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Fresh Faces From Texas Invitational

Fresh Faces From Texas Invitational
Simmie Colson
Simmie Colson November 20, 2023 @ 06:06 AM
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Helen Byrd
Helen Byrd 5'9" | PG | 2025
TX
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I love catching talented new players and with Texas being as large as it is, I emphasize the importance of placing yourself where I can see you which is why I have <strong><em><a href="https://girlzprepreport.com/upcomingevents/"><mark class="has-inline-color has-primary-color">EVENTS </mark></a></em></strong>I will be attending listed on my website. 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