Kendall Long, More Northeast Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kendall Long, a 2028 prospect from James Monroe High School, headlines this group of five standout players from the Virginia and New England regions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["985991"],"_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-69e6b0cda2813"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kendall leads this group of Northeast standouts after an impressive showing at the April Shootout in Virginia, where she posted 17 points, 8 steals, and 3 assists. Kendall runs her lane extremely well in transition, consistently getting behind the defense for easy opportunities. She sees the floor at a high level and prioritizes moving the ball, often advancing it quickly with smart, pass-first decisions. Defensively, Kendall's active hands create turnovers that immediately turn into offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1246630"],"_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-69e6b0cda2890"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reese is one of the top players in the class of 2029 in the region and already turning heads with her athleticism. At 6-foot-1, she's already dunking as a freshman, showing a ceiling that continues to rise. Reese is a strong finisher at the rim and uses a smooth floater when navigating the paint. Her length makes a major impact defensively, where she alters and blocks shots, while also elevating well in the mid-range to knock down pull-up jumpers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["903426"],"_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-69e6b0cda291b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alexa brings a strong inside-out presence as she prepares for a big junior season at St. Mark's while playing with the Bay State Jaguars. Alexa is effective in the post, using her strength to establish position and finish with her back to the basket. She can also step out and knock down three-pointers with a quick release. On the defensive end, she uses her size well to protect the paint and make scoring difficult for opponents.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["666291"],"_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-69e6b0cda2987"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mariah is a dynamic guard who makes her presence felt on both ends of the floor. She's a confident three-point shooter, especially from the top of the key, and gets her shot off quickly before defenders can react. Mariah applies relentless on-ball pressure defensively, making it difficult for opponents to initiate their offense. In transition, she's tough to contain with the ball in her hands and finishes effectively at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1811831"],"_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-69e6b0cda29d9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Amelia impacts the game with her effort and toughness, particularly on the defensive end. She's a strong shot blocker in the paint and uses her instincts to come up with steals that lead to transition opportunities. Amelia battles hard on the offensive glass, earning extra possessions and drawing contact for trips to the free throw line. She never takes a play off, often fighting for rebounds and second-chance points even after missed shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->