’27 TN Flight Trotters: Team Preview

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The [program_tooltip program_id='712985' first='TN' last='Flight Trotters'] is a team full of next level athletes! College coaches should definitely pull up court side.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The athletes that make up this team are:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='755832' first='Peyton' last='Wood']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='821680' first='Lauren' last='Clark']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='821829' first='Brylee' last='Flatt']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='811495' first='Laney' last='Copeland']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='821709' first='Lilly' last='Woodruff']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='779486' first='Payton' last='Richmond-Watson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='822277' first='Lexi' last='Tipton']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='816717' first='Jacy' last='Cox'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1222734' first='Madison' last='Rogers']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Now, let's break down the athletes: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wood is a true versatile athlete! The 5'11 combo guard is a matchup nightmare for opposing squads! She's long, athletic, and gifted! Peyton is an outstanding two-way player! She has offers to play at the next level for a reason! Offers include King University, Anderson University, University of Pikeville, &amp; the list will continue to grow!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Clark is an athlete that every college coach should be ready to pull the trigger to offer. The 5'10 combo guard is another matchup nightmare for opposing squads. She is excellent in the mid-range area. She does a great job attacking and getting downhill. She's a strong, physical athlete that plays the game the right way! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Flatt would have been a 4 year varsity starter at most schools in and around Knoxville. She plays for an incredibly talented Alcoa squad. She made her minutes count during her high school sophomore season. The 5'10 shooting guard can knock down shots from anywhere on the floor. She is an excellent two-way athlete!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Copeland was named the district 5AAAA MVP! She's an elite point guard that can score at will! She has great instincts on the court. I use this quote quite often, "It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog!" Laney is a fierce competitor, and she is elite!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Woodruff is a standout athlete! She puts up huge numbers on a nightly basis. She can score in bunches and in numerous ways. She's strong and does a great job on both ends of the court. Lilly had numerous double-doubles during her sophomore season! Her effort on the court is unmatched! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Richmond-Watson is one of the best stretch forwards in her class! She does an excellent job in the paint! She is a double-double machine! She's an excellent rebounder. She knows how to use her strong frame to her advantage! She's a fundamentally sound athlete that continues to show why she is a next level prospect! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tipton is the do-it-all athlete! She has a quick first step, and she's extremely fast! She is a rebounding machine that does a great job of pursing the ball! She is a high energy athlete with a non-stop motor. If people don't know this kid, they should! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cox is one of the best defenders in the state. I have talked about Jacy's defense numerous times. Her defense sets her a part from so many other athletes! She is one of the best "3 &amp; D" athletes that you will find. Jacy can light it up from the outside fast! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rogers is the North Carolina athlete that everyone should know! She's a champion! She definitely knows how to win! She's a "dawg" that every coach will want on their squad! She applies relentless pressure on the defensive end. She knows how to turn defense to offense. I labeled her before as the swiss army knife! She continues to stuff an entire stat sheet! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coach Sean Armes has a talented squad! In my opinion, every athlete on this roster will play at the next level. Pull up court side and watch this team!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1224528,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/03/IMG_3822.jpg?w=792" alt="" class="wp-image-1224528" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I had the privilege of covering [player_tooltip player_id='822427' first='Hayden' last='Carter'] a few times while she was on the court. Coach Armes stated on X, "Definitely hard not having [player_tooltip player_id='822427' first='Hayden' last='Carter'] on the sidelines with us. Her jersey will always go where we go." [player_tooltip player_id='822427' first='Hayden' last='Carter'] is a kid that we will never forget!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1227482,"width":"347px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_4005.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1227482" style="width:347px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->