New York Tune Up Diamonds Edition

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>By Josh Ebrahim</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5-3-26</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The summer circuit kicked off in the Bronx with the 3rd Annual NYC Tune Up, where the top teams from across the Northeast came together to set the tone for the new season. With a long summer ahead, this weekend is a chance to test new rotations and build chemistry with teammates, and every team has something to prove.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":"Addison Valdez ","_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":"12121","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Immaculate Heart","_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-69f10019ebc67"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Valdez is a scoring guard with great footwork. She has elite handle and change of direction, allowing her to beat defenders one-on-one. She's an above-average rebounder and can score from the perimeter while also using her footwork to attack the basket with control and touch as a finisher. She thrives in transition, pushing the pace, and operates effectively in the pick-and-roll. Defensively, she plays with a high motor and does whatever is needed to help her team win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["975883"],"_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-69f10019ebd2b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Mouzon is a versatile prospect who thrives in an up-tempo system. She consistently looks to push the break and impacts the game on both ends. Can get to the basket with ease and will make defenses pay from the perimeter if given space, knocking down open shots with confidence. Plays hard-nosed defense, rebounds well, and quickly turns defense into offense on the break. With a strong handle, Mouzon can create her own shot effectively and showcases elite playmaking ability as a facilitator. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1041823"],"_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":"","_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-69f10019ebdda"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Sparks is a dynamic wing who thrives attacking the basket; she's a true three-level scorer capable of putting up points from anywhere on the floor. One of the top prospects in the state, she showed exactly why—consistently getting to her spots and shooting with confidence and no hesitation. Natural feel for the game and displays elite court vision, making smart reads whether creating for herself or others. While she's most comfortable playing off the ball, she's just as dangerous when leading the charge.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1132611"],"_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-69f10019ebe67"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pela was a dynamic, high-paced force who consistently controlled her speed to create gaps and attack effectively—showcased strong court vision, delivering sharp passes—especially on dump-offs. Pela is a three-level scorer. Combines elite shot mechanics with a fluid release and jump on her shot. Defensively, she disrupts the perimeter with active hands, generating deflections, and embraces the challenge of guarding the opposing team's top player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1201486"],"_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-69f10019ebef5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Matos is a versatile guard who plays with great pace, consistently shows strong footwork and body control to shield defenders and create space for her shot. Decisive on the floor, with an array of moves that allow her to score at all three levels - has range as a shooter but is equally comfortable putting the ball on the floor and attacking. Off the ball, she moves efficiently, playing well off screens and turning corners tightly to get open looks. She had an excellent weekend and is definitely a player to watch moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->