Gainesville Area Prospects Ready for the Spotlight

Girls basketball in Gainesville and its surrounding communities continues to grow stronger each year, producing players who are making an impact locally and across the state. From established programs like GHS, The Rock, PK Yonge to Buchholz, Eastside, Oak Hall and beyond, the pipeline is becoming deeper and more consistent. In this article, we spotlight the athletes who are shaping the game in this region of the State.    Ar'Nayshia enters her senior year, already committed to play at the next level. Griffin is one of the top players in the region and arguably the most athletic player from I-75 to SR 441. Griffin is probably the most versatile, too. She can score inside and call also step behind the arc and knock down the three. Her three point shot has been the biggest difference in her game- she can flat out knock it down. Griffin can handle the ball and play all 5 positions. It will be an exciting last ride for the talented senior.     [player_tooltip player_id='906109' first='Herva' last='Brutus'] is one of the most productive front court players in the region and in the 2026 class. Coming off an excellent season in which she averaged a double-double (14.6 points, 13.4 rebounds per game), Brutus carried that same impact into the travel ball season. She is a player we will continue to watch as she continues to make waves throughout the rural area near Alachua county.     [player_tooltip player_id='515104' first='Narjhani' last='Harris'] has flashed her athleticism for a while, showcasing the tools and offensive skill set that make her a player to track closely. She runs the floor with ease, attacks the rim confidently, and has the strength to finish through contact while also creating opportunities off the bounce. Harris features a smooth left-handed jumper, effective from the mid-range, and she can extend her range to the three-point line where she knocks down shots with rhythm and touch. That blend of athleticism, physicality, and perimeter skill makes Harris a versatile offensive player profile who ranks high in the Alachua and Marion county area.     [player_tooltip player_id='1319755' first='Nyasia' last='Bivins'] nearly averaged a double -double last season (16.7 points and 9.9. rebounds) per game and was one of the top scorers in her class. Bivins plays on both ends of the floor averaging 1.2 blocks power game and 3.6 steals she has proven to be one of th top players in the Region.     [player_tooltip player_id='1232631' first='Sarah' last='Collins'] returns after a trip to the Finals in Lakeland and good production in the Travel League. Collins average 4.6 points as a Freshman and 3.0 rebounds per game. Collins played travel ball and continues to be committed to her game and she will be an excited player to watch throughout this season.     [player_tooltip player_id='1293113' first='Ellie' last='Mittias'] uses her length and size to be a strong on-ball defender. She plays team defense and is physical against opponents. Mittias is known for creating turnovers on defense. Offensively, she loves to drive to the rim. Mittias plays within the team concept and knows how to score when she needs to score. She also gets great positioning on the glass and is a very good rebounder.   <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />

Girls basketball in Gainesville and its surrounding communities continues to grow stronger each year, producing players who are making an impact locally and across the state. From established programs like GHS, The Rock, PK Yonge to Buchholz, Eastside, Oak Hall and beyond, the pipeline is becoming deeper and more consistent. In this article, we spotlight the athletes who are shaping the game in this region of the State.