AZ Compass Hoops Classic: All Tournament 2nd Team

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The weekend of Feb 6th-8th, [program_tooltip program_id='713512' first='AZ' last='Compass'] Prep hosted its Hoops Classic, which featured Prep teams from three states across two countries. The event had plenty of talent on display.<br><br>Here, I take a look at the All-Tournament 2nd team</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["659856"],"_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-699652868152f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Iza once again showed why she is regarded as one of the premier scorers in the region. The Bella Vista standout demonstrated her ability to stretch defenses with her perimeter shooting, knocking down shots consistently and efficiently throughout the event. Her ability to get her shot off quickly and convert from beyond the arc makes her a constant offensive threat. Juarez's scoring ability is not limited to just shooting—she understands how to move without the ball, create space, and capitalize on scoring opportunities within the flow of the offense. As the leading scorer on the Grind Session circuit, she continues to prove herself against elite national-level competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1579715"],"_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-69965286815dd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tay was one of the more intriguing young prospects at the event, showing a strong overall floor game and excellent positional versatility. The 8th grader has very good size for her class and understands how to use it effectively on both ends of the floor. She contributed in multiple areas, impacting the game through rebounding, defensive activity, and smart offensive decision-making. What stood out most about Samuels was her ability to affect the game beyond scoring. She played within the system, made smart reads, and showed the willingness to do the little things that contribute to winning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["588554"],"_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-6996528681662"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='588554' first='Emma' last='Slack'] showed exactly why she is regarded as one of the top shooters in Arizona's senior class. The Dream City Christian guard shot the ball with confidence and efficiency throughout the event, consistently spacing the floor and making defenses pay for lapses in coverage. Her ability to knock down perimeter shots makes her a valuable offensive weapon. Following her recent commitment to Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Slack demonstrated the skill set that made her an attractive addition to the program. She plays with confidence, understands her role, and brings a high-level shooting presence that translates well to the next level. Her performance reinforced her status as one of the premier shooting specialists in Arizona's 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1559371"],"_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-69965286816bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Peace continues to separate herself as one of the most advanced young point guards in Arizona. Playing the point guard position for a national-level prep program at the 8th grade level, Peace showed a level of maturity and control that is well beyond her years. She played with excellent pace, never rushing her decisions, and consistently made the right reads, whether creating for herself or facilitating for others. Her ability to control tempo and keep her team organized was evident throughout the event. Defensively, Peace was equally impressive. Peace is firmly on track to become one of the next high-level guards to emerge from Arizona's growing talent pipeline.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->