Team Preview: Everglades

Throughout this month (and next), I will be highlighting selected teams across South Florida. Today, my focus is on Everglades. The Gators went 2-13 last season under head coach <strong>Alberto Jemperrie</strong>. Their schedule is a little misleading as they played teams like <strong>Westminster Academy</strong>, <strong>St. Thomas Aquinas</strong>, and <strong>Calvary Christian Academy</strong>. The good news is Everglades returns much of its roster. Key players Iesha Rhodin 2022 forward Gloryn Letlow 2022 forward Nyla McKnight 2022 forward Uniyah Franklin 2023 forward Reshea Joseph 2023 forward Shanira Adderely 2023 guard Tyra Blye 2024 guard [player_tooltip player_id="221694" first="Jaylyn" last="Laguna"] 2024 guard Jazyln Laguna 2024 guard Jahnya Lewis 2024 guard Franklin could be the big watch here. The 6-foot-2 prospect is clearly long with a base of athleticism to be a top prospect in the region. Franklin received an offer from <strong>The University of North Alabama</strong> back in late July. She had D-1 potential and has received interest. McKnight is a 6-foot forward that can score with her back to the basket. The Gators have two additional 6-footers in Blye and Joseph. Coach Jemperrie  has length he can work with on both ends of the floor. In addition, 5-foot-10 Letlow is a team captain and can play multiple positions. Key tournaments/events <strong>Florida Prospects Thanksgiving Shootout</strong> - November 27-28, <strong>Winter</strong> <strong>Haven</strong>, Florida <strong>Naples Holiday Shootout</strong> - December 28-30, <strong>Naples</strong>, Florida <strong>SUTS New Year's Classic</strong> - Janaury 7-8, <strong>Coral Springs</strong>, Florida Overall, the roster is spread out with talented players across three classes. I think Everglades can run out multiple sets and give opponents problems. As you can see, the Gators have a solid group of sophomore guards. That area should develop as a strength for years to come. Overall, I'd take the over on Everglades winning more than two games. <strong>For any South Florida Prep Girls Hoops news or information...please contact Michael Costeines @Steins_23 on Instagram or follow him on Twitter @Mungertown_Mike23.</strong> &nbsp;