Summer Standouts: 5 players who caught my eye!

Hassell is the true definition of a game changer! The way Hassell impacts the game at such a young age is almost unheard of. You can put Lauren on any team and the team is instantly better. The Class of 2027 has a ton of young talent but this young star will be at the top! Lauren is relentless on defense and makes it hard for anyone to try to score on her! Hassell stays impressive on the offensive end! Great finisher through contact, beautiful outside shot, and her skill set with her spin move is unmatched! If you are a Lady Vol fan, she is one we want to see there in the future! Keep shining Lauren because the future is more than just bright!!!

Shooter’s shoot, right? If you see Reagan on the court, you better have more than a hand in her face. Brown can truly light up the score sheet fast! The 3 point shot is automatic. Another thing that stands out with Reagan, is how she turns defense into offense. Brown will find numerous ways to impact the game, whether its through scoring, defense, rebounding, etc. This prospect is a fun one to watch as her energy level is unmatched! Excited to see which college lands this prospect because she will make the team better!

Ridley has tremendous size and length for a guard! She knows exactly how to use her size to her advantage too! Ridley is a true triple threat! Also, moves really well without the ball in her hand and has a knack for finding the open spots! She has an extremely high IQ for the game! Mashawna received her first offer from Anderson University and I have no doubt that this is the first of many!

This young guard is as tough as they come! You name it, Boykin is ready for it! You can find this on the Tennessee Pride Black 2024, “True grit is staying in the game when others would have dropped the ball and left the park.” That statement can be said for Boykin’s and all of her teammates. Gibson’s unselfish play shows in every aspect of her game! It is extremely hard to ignore the toughness that Boykin’s brings to the court. You can tell she is up for any challenge and the effort is always there without question!

Some athletes you know are going to make it big, Aaliyah is one of those athletes! Story is a young player that is really really good! A versatile player that has great length and size! Story draws a lot of attention in the paint, but she can’t be stopped! She is already one of the best shot blockers in our state. Aaliyah finishes with ease at the rim, shows great footwork, and has a great understanding of the game! College coaches should know this young stars name!