5A Final 4 preview: X-Factors in New Smyrna Beach Vs Clearwater

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are one step closer to naming the state champions in 5A. One of the top matchups in the playoffs is, New Smyrna Beach, vs. Clearwater, expect a lot of scoring in this matchup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["429793"],"_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-67c61d2c010d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">(Cover Photo) [player_tooltip player_id='429793' first='Olivia' last='Olson'], the Marshall commit, is one of the most exciting players to watch this season because she can flat-out shoot the ball. The 5'10" guard/wing is lights out. The senior is currently averaging 21.6 PPG and has made 90 three-pointers this season, ranking her #77 nationally, according to MaxPreps. I don't expect her scoring output to change in the state championships—she is a pure scorer and is likely to have some of her best performances yet on the big stage. She will be a game-planning nightmare for opposing teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["847610"],"_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-67c628a0d3bde"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='847610' first='Allevia' last='Williams'] is a long guard who can light it up from outside, which has earned her recognition this season, including her first offer from Barry University. Currently averaging 13.4 PPG and totaling 325 points this season, she has proven she can score the ball. Her consistency, along with her length, will be crucial in helping her Clearwater team secure a victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["721469"],"_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-67c628a0d3c4a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='721469' first='Iniya' last='Reddicks'] and [player_tooltip player_id='429793' first='Olivia' last='Olson'] are one of the best duos in the state. Reddicks can light up the scoreboard just like her counterpart, but she does it in a different way. Her ball handling, creative scoring, and athleticism force opponents to put their best defender on her—a task that is far from easy. The sophomore is a&nbsp;<strong>BUCKET</strong>, averaging 16.1 PPG this season while shooting 52% from the field, proving she scores with efficiency and consistency. Expect her to put on a show on the big stage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["249400"],"_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-67c628a0d3c91"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='249400' first='Pink' last='Sturdivant'], the 5'10" guard, plays with a physical presence and has the ball-handling skills to navigate tight spaces. She brings the grit needed in a&nbsp;<strong>FIGHT</strong>&nbsp;for the title. Pink's calm and composed demeanor allows her to pick her spots, take what the defense gives her, and make them pay for it. Expect her to score at all three levels, but she will do most of her damage by drawing fouls, putting the opposing team in foul trouble, and capitalizing at the free-throw line, where she shoots 64%. If the game comes down to the wire, Pink has the potential to be the difference-maker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["430262"],"_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-67c628a0d3cd4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='430262' first='Corrin' last='Austell'] is the point guard for New Smyrna Beach, and on a team with two high-powered scorers, having an unselfish PG who can also score when needed is crucial. Corrin is the glue that keeps this well-oiled machine together. She plays tough defense, forces turnovers (averaging 2.2 SPG), and creates easy transition opportunities for her teammates. She also has the ability to distribute the ball effectively, averaging 3.1 APG, while still putting pressure on defenses by attacking the rim. Corrin is the coach on the floor, making everyone's job easier.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["331759"],"_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-67c628a0d3d18"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='331759' first='Peyton' last='Flournoy'] is a combo guard but primarily runs the show at the point guard position. She has the ability to handle the ball, get the offense going, and deliver the ball to her teammates in the right spots. Agile and athletic, Peyton can also score at will—leading her team with 13.6 PPG. If an opponent disrupts the team's offense, she has the ability to create scoring opportunities on her own. Defenders must guard her full-court, as she can also light it up from deep. Peyton has the potential to be a game-changer and a decisive factor in the final stretches of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->