Dynasty Region Kick-off: 16U Standouts | 1 of 3

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Girls Hoops Dynasty Region Kick-off tournament showcased some impressive talent. Held in Irving, TX at the Drive Nation Sports Complex from April 1st through April 2nd 2023, this tournament provided an opportunity for young athletes to showcase their skills on the court. Let's take a closer look at some of the standout players from the 16U division.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["486412"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='486412' first='Julieta' last='Diaz'], a 6'2 center, is a disciplined and imposing presence in the paint. 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