Rising Seniors to Watch in Tennessee High School Basketball

<!-- 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>As the travel ball season comes to an end, it will be bittersweet for some. The nights practicing in the gym and traveling across the country to compete in showcase events. The friendships were made with others from different cities and states. It's been a fun ride; however, the opportunity to hoop isn't over yet. For those rising seniors, your last travel ball tournament may have happened, but there is a whole other season to look forward to.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>My advice to all the upcoming seniors: make this last season a memorable one. Embrace where your feet are. Leave everything on the floor every single night. You do have an opportunity to extend your career beyond high school. Keep learning. Keep fighting. Keep competing. That would be my message to a rising senior if I were face to face with them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I wanted to touch on a few rising seniors who will be gearing up for their last ride in Tennessee high school basketball. These girls will be contributors for their ballclubs, stepping into roles that will be pivotal to their team's success. It's their time to shine, so therefore, they will embrace the moment.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few rising seniors who will be playing impactful roles for their club this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["636539"],"_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-6881638edb7af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Multi-sport athlete who knows how to utilize her quickness to her advantage. A heady ball player who can facilitate an offense with poise. She can knock it down from multiple spots on the floor, sit down and defend, and compete especially when it comes to making the extra effort plays. As she suits up for her last go round, look for her to come out of the gates looking to make an impact for her ball club. She's a solid ballplayer who is a fearless leader.<br><br></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":"Margaret Lehner","_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":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Columbia Academy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_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-6881638edb86f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A gritty ballplayer who likes to do the dirty work. This kid plays with relentless energy and competes from start to finish. She can score from multiple spots on the floor, but what stands out the most is her ability to rebound the basketball, defend, and overall compete. She will step into a pivotal role this upcoming season, where she will be looked upon to be a vocal leader. She's the type of kid who can rally the troops. A solid two-way player who is going to have a great senior season.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1237230"],"_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-6881638edb8c2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A solid ball player who is going to leave it all out on the floor. For those who don't know, this kid can score the basketball. She can put it on the floor and go get a layup or knock it down from the arc, shooting it with confidence as she holds her follow-through high. She's tough on the defensive end, willing to battle to obtain the extra possession for her ball club. She has been battle-tested this past summer, and she will look to bring that same intensity back to her school. A solid ballplayer who is going to be a difference maker this upcoming season.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["900231"],"_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-6881638edb916"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Someone who is going to be a huge impact for her Lady Eagles ball club. This kid can bang in the low post areas, finishing over either shoulder, adding a counter move if need be. She has a nice jumper; she will unleash from the mid-range areas. She will occasionally stretch the floor, knocking down a 3-pointer or two, keeping the defense honest. She excels in the screen game, setting solid picks for her guards to come off. What I love about her most is her ability to battle on the glass, securing the rebound with two, outletting the ball, and sprinting her lane towards the rim. This kid is going to be an important piece for IHS this season. Look for her to come out of the gates strong and leave everything she has on the floor.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["515030"],"_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-6881638edb961"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sharpshooting guard who will be looked upon to fill an important role when it comes to scoring the basketball. It's her turn to shine as she will be looked upon to dial it up for her club. She can score it from multiple levels as well as create for herself and others. She's a competitor who competes on the defensive end as well, using her body to be in a solid position to prevent buckets, create turnovers, and rebound. She had a great summer where she attracted the eyes of multiple collegiate coaches. Look for her to carry this momentum right into high school ball and tear it up. Solid ballplayer who is going to be a big-time contributor for the Lady Bruins.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["636541"],"_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-6881638edb9a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A selfless kid who plays with a high motor. Can create off the dribble or unleash a nice stroke from the field. She is a heady ball player who leaves everything she has on the floor. She can run an offense efficiently, making timely passes and creating opportunities for herself and others. She can defend, contribute on the boards, and push the ball in transition. This year, her role will expand as she becomes an important piece in the Lady Bulldogs' attack. A solid kid who is going to have a big senior season.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->