Impressive Guard Play at Tampa Bay Christmas Invitational

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, we continue our recognition of some outstanding guard play at the Tampa Bay Christmas Invitational. Each guard showcased their unique skillset. This is just a snapshot of the many talented guards in the building. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>of all the </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["219999"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1121634,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6771219ed3459"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='219999' first='Jayshlynn' last='Vega'] was another standout guard at the Christmas Invitational tournament. Vegas checked every box of on the point guard sheet: She ran the offense, handled the ball extremely well, she distributed well, shot it extremely well from multiple levels on the floor, she got to the rim, and was a lock down defender. One more superlative that comes to mind - tenacious competitor. They say “what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,” but we are talking about Vega and telling the story: The point guard was a baller and a standout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1121769"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677147b25f42b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1121769' first='Yohangeli' last='Guzman'] was another standout guard I saw at the Invitational. Guzman handled the ball well, shot the ball well from the perimeter, including a few threes. Guzman displayed some nice play The Senior guard showcased her passing and playmaking ability. One play that I recall is a pick and roll play that she delivered to the roller for a bucket. Guzman and Vegas was one of the best backcourts in the building.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["248699"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1121868,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677147b25f47b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='248699' first='Brianna' last='Behn'] continues to impress with her all-around game. The athletic point guard is one of the best floor generals in the 2025. Behn can also score the ball and distribute the ball to her shooters and scorers. At the Christmas Invitational, Behn got to the rim with an aggressive attack. Behn also rebounded well from the guard position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["893913"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677147b25f4bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='893913' first='Journy' last='Scott'] was at the Christmas Invitational shooting that rock. Scott hit on a roll and knocked down 3 straight threes with the prettiest rotation you will ever see on a shot. She had the nets “singing.” Scott was also impressive getting to the rim, scoring, and shooting the midrange shot. On the defense, she defended in the paint and on the perimeter. Scott was very impressive and her shooting was as good as I saw on Saturday (Day 2). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934760"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1121863,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677147b25f4fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='934760' first='Lillian' last='Sanchez']&nbsp; really caught my eye .&nbsp; The 2027 point guard showed craftiness to her game and displayed a very high basketball IQ.&nbsp; She plays with a great motor and has great instincts.&nbsp; At the Christmas Invitational, Sanchez did a good job of interchanging from the wing to primary ball handler, depending on the personnel on the floor.&nbsp; Sanchez was very impressive in transition.&nbsp; She played with excellent court vision and patience.&nbsp; One exceptional move that comes to mind was her reverse -pivot spin-move in the paint.&nbsp; That play showed the craftiness, confidence, and creativity all in one.&nbsp; Sanchez played well on both ends of the floor and she is a player who plays on both sides of the floor. Sanchez also worked well with her fellow guards on the court. She was a selfless and talented Sophomore who really stood out with the tangibles and also the intangibles as well. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["752585"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1121854,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6771adb14093d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='752585' first='K' last='J Sharpe'] was very impressive on Day 1 of the Invitational. Sharpe is a prime example of impacting a game without scoring a lot of points. Sharpe has very good speed on the floor and can play on both sides of the court. On defense, she can defend the short and fast guards. On offense, she can blow by defenders and make plays for her team. She did a great job of pushing the ball and running with her elite teammate, [player_tooltip player_id='346835' first='Jaida' last='Civil']. The Junior guard played well in transition, on defense, and handled the ball well on offense. There was never a dull moment on the floor and Sharpe was in the middle of it all game long. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->