2027 Prospects to Watch This Spring and Summer (Part I)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This AAU season marks the final go-round for Kentucky's talented Class of 2027. In this article series, we highlight prospects to add to your radar this spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["738252"],"_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-69e55c80312bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maci is coming off a big junior season, averaging 13.5 points and 4.9 rebounds per game while leading South Laurel to a 26–7 record. The Lady Cardinals win the 50th District and advanced to the 13th Region Championship game for the second year in a row. A strong-framed wing with a very well-rounded game, she surpassed 1,500 career points and 500 rebounds. Maci also earned First Team All-Region honors.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["997467"],"_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-69e55c803133a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Claudia had a breakout year for the Lady Aces, helping lead them to their second Sweet 16 appearance since 2023. She averaged a career-best 11.9 points per game and established herself as one of the top shooters in the 3rd region. An absolute marksman from deep, Claudia shot 40.6% from three, connecting on 103 of 254 attempts, ranking among the top 15 in the state. A prospect who continues to elevate her game and is trending upward.<em> (Featured Image)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913408"],"_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-69e55c8031388"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Amauri is one of the premier post prospects in Kentucky, producing at a high level with averages of 17.3 points and 10.4 rebounds per game for a DCA program that made it to the Sweet 16 in 2024 and 2025. A powerhouse in the paint, she dominates the glass and uses her physicality to control the interior on both ends of the floor. Amauri has also eclipsed the 1,000-point and 1,000-rebound milestones in her career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743739"],"_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-69e55c80313d0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jada was the go-to scorer all season for Boyd County, averaging a team-high 20.1 points per game. A big-time bucket getter, she reached the 1,000-point milestone and established herself as one of the top players in the 16th Region. Jada is poised to make waves this spring and summer with TSP 2027.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913415"],"_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-69e55c8031418"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Asia averaged 9.0 points and 4.2 rebounds per game and was a difference-maker for North Hardin. A defensive demon, she brings nonstop energy and effort on that end of the floor. She consistently makes hustle plays and does whatever is necessary to help her team win. An extremely coachable player with a team-first mentality, Asia impacts the game in ways that don't always show up in the box score.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->