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Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals

Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals
Brandon Fisher
Brandon Fisher July 24, 2025 @ 05:37 PM
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Essence Deleon Gibbs
Essence Deleon Gibbs 5'6" | PG | 2028
FL
Kalyn Thomas
Kalyn Thomas 5'8" | SG/PG | 2028
FL
Brooklin Cooper
Brooklin Cooper 5'11" | SG/SF | 2028
FL
Shaw Summer
Shaw Summer 6'0" | SF | 2028
FL
London Thomas
London Thomas 5'11" | PG | 2028
FL
Trinity Dinkins
Trinity Dinkins 5'10" | SF/SG | 2028
FL
Catalina LaFreniere
Catalina LaFreniere 5'7" | CG | 2028
FL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nike Nationals took place in Chicago at McCormick Place last week, and I was in the building from Friday to Monday. This is one of the biggest and best events of the summer and a nice way to end the travel ball season. Here are some 2028's and 2029's that caught my attention in the Windy City:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1244084"],"_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-68810bf414ca6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Essence was the best player on the floor for most of her games in Chicago. She's a great leader and communicator on the floor that can handle and pass the rock very well. Her ability to see the floor, hit the pull up jumper, and read her opponents by getting in passing lanes is what made her stand out so much. E is a top PG in Florida's 2028 class without a doubt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1229156"],"_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-68811dff6fb89"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shaw helped lead her team into the Platinum bracket this weekend in Chicago. Her length and skill were on display at the 15U level as one of the smoothest players on the floor at all times. She used great ball fakes to fool the defense and then used that space she created to knock down a shot or make an easier pass. In the games I saw, Shaw finished really well in transition using that length and craftiness at the basket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["974196"],"_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-68810bf414d09"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Trinity is one of the best players in the state at using her body to create space in the paint to score. She hit a really nice baseline jumper and plays with a lot of grit and tenacity inside. In the game I saw - she elevated quickly at the rim, owned the glass, and blocked shots at the other end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["248374"],"_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-68811dff6fc32"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Catalina is a crafty PG that plays with good pace and takes good angles for driving the lane or passing the ball. She was knocking down corner 3's and dishing out assists when I saw her in the Windy City. Her handles and smooth game was some of the best I saw the entire weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1092442"],"_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-68811dff6fc76"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">London saw a ton of minutes in Chicago as she was so vital to her team's success that she had to be on the court nearly all of the time. She's a big, strong guard that does a great job of getting her teammates involved by driving to the basket and distributing. Her court vision, passing, and ability to score it in bunches make her one to the Top 2028's in the state and the country.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1237196"],"_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-68811dff6fcb5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kalyn is a high motor kid that handles the pressure well and has nice handles. She can get to the bucket with ease with a quick burst that allows her to get around most defenders. Her mid-range game is tough, her energy is contagious, and she made a ton of effort and hustle plays in Chicago.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1236237"],"_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-68811dff6fcf3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brooklin has a great frame and feel for the game at a young age. She's strong and was able to finish at the rim with either hand using solid body control. Brooklin shoots the ball well from deep with nice form too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Nike Nationals took place in Chicago at McCormick Place last week, and I was in the building from Friday to Monday. This is one of the biggest and best events of the summer and a nice way to end the travel ball season. Here are some 2028's and 2029's that caught my attention in the Windy City:

Essence Deleon Gibbs

Essence Deleon Gibbs

FL
PG
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS PG
CLASS 2028
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Essence
Deleon Gibbs PG
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2028
Height
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HS
Keys Gate Charter
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FL
Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals
Essence was the best player on the floor for most of her games in Chicago. She’s a great...
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Essence Deleon Gibbs

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School: Keys Gate Charter
Club: Miami Suns
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Shaw Summer

Shaw Summer

FL
SF
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS SF
CLASS 2028
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Shaw
Summer SF
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
HS
St. Petersburg
|
FL
Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals
Shaw helped lead her team into the Platinum bracket this weekend in Chicago. Her length and skill were...
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Shaw Summer

State: Florida
School: St. Petersburg
Club: Essence EYBL
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Trinity Dinkins

Trinity Dinkins

FL
SF/SG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2028
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Trinity
Dinkins SF/SG
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
HS
Orange Park
|
FL
Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals
Trinity is one of the best players in the state at using her body to create space in...
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Trinity Dinkins

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State: Florida
School: Orange Park
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Catalina LaFreniere

Catalina LaFreniere

FL
CG
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS CG
CLASS 2028
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Catalina
LaFreniere CG
Class
2028
Height
5'7"
HS
St. Thomas Aquinas
|
FL
Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals
Catalina is a crafty PG that plays with good pace and takes good angles for driving the lane...
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Catalina LaFreniere

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State: Florida
School: St. Thomas Aquinas
Club: Essence EYBL
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London Thomas

London Thomas

FL
PG
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PG
CLASS 2028
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London
Thomas PG
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
HS
St Thomas Aquinas
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FL
Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals
London saw a ton of minutes in Chicago as she was so vital to her team’s success that...
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London Thomas

State: Florida
School: St Thomas Aquinas
Club: Essence EYBL
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Kalyn Thomas

Kalyn Thomas

FL
SG/PG
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS SG/PG
CLASS 2028
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Kalyn
Thomas SG/PG
Class
2028
Height
5'8"
HS
Booker T. Washington
|
FL
Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals
Kalyn is a high motor kid that handles the pressure well and has nice handles. She can get...
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Kalyn Thomas

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State: Florida
School: Booker T. Washington
Club: Miami Suns Jacksonville
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Brooklin Cooper

Brooklin Cooper

FL
SG/SF
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS SG/SF
CLASS 2028
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Brooklin
Cooper SG/SF
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
HS
New Smyrna Beach
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FL
Underclassmen Standouts at Nike Nationals
Brooklin has a great frame and feel for the game at a young age. She’s strong and was...
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Brooklin Cooper

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State: Florida
School: New Smyrna Beach
Club: Essence EYBL
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