New Names to Know: All CIF-SS Hidden Gems

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025-2026 All CIF-SS team was announced last week across all 10 divisions. The list includes household names, under-the-radar standouts, and up-and-coming underclassmen. Featured in this article are hidden gems from that list who should be on your radar IMMEDIATELY!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["901298"],"_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-69df0feb9d738"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">How many FIBA medalists do you know at the high school level?? <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='901298' first='Zulymar' last='Velazquez']</strong> is in rare company! The lefty floor general is a walking ankle-beaker. How does she get it done? <strong>Zulymar</strong> uses elite quickness and ball handling instincts to create for herself and others. The hezis, stutter-steps, crossovers, and stepbacks are all very hard to contain in 1v1 situations. She displays impressive stamina with the change of pace you're looking for in a lead guard. <strong>Zulymar</strong> can score the ball on all 3 levels. She understands how to run an offense to perfection. Smart, tough, and dependable. The viral sensation is someone to monitor closely over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Peyton Axene","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'9u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12125","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Murrieta Valley","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"OGP Corona Gold","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69df0feb9d7f6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Peyton</strong> is a 3X Defensive POY who can register a double-double anytime she steps on the court. What sets her apart is her ability to create chaos defensively throughout the course of a game. Versatile defender and a top-tier disruptor! She gets off the ground fairly quickly as a rebounder and shot blocker. Offensively, she possesses the size and athleticism to be an elite slasher. Her middle-game is reliable. The motor stands out. <strong>Peyton </strong>moves very well off-the-ball. She has a quick 1st step with long strides, making it hard to keep her out of the paint. The all-around impact translates to wins. <strong>Peyton</strong> will be a force to reckon with in Division III next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1814413"],"_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-69def112422d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Lauren</strong> is a smooth, nifty finisher around the rim. At her best going downhill, but can make the open three as well. The all-around game is impressive for a sophomore. <strong>Lauren's</strong> scoring prowess and rebounding production showed noticeable improvement. Confident guard who handles ball pressure well. <strong>Lauren</strong> plays with good pace, showcasing a nice step-through in the lane on her way to the rim. Effortless ability to navigate through traffic. The speed and finishing ability are on full display in transition. <strong>Lauren</strong> had 26 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals in the second game of the season. Keep an eye on this emerging sophomore moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Eden Wynne","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12124","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Bishop Diego","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69df0feb9d8cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Eden</strong> had a breakout season, winning POY for Division 5 while leading her team to a 27-5 overall record. Team leader in points, FG %, rebounds, blocks, and FT%. 2nd in steals and assists. <strong>Eden</strong> is a smooth, skilled forward who checks all the boxes. She doesn't need the ball in her hands to be a difference maker on the offensive end. <strong>Eden</strong> is elite in catch-and-shoot situations. She plays the game the right way and has the position-less type of game you're looking for. One of the top all-around forwards in the state, no doubt about it!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Isabella Holmes","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Rosary Academy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69df0feb9d950"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Isabella </strong>will be one of the frontrunners for POY in Division II next year. Pure PG who understands how to control tempo and game flow. Legitimate 2-way guard with an unreal basketball IQ. This is evident on both ends of the floor. <strong>Isabella</strong> has everything you're looking for in a floor general. Leadership, ball handling ability, shooting, slashing, playmaking, the list goes on. <strong>Isabella </strong>impacts the game in a multitude of areas. Big-game performer who is willing to do whatever it takes to win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1445602"],"_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-69df0feb9d9a1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Division 9 Player of the Year kept her foot on the gas pedal from start to finish. <strong>Cailei</strong> can drive and shoot. She can facilitate for others. She displays the competitive fire you're looking for on the defensive end. <strong>Cailei</strong> has her fingerprints over every aspect of the game. Nearly 20ppg, 4apg, 4rpg, 4spg, and 0.5bpg! She provides indispensable firepower on both ends. The motor and intangibles compliment her all-around skillset to perfection. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->