Christmas Invitational Recap: More Buzz Creating Prospects

These were simply more players who created a buzz at the Christmas Invitational. While some names have already been written about, this group of players also stood out through their play and impact on the floor. They drew attention from college coaches, fans, and media, and added hype and match-up anticipation in the building. In this article we look at play-makers who created a buzz in the building.    [player_tooltip player_id='470459' first='Teriyah' last='McFadden'] created quiet a buzz at the Invitational. When you over-hear more than one college coach inquiring about a prospect, you know there is something special about the player. McFadden was spectacular on both ends of the ball. In her match-up against Galloway GA (a team filled with several D-1 prospects), McFadden shined. She set the pace for the entire game. On offense, McFadden connected on a three, knocked down several mid-range jumpers, and set up multiple teammates for easy buckets. On defense, she was disruptive and made several defensive plays against a talented squad: a steal from a rip, a blocked shot in transition, and multiple stops. In transition McFadden was special. She made great decisions and kept the defense in a bind with the ball in her hands - a pull-up in transition, a drive and dish to her big on the inside, and several drive and kick-outs for the three pointers. McFadden was a play-maker and the buzz she created was real.     [player_tooltip player_id='514564' first='Jailyn' last='Williams'] flirted with a triple double all season and the Tampa Bay Invitational was no exception. Williams posted some good numbers throughout the tournament , including a 25 -point and 8 rebound effort. William is a prospect whose athleticism jumps off of the page. She brings energy to the court and is a paint controller. Playing in one of the most intimidating front courts in the State(along beside [player_tooltip player_id='515106' first='Lovely' last='Gabriel'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1360480' first='Jada' last='Parson']), Williams is averaging 17 points and over 7 rebounds per game). Williams is active all over the court and makes contributions in the assist department as well as steals. She has the ability to impact both the inside of the defense as well as the perimeter. Williams is a game-changer and a prospect who creates a buzz every time she steps on the floor.     [player_tooltip player_id='874206' first='Bianca' last='Hall'] is one of the top players in the State and she brings it night in and night out. Hall shoots controls the pace, consistently changes momentum, and delivers knockout shots against some of the top programs in the State. Hall can shoot the three, distribute the rock utilizing great court vision, and she can get to the rim and score with creativity and through physical play. Coming off a recent 36 point performance against Grandview Prep, Hall went over 20 on Day-one, and then she and company defeated one of the top teams in the State (Tampa Catholic). PGH was in the building and Hall out dueled some of the top prospects in th State. Hall connected on threes, got to the rim, controlled the pace, and directed her teammates like a coach on the floor. Hall definitely created a Buzz in the Room and she's been doing it at the highest level.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/01/DSC04952.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1606317" /></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='443366' first='Justice' last='Brown Jones'] was another show stopper in the building and her versatile game is why. Jones was smooth in the mid-range shot, dangerous in the paint, and played with physicality and skill. She created scoring opportunities with exceptional footwork and scored with the left and right hand. On defense, Jones showed the ability to defend out on the perimeter, but was impactful defending the paint. College coaches were in heavy attendance during the Catholic versus Somerset game, and the sidelines was buzzing. [player_tooltip player_id='443366' first='Justice' last='Brown Jones'] was a big reason why.     [player_tooltip player_id='515106' first='Lovely' last='Gabriel'] was another prospect who created a buzz in the room. Gabriel is a big time prospect has already committed to play at the next level. She leads her team in blocked shots and opponents and college coaches know this as well. Beyond her individual impact, Gabriel's presence gives colleges an opportunity to scout not only her, but also her teammates and opponents. She averages 10 points per game and nearly 2 blocks per contest, providing steady production while anchoring the defense and influencing the game on both ends of the floor.

These were simply more players who created a buzz at the Christmas Invitational. While some names have already been written about, this group of players also stood out through their play and impact on the floor. They drew attention from college coaches, fans, and media, and added hype and match-up anticipation in the building. In this article we look at play-makers who created a buzz in the building.