Best strategy for entry?

Lately I’ve been day trading news driven low cap stocks only. But I did have a question about what the best strategy for entry is for both getting your order filled, and not overpaying. I’m playing with the idea in my head, because if I’m early to the trade, it feels like it would make sense to slap the market maker’s ask as the momentum would fall in. Or would bidding roughly between the bid and ask be the better option with the risk of partial fills or not getting filled? I’m only looking to take 5%. Opinions from experienced scalpers would be super appreciate! Thank you.