions and I think our chemistry is getting stronger everyday together. I think it will be a big part of our season this year,” Grimes said. “I am super excited to see how well we are going to work together this season.”
