2027’s We Added This Year – Dark Horse Players

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Several players began to draw attention and make headlines, particularly with how they impacted games during the later stages of the playoff run. Their performances didn't just show up on the stat sheet—they influenced momentum, stepped up in key moments, and helped shape outcomes for their teams. Here are a few players we've added, along with what to expect from them moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1661111"],"_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-69ba05a9d4270"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Weber's mid-season surge—and the momentum they built down the stretch—was fueled in part by the play of Jade, who earned her way onto our roster this year. Her impact on both ends of the floor stood out, as she brought energy defensively while also contributing offensively when her team needed it. Her continued development makes her a name to watch—not just as a contributor, but as a player with the potential to keep rising.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1452486"],"_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-69ba05a9d42e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bear River had several players step up and make an impact this season, and Olivia was a key presence on the glass. Her ability to consistently pull in rebounds gave her team extra possessions and helped anchor their inside play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She wasn't alone, as teammates like [player_tooltip player_id='1452490' first='Robbi' last='Marble'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1452489' first='Emry' last='Crowther'] also emerged as contributors and earned spots on our roster. With a younger core developing together, Bear River is a team with plenty of upside and the potential to become a real force moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1494003"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1808569,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-69ba05a9d4343"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tabiona's push to the finish line—and ultimately hoisting the trophy—was fueled by her performance in the state championship game. She led the Tigers in scoring on the biggest stage, knocking down crucial baskets in the final minute to secure the win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With Gines returning alongside several key contributors, Tabiona will bring back a strong core next season. With continued growth and development over the summer, she has the potential to elevate her standing even further and remain a central piece of the Tigers' success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1789723"],"_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-69ba05a9d4389"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Several Union High players worked their way onto the radar this season—and for good reason. Payzlei stood out with her ability to contribute across the stat sheet, playing a key role in helping push the Cougars further than many expected.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She wasn't alone, as [player_tooltip player_id='1789713' first='Lisa' last='Richards'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1452540' first='Aunna' last='Hadlock'] also emerged as impact players during Union's impressive run. Together, this group showed that Union has a core capable of competing and continuing to build momentum moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='827411' first='Baja' last='Jimenez'] - Bonneville - Watch for her to be a key piece for Bonneville to build on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1676571' first='Aleeyah' last='Cowley'] - Emery - Key piece for Emery this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1579512' first='Alex' last='Secrist'] - Syracuse</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1579525' first='Avery' last='King'] - Syracuse found some traction in some players finding their groove late in the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->