Big Friendly All Tournament: 17U Pool A

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Familiar names, rising stars and more make up the top standouts from 17U Pool A. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913548"],"_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-6806a89726c67"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">After Richardson's productive year as a scoring specialist at the high school level, she looks ready to be the head of the snake for LEGYNDS' talented group. Double digit scorer in their final three games. In the first game she was quieter as a scorer, but her defensive chops were on full display. Quick, with long arms, she's makes life very difficult for opposing lead ballhandlers. Her tone setting defense on the ball and potential to heat up from deep will be crucial for LEGYNDS and their upcoming national schedule. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913569"],"_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-6806a89726cc6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Opened the tournament with an explosive 22 point performance, where she was simply too explosive for her height as a driver. King is finding an extra gear, with strong drives where she pushes it in transition or carves up the defense in the halfcourt. While she's playing faster and strong, she's still under control. Often with two foot stops and other good footwork to navigate traffic. In that traffic, she either draws fouls or shows off her outstanding touch around the rim. Very exciting weekend for one of the higher potential 2028s in Oklahoma. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["396323"],"_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-6806a89726d0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shook off a slow start on Friday night, to lead Unity to three straight victories. Including a 23 point game on Saturday. Smooth shooter, with great positional size to be a 2/3 at the next level. Long arms often allow her to deflect passes, leading to smooth transition scores. In the halfcourt, she's strong from three and can get to her spots in the mid-range as well. Alston had one of the best high school seasons of any prospect in Oklahoma, and is now on path for a similar successful spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["572452"],"_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-6806a89726d4e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Burge closed out the tournament with a dominant two way performance in the second half of her final game. Also posted a 20 point performance in an earlier Saturday win. She has the capabilities to be super disruptive on defense, especially with a mindset to quickly turn defense into offense. Capable of pushing it herself, while also running the floor hard when off the ball. As one of the better athletes in Oklahoma's upcoming class of seniors, she's continuing to make the transition to a more perimeter based game. Fitting of her height and athletic combination. Her versatility on defense will be crucial for that adjustment. She's also capable with slashing and interior scoring, while improving perimeter shooting is the next big step in her development. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773202"],"_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-6806a89726d8b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Double digit scorer throughout the event. Can get buckets in a variety of ways. Her tournament high came on Saturday with 19 points, including three triples. Has a clear post background with her ability to get position down low, and battle through contact. But is developing a perimeter game, capable of attacking off the dribble. Perhaps most importantly, she seems to be a connector with her ability to pass. Either out of the high post or even when attacking. O'Brien has offensive production and a plus wing span for defense impact, usually a strong combination that's appealing to college coaches. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["898964"],"_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-68071a067d9ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sharpshooter who hit six triples in an opening win for Playmakers Express. Most comfortable as a catch and shoot option, with range that is college ready. But she did help bring the ball up the court as well, and can make the defense pay if they don't pick her up quickly enough. Kept the sharpshooting going as a bright spot for her squad. Including two games with four triples on Saturday. This performance from Cornwell is helping her continue to gain momentum, including an offer from Southwest College (Kansas). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->