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Embrace the Journey: Growth and Opportunity

Embrace the Journey:  Growth and Opportunity
Brandon Tinnon
Brandon Tinnon May 24, 2025 @ 10:40 PM
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Sara Rogers
Sara Rogers 5'10" | SF | 2028
TN
Naomi Crawley
Naomi Crawley 5'8" | CG/PG | 2028
TN
Cassie Crouch
Cassie Crouch 5'4" | PG | 2028
TN
Jada Davis
Jada Davis 5'8" | PF | 2028
TN
Ayzlyn Stroud
Ayzlyn Stroud 5'4" | PG | 2028
TN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE "tinnon30" FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Everyone's story is unique. Each player has a different path that they are on as they try to climb the mountain top. Some will plateau, while others will climb to new peaks and valleys along the way. It's not about how you start, but where you will finish and how impactful you will be along the way. Some kids get the opportunity early on in their freshman year to come in and contribute right away. While others may see limited minutes on varsity or have to play JV until their time/ number is called.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>My point is this: as a player, my advice to you is to control what you can control and keep working hard. This game is a long grind, a process, and you must embrace where your feet are and then thrive when your number is called. You may see little opportunity now, but be ready for when your big moment arrives. You aren't the only one who may be patiently waiting for their opportunity. When your time comes, be ready to take hold of the moment.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some names of some talented kids who will get their opportunity to be impactful and contribute to their ballclub this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155034"],"_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-68329114eef83"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She is a Swiss army knife who can play the 1-3 position. She is a solid two-way ball player who can score from all three levels as well as attack off the bounce, getting to the rim. She's defensively solid, getting steals, deflections, and contributing on the boards. Earning her way to play more minutes, I know this young lady will shine as she has done so on the circuit this season. She's a hungry individual who will thrive once given the opportunity. Look for her to come out this upcoming season and find her niche and become a big piece of the Lady Tigers' attack moving forward.&nbsp;<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["822478"],"_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-68329114eefee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A selfless floor general who is going to get her teammates going. This young lady can score the rock from multiple spots on the floor, but it is her passing ability that sets her apart from other PGs around the state. She has great court vision, can thread the needle, and run an offense effectively and efficiently. She's good on the defensive end, can hold her own against bigger opponents. Where she thrives is in the open floor, pushing the pace, setting the tone. She is a throwback type of PG that looks to rack up the assists. Look for her to carve out some minutes and be a nice additional piece to the Lady Bearettes ball club.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["927968"],"_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-68329114ef038"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Greatness is in her blood, and she is ready to take the next step and become a focal point for the Lady Bees program. She can score from multiple spots on the floor, but being the floor general and running the offense is what she does best. She is fearless, plays the game with a certain type of edge, and she's going to bring it every time she steps onto the floor. She is a hungry individual who has a high ceiling and will leave her own legacy on this stellar program.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155244"],"_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-68329114ef082"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Solid two-way ball player who plays with a lot of energy and heart. She can do all things, and when it comes to the game itself, she just plays and plays hard. She does the little things right and will go the extra mile to what is needed to secure the basketball. She makes the hustle plays, which, in my opinion, sets her apart from other prospects. She can score from all three levels, rebound on both ends of the floor, compete against bigger players, and really execute anything asked of her. She is a selfless ballplayer who just gets the job done by any means.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["822481"],"_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-68329114ef0cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This young lady isn't afraid to do the dirty work. Her game is rebounding, but she, too, can get buckets as well. She can do it on the interior or stretch the floor and knock it down from the arc, my point is that this ballplayer is efficient and effective when she is on the floor. She will see more minutes this upcoming season. With that being said, I believe her numbers will increase in multiple categories. An overlooked attribute of hers is her ability to defend multiple positions. She just gets after it, grinding away. She is a selfless ballplayer who will do whatever it takes to help her ball club win.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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Naomi Crawley

Naomi Crawley

TN
CG/PG
HEIGHT 5'8"
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Crawley CG/PG
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
HS
Ensworth
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TN
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Naomi Crawley

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Ayzlyn Stroud

Ayzlyn Stroud

TN
PG
HEIGHT 5'4"
POS PG
CLASS 2028
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Ayzlyn
Stroud PG
Class
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Height
5'4"
HS
Bradley Central
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Ayzlyn Stroud

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School: Bradley Central
Club: FBC
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Cassie Crouch

Cassie Crouch

TN
PG
HEIGHT 5'4"
POS PG
CLASS 2028
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2028
Height
5'4"
HS
Upperman
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Sara Rogers

Sara Rogers

TN
SF
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SF
CLASS 2028
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Rogers SF
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
HS
Davidson Academy
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TN
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Jada Davis

Jada Davis

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PF
HEIGHT 5'8"
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CLASS 2028
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Height
5'8"
HS
Cleveland
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