Southern Showdown: Under the Radar 2026s

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the Southern Showdown being a local event, packed with talent it also gave a chance to get a closer looks at some prospects who haven't had as much of the spotlight recently. From defensive minded guards, to versatile wings and more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1161843"],"_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-68255d22968e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Energy, energy, energy. Navarro had some flashes while watching Choctaw this past year, but her energy was even louder for the DC Queens. Turns defense into offense by pushing the tempo, and looking to pass. Is shifty in the open court and when slashing from the wing on drives. Her driving ability is really added by the elevation she get, allowing her to finish high and strong at the rim. Intriguing traits from a good athlete, who can make a two-way impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["846981"],"_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-68255d2296944"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Slots in as an unselfish, Swiss Army Knife guard/wing for a good [program_tooltip program_id='712936' first='Team' last='Oklahoma'] squad. Rebounds very well for his size, thanks to quality all around athleticism. Including second jumping ability that really shines when she grabs contested rebounds. Smart mover off the ball, while also having the first step to pressure the rim as a driver. Was the driving force for a darkhorse Duncan team this past season that made nose in 5A. Now is showing her ability to fit into and thrive in a role on a talented grassroots team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["846978"],"_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-68255d229698e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Capable of playing either forward spot, Watkins served as a bridge between the guards and front court of [program_tooltip program_id='712936' first='Team' last='Oklahoma']. Stepped out and hit a couple threes. While also playing physical when driving and grabbing offensive rebounds. Even had a great one handed wrap around pass after she drove, drew a crowd and whipped the pass out to an open shooter. Versatile weapon on both ends of the floor, with some connector vibes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["626514"],"_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-68255d22969d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown was part of a dominant one-two offensive punch for a Saturday afternoon win for [program_tooltip program_id='712936' first='Team' last='Oklahoma'] Grey. She's a wing who excelled at scoring from 15 feet and in. Hitting in the mid-range, or getting all the way to the rim. Even scoring a nifty reverse layup, while also producing some second chance points. Like the attack mode mentality and skillset she brings with good size for the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Tarilyn Thierry","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12121","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Shawnee","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Select ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68255d2296a79"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another guard who fits into the energy and defensive minded category. Caught the eye with steals and even having the athleticism to block shots. Thierry is unselfish when attacking, making the right pass while driving. An in person viewing was a good follow up a game watched online from Heart of Texas. Further cementing the Shawnee guard as an athletic, sparkplug. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->