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Ballplayers That Who Give Their Team an Edge

Ballplayers That Who Give Their Team an Edge
Brandon Tinnon
Brandon Tinnon June 26, 2025 @ 09:55 AM
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Abigail Netherton
Abigail Netherton 5'9" | SG/PG | 2027
TN
Laila Downs Darden
Laila Downs Darden 5'11" | SG/CG | 2027
TN
Chelby Jordan
Chelby Jordan 5'8" | PG | 2026
TN
Zoey Nicholas
Zoey Nicholas 5'9" | SG | 2026
TN
Natalya Hodge
Natalya Hodge 5'7" | CG/PG | 2026
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>Have you ever come across a player and that left you like “ geez, she's tough?” Don't get me wrong, there are plenty of X factors who are household names who hoop in our state. The thing is, we do have some young ladies who may not be among the best of the best; however, they, too, can flip a switch and leave their mark or imprint on a ball game. For instance, someone who can get saucy and slice their way to the rim is the type of person that comes to mind. Not everyone can be as shifty as how I am trying to explain. Sure, people can get downhill by going straight, but if a kid can rock someone off their mark and get them leaning, dang, that's awfully nice.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Beyond that example, there are kids within our borders who just go to work and do what they do. They infatuated the crowd and really are a tough matchup for coaches to strategize for. Different areas have different styles of play, but the point I am trying to make is that we have kids who really give their team an edge every time they step onto the floor.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some young ladies (just to name a few) who give their team an edge each and every night they take the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514124"],"_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-685d5f4652535"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Talk about a shifty guard, this kid is super tough when the ball is in her hands. You never know what she is about to do, and she is always keeping her opponent guessing. She can shoot the 3-ball at a high clip; however, it's her magician-like movements that keep her opponents at bay. When she gets going, you never know if she is going to stop and pop, dish it behind the back, hesi, and get to the rim. Defensively, she is going to lock you up and force you into a turnover. She's a stellar ballplayer who gives PC an edge every time she steps onto the floor.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["818131"],"_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-685d5f46525da"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Super talented kid that just puts on a show when she is on the floor. She can do all things and is willing to do whatever it takes to help her ball club win. She can attack from the arc, making shots from multiple levels on the floor. She, too, can dominate the inside as she has established a low-post game as well. The point I am trying to make here is that when this kid is on the floor, anything is possible. Defense, offense, she has a complete two-way game that collegiate coaches are noticing. She gives her team an edge and then some as she is one of the most talented girls in her class.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1133790"],"_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-685d5f4652690"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She has put everyone on notice, and the state tournament was her coming-out party. This kid is so shifty and can really take control of a ball game. From scoring to making timely assists, she has an all-around game that speaks volumes and gets results. Her club feeds off her energy, and when the ball is in her hands, anything can happen. She puts on a spectacular show for all to witness, in doing so, she keeps coaches clamouring as she is hard to stop. Solid talent who will be someone collegiate coaches try to add to their program.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["513233"],"_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-685d5f4652712"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the most dominant guards in the state, this young lady can just hoop. When the ball is in her hands, good things tend to happen. She is a clutch player who will put a squad on her back. With their backs against the wall, she's the type of player who can will a team to victory. From scoring to the defensive end, her impact when she is on the floor is crazy good. She's an All-Star player who is going to be a nuisance this year as well as at the next level.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["593347"],"_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-685d5f4652790"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">So, so, smooth. This kid is phenomenal, and when her team needs a buck, CJ is who they call upon. A three-level scoring threat who just rises to the occasion. Speaking of rising, she has a pretty jumper that she utilizes to rise above the opposition, especially in the mid-range area. Tough. No. No. No. Super tough. This kid has all the tools and makeup to help lead Dyersburg back to the state finals. Belmont is getting a steal in this young lady.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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Zoey Nicholas

Zoey Nicholas

TN
SG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Zoey
Nicholas SG
Class
2026
Height
5'9"
HS
Pickett Co.
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TN
Ballplayers That Who Give Their Team an Edge
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Laila Downs Darden

Laila Downs Darden

TN
SG/CG
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS SG/CG
CLASS 2027
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Laila
Downs Darden SG/CG
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
HS
Mcewen
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TN
Ballplayers That Who Give Their Team an Edge
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Laila Downs Darden

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School: Mcewen
Club: Tennessee Flight
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Abigail Netherton

Abigail Netherton

TN
SG/PG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS SG/PG
CLASS 2027
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Abigail
Netherton SG/PG
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
HS
Van Buren Co.
|
TN
Ballplayers That Who Give Their Team an Edge
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Abigail Netherton

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State: Tennessee
School: Van Buren Co.
Club: Kentucky Premier
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Natalya Hodge

Natalya Hodge

TN
CG/PG
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS CG/PG
CLASS 2026
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Natalya
Hodge CG/PG
Class
2026
Height
5'7"
HS
Bearden
|
TN
Ballplayers That Who Give Their Team an Edge
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Natalya Hodge

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State: Tennessee
School: Bearden
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Chelby Jordan

Chelby Jordan

TN
PG
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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Jordan PG
Class
2026
Height
5'8"
HS
Dyersburg
|
TN
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School: Dyersburg
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