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The Importance of Role Players in Basketball Success

The Importance of Role Players in Basketball Success
Brandon Tinnon
Brandon Tinnon July 29, 2025 @ 03:09 PM
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Carolyn Pruce
Carolyn Pruce 5'10" | SF/PF | 2028
TN
Mikah Mulligan
Mikah Mulligan 5'5" | PG/SG | 2028
TN
Kinlee Stutts
Kinlee Stutts 5'9" | SF/PF | 2028
TN
Kailah Crawford
Kailah Crawford 6'0" | C/PF | 2026
TN
Jada Davis
Jada Davis 5'8" | PF | 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><br>One of the things I love about what I do is the opportunity to go out and watch basketball. I know that sounds cliché, but at the same time, what you might see in a game may be different from what I might see. When it comes to me watching a game, sure I do the whole scouting ordeal, make the necessary assessments, and so forth. I also look through a lens of what little things someone does right. I may not always be intrigued by the high point scorer. It may be the kid who comes in and does her job well and executes during a crucial time frame. Everyone has their opinion as well as things they value the most. Personally, the extra effort things go a long way with me.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You all know that in this state, we have some hoopers. We also have girls who come to work and just do their job. I am here to tell you, young lady, your work goes unnoticed, and I appreciate the value you bring to your ball club. Here are some young ladies who may not get a lot of credit now, but they will be stepping up in a big way this upcoming season for their team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1240911"],"_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-68892a75de2ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She will be given a solid role and she will excel at it. She does a lot of the grunt work, defending, rebounding, and hitting the occasional shot. She comes to the gym looking to make a difference, and whatever is asked of her, this young lady will go out and do it. Her game is still growing, but you better believe she is putting the work in as she awaits her number to be called.<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-68892a75de365"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This year will be her coming-out party. She rerouted herself to hoop with a GA team this AAU season, and now that she is back with her school, look for her to be impactful and contribute in multiple ways. Jada has a sweet stroke from the arc, can take someone off the dribble, and exploit the mid-range. She excels on the defensive end, where she jumps passing lanes, steals the ball, especially from those who are careless with it, and contributes on the boards. Look for her to be a solid factor in helping Cleveland return to state contention.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1239176"],"_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-68892a75de3e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coming off an injury, this young lady will be looking to jump right into the mix of things. She is a hard-working kid who loves to get after it on both ends of the floor. She is an executor, and she is going to do whatever needs to be done. She can hit shots inside the arc from multiple spots; however, it is her defense and rebounding that set her apart. She's a tough kid who is willing to lay her body on the line for her ballclub.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1240257"],"_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-68892a75de463"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Look for her to get some valuable minutes and compete with some of the top kids in her district. She can score in multiple ways: create off the dribble, knock down the open 3, hit the mid-range, especially from the short corners. Her passing ability and running an offense efficiently really stand out. She, too, will get after it on the defensive end. From keeping an opponent in front to getting steals and deflections, she is sound on both ends of the floor. Look for her to come in and be an important piece to the Lady Eagles' success.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["898296"],"_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-68892a75de4df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This young lady is going to have a monster senior year. She's on a mission, and playing at the next level is definitely in play for her. She can score from all three levels, but her bread and butter is definitely in the painted area. I love how she can stretch the floor on the offensive end; however, she will get physical on the defensive end as well. She blocks shots, grabs boards, and makes it tough for opponents to operate. She is going to be a solid addition for MTCS. One that will help them compete for something special at the end. Crawford is a determined individual who will get the job done no matter what.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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Carolyn Pruce

Carolyn Pruce

TN
SF/PF
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SF/PF
CLASS 2028
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Carolyn
Pruce SF/PF
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
HS
Brentwood Academy
|
TN
The Importance of Role Players in Basketball Success
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Carolyn Pruce

State: Tennessee
School: Brentwood Academy
Club: Team Brandan Wright
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Jada Davis

Jada Davis

TN
PF
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS PF
CLASS 2028
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Jada
Davis PF
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
HS
Cleveland
|
TN
The Importance of Role Players in Basketball Success
This year will be her coming-out party. She rerouted herself to hoop with a GA team this AAU...
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Jada Davis

State: Tennessee
School: Cleveland
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Kinlee Stutts

Kinlee Stutts

TN
SF/PF
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS SF/PF
CLASS 2028
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Kinlee
Stutts SF/PF
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
HS
Loretto
|
TN
The Importance of Role Players in Basketball Success
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Kinlee Stutts

State: Tennessee
School: Loretto
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Mikah Mulligan

Mikah Mulligan

TN
PG/SG
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2028
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Mikah
Mulligan PG/SG
Class
2028
Height
5'5"
HS
Independence
|
TN
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Mikah Mulligan

State: Tennessee
School: Independence
Club: Team Brandan Wright
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Kailah Crawford

Kailah Crawford

HEIGHT 6'0"
POS C/PF
CLASS 2026
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Kailah
Crawford C/PF
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
HS
Rockvale Highschool
|
TN
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