THE LEGEND OF SWATZILLA

SALEM OH- Salem is just one step away from a trip to Dayton, and the state tournament. So close they can smell it. One more obstacle stands in their way, and that is a Norton team that took down the Quakers crosstown rivals West Branch in the previous round. With the game swiftly approaching, let’s take some time to tell you about the legend of Kami Rohm, better known at YSN as Swatzilla .

Kami is the backbone of what has been a truly suffocating defense this season. The Quakers broke their program’s record for scoring defense in a regular season by just allowing 31.8 points per game. The ball pressure and traps from their guards are hard enough to deal with, but if you are fortunate enough to get by them, the Quakers have a watchful eye in the paint. Kami Rohm has had more big-time blocks this season than a lot of girls who are even taller than her. Her timing, body discipline, and footwork make up for the fact that she’s not going to tower over you. Make no mistake, getting a shot up over Swatzilla might be the hardest challenge that this defense presents.

Rohm is known for her defense, but that doesn’t mean her offense doesn’t have merit. Just like the defensive side of the ball, on offense Kami uses her athleticism and instincts to make up for not being the tallest person out there. If you put your tall post on her, she has the ability to take her to the perimeter, she can beat a defender off the dribble, she can also shoot from anywhere. This makes Rohm a lethal addition to a Salem team that seems destined for glory.

Kami took the time to come on YSN’s Running Point this week to talk about this season with the Quakers. She talks to Anthony Hartwig and Ty Bartell about the team chemistry this season, her role models that make it easier, and much more. Hopefully, you are making the trip to Barberton, on your way there, make sure you know about the legend of Swatzilla. Check out this exclusive Salem Girls Basketball player profile.

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