2028 Rankings: The Guards who are up NEXT

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["992448"],"_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-67e5f2c2566bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lamb caught the eye with her knockdown perimeter shooting for Tahlequah Sequoyah during their run to the Class 3A State Championship game. It was a strong end to a productive freshman campaign, which frequently saw Lamb providing scoring punch off the bench. She also averaged double figures and earned all Tournament honors at the Fort Gibson in season tournament. Along with the shooting and clutch gene, Lamb is a solid all around prospect. The eastern Oklahoma standout will be playing with Arkansas based AAO flight this spring and summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["992458"],"_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-67e5f2c25671a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Speaking of freshmen with clutch shooting genes, Smith is part of a promising 2028 group at Tuttle. She was a reliable perimeter shooting threat for the Lady Tigers, frequently hitting double figures points thanks to her sweet jumper. But she also showed that she's more than a spot up threat. In Tuttle's win against Anadarko, the freshman went coast to coast in the closing seconds for a buzzer beating layup. With a strong freshman season under he belt, she's now off to a productive spring the the [program_tooltip program_id='712752' first='OK' last='Swarm'] program. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["993553"],"_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-67e5f2c256760"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Welch, who is also a track athlete, cut her teeth in a tough Class 6A district with the Lady Sandites. Reliable weapon from beyond the arc, even capable of putting it on the deck to relocate and still hit from distance. Her track speed is evident in transition, where she pushes it fast and has a good eye to make the right pass. Intriguing athleticism and early 6A experience make the 918 standout a name to keep tabs on going forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1111400"],"_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-67e5f2c2567de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hartman has good measurables and is already off to a strong start as a contributor on Class 4A State Tournament team, Kingfisher. Plays with some grit on the defensive end, making use of her long arms to swat shots and generally cause havoc. Good spot up threat, with a high release and fluid shooting motion. One of the more intriguing names on this list due to her promising athleticism for her size. Will be interesting to see how her full offensive game develops, while also possessing high upside as a versatile defensive option. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["895969"],"_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-67e5f2c256841"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A freshman who got extended run at the 6A level with Enid. Solomon is a long armed guard, who plays is disruptive. She uses her plus wingspan to play the passing lanes for steals and also swipe out loose handles. Good speed in transition to quickly turns those turnovers into instant offense. Has promise in the halfcourt, with a slippery driving style. Needs to continue to refine her touch as a finisher, but starting to have a variety of ways to finish in traffic. From using her long arms to find unique finishing angles in traffic, or hitting floaters over the arms of outstretched defenders. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->