Small Clay County’s Big Impact on the 2028 Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we release the 2028 rankings , [highschool_tooltip highschool_id='1006654' name='Clay'] County is having a huge impact on the 2028 rankings. We already know about the prolific scorer Kendall Profitt, who graces the top 10 in this inaugural rankings. Clay County boasts some of the top 2028 on the First Coast and in the State of [highschool_tooltip highschool_id='1006572' name='Florida']. In this article, we look at some of these talented 2028- Freshman ballers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p class='text-gray-700'>[player_tooltip player_id='1003101' first='Gabby' last='Mallory'] is a young athletic baller who loves to slash and attack.   Mallory can get to the rim and score through  physicality.   She is a beast in the transition game and can score at a very efficient rate. Mallory is a selfless player who can also dish the rock. She gets equal satisfaction when feeding a teammate the ball for the score. One intangible that really stands out is her competitive nature. Mallory showed no fear going up against some of the top Juniors and Seniors in the State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image --> <figure class='wp-block-image size-large'><img src='https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_6063.jpeg?w=1024' alt='' class='wp-image-1236522' /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p class='text-gray-700'>[player_tooltip player_id='638560' first='Gianna' last='Crawford'] is one of the top young centers in the state of Florida. Crawford is a versatile young force. She can rebound, handle the ball, put the ball in the hoop, and can pass the ball from the post position with precision. The young Crawford has a high IQ and has great awareness and anticipation on the floor. <br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p class='text-gray-700'>[player_tooltip player_id='974196' first='Trinity' last='Dinkins'] enters the rankings as one of the most skilled 2028 prospects on the First Coast. Dinkins put her Freshman loaded [highschool_tooltip highschool_id='1020819' name='Orange Park'] team on her back and led them to their First District title in nearly 4 years. The versatility Forward can handle the ball, shoot it, and pick a team a part with the ball in her hand. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image --> <figure class='wp-block-image size-large'><img src='https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/04/IMG_6066.jpeg?w=1024' alt='' class='wp-image-1236519' /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p class='text-gray-700'></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p class='text-gray-700'>[player_tooltip player_id='912251' first='Ella' last='Crowe'] is a versatile prospect who is a combination of heart, determination,&nbsp; and versatility. If you see a loose ball or rebound in the area, Crowe will be clsoe by. Crowe can shoot the three and can also get to the rim with power and determination. Crowe is also a good defender who can defend on the perimeter and mix it up on the inside. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p class='text-gray-700'>[player_tooltip player_id='1117349' first='Micah' last='Bussey'] is a versatile guard who can shoot the rock from various levels on the court. She handles the ball well and utilizes great court vision to advance the ball to put pressure on a defense. Bussey can run the point or play at the shooting guard position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p class='text-gray-700'>[player_tooltip player_id='1117347' first='Seven' last='Gourdet'] loves the transition game and fills the lane like no other. She gets out on the break and can finish when the ball gets into her hand. Gourdet plays with a lot of physicality and can score through the contact. She doesn't mind mixing it up against the opponent. Gourdet defends well and loves to crash the board. She uses the offensive glass and golden opportunities to score. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->