Payton “The Problem” Day is a dynamic point guard from Lawrenceville, Georgia, representing Richards Middle School in the Class of 2030.
Standing 5’3” with a 3.5 GPA, Day already shows advanced court awareness and confidence well beyond her age.
She controls tempo, understands spacing, and plays with a competitive edge that instantly stands out.
Her nickname fits.
She creates problems for defenders with her quick first step, change of pace, and ability to get into the lane despite size disadvantages.
Offensively, Day thrives as a playmaker.
She handles pressure well, keeps her dribble alive, and consistently puts teammates in scoring positions.
She sees the floor early and delivers the ball on time.
As a scorer, she can attack gaps, finish creatively, and knock down open perimeter shots when defenses collapse.
Her motor is constant, and she plays with a chip that fuels her two way impact.
Defensively, Day applies ball pressure, anticipates passing lanes, and competes possession by possession.
Her instincts and effort help neutralize size mismatches, and she shows leadership by setting the tone at the point of attack.
College Projection:
Day projects as a long-term Division II or high academic Division III point guard with upside to climb as she physically develops. Her feel, IQ, and competitiveness give her a strong foundation for the college game.
Evaluation Summary:
Impact skills include ball handling, pace control, and competitive toughness. Physical tools are still developing, but her feel and instincts translate well to higher levels.
Key Development Areas:
Skill improvement needs: consistent pull-up jumper
Physical targets: added strength and core stability
Mental areas: decision making under elite pressure
Long-Term Outlook:
Payton Day is a floor general I would confidently bet on to outperform rankings as she matures physically and sharpens her scoring efficiency.