Spotlight on the Future: 2030 SoCal Prospects Making Noise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>They look nothing like 8th graders when you watch them play. The skill, confidence, and production are miles ahead of their peers.&nbsp;Many are excelling while playing up against older competition. Every single athlete featured below will be a superstar at the high school level. Keep an eye on their development moving forward.</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":"Cayla Murray","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_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":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Prodigy / FBC West Coast","_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-69ebdd6db19da"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Cayla Murray</strong> should be on everyone's radar immediately! Shifty, dynamic guard who can do-it-all. Elite isolation scorer who uses her handle and quickness to create off-the bounce. Pushes the pace in the open floor, finding teammates for easy baskets. <strong>Cayla</strong> has a lightning quick 1st step. Shoots the ball with range. Finishes through contact. She has several go-to moves and counters (spin, hesitation, stepback, etc.). Shoots it well off-the-catch and off-the-dribble. Displays elite body control and concentration while making tough finishes around the basket. <strong>Cayla</strong> is playing up in the 16U division this summer. She will be a national recruit when it's all said and done.</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":"Janai Turner","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12120","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Sports Academy Swish","_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-69ebe0e23ee65"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the leading shot blockers (2 games with 3 blocks) at EYBL Session 1... in the 16U division! <strong>Janai</strong> has good mobility and fluidity for her age, especially when you take into account her 6'4 frame and the fact that she is probably in the middle of another growth spurt. <strong>Janai</strong> keeps the ball high and finishes well in the paint. Next-level rim protector! Runs the floor. Solid free throw shooter. Displays poise and good decision-making when she gets the ball. <strong>Janai</strong> is a surefire can't miss prospect in the 2030 class. She is also the daughter of former Beverly Hills Head Coach, Jarvis Turner.</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":"Zoey Gear","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_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":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"[program_tooltip program_id='715880' first='Why' last='Not Premier']","_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-69ebdd6db1b50"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Zoey</strong> is making her case as the top floor general in the 2030 class. She led everyone in assists (5apg) at EYBL Session 1 in the 15u division! One notable performance: 19 points, 7 assists, 2 steals. <strong>Zoey</strong> could not miss (100% FG, 100% 3pt), literally! Crafty guard who plays with good pace. Tough acrobatic finisher around the basket. Mismatch nightmare because of her ability to shoot, drive, and pass. <strong>Zoey </strong>creates for herself and others at a high level. Plays with a chip on her shoulder. She is very hard to stay in front of. Elite shot-maker who can score the ball on all 3 levels from various spots on the floor. Gritty, in-your-face defender as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1267956"],"_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-69faf1d51802f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1267956' first='Viviana' last='Morales']</strong> aka Mighty Mouse is an intriguing prospect to watch going forward. Fearless combo guard who can score in a variety of ways. The jumper looks good every time the ball leaves her hands. She can get downhill. She can also light it up on the perimeter. Her feel for the game stands out. <strong>Viviana</strong> already possesses an advanced skillset and a high basketball IQ. The leadership and love for the game are evident. Expect her game to reach new heights this summer with the [program_tooltip program_id='1190856' first='Statham' last='Academy Elite']. The future is bright to say the least!</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":"Jadyn Van Horn","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"[program_tooltip program_id='715880' first='Why' last='Not Premier'] ","_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-69e7a5c185b85"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Jadyn Van Horn</strong> and <strong>Arianna Brewer</strong> are the new dynamic duo for [program_tooltip program_id='715880' first='Why' last='Not Premier'] 16u. With one of the highest ceilings in the 2030 class, expect <strong>Jadyn</strong> to fly up the ranks expeditiously! The all-around game is impressive. Dangerous spot-up shooter. Gifted isolation scorer with a nice feel for the game. Versatile defender who applies relentless on-ball pressure. Willing passer who makes good decisions with the ball in her hands. Scores the ball on all 3 levels. <strong>Jadyn</strong> already posses an ideal basketball frame with the perimeter skills that make her a legit combo guard.</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":"Aaliyah Robinson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_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":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Prodigy / FBC West Coast","_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-69fd638738a05"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Aailyah</strong> is a versatile hybrid-forward who excels in the pick and roll. She rolls hard and finishes strong around the rim. She can also pick and pop from mid-range. <strong>Aaliyah</strong> has a nice combination of size, skill, and athleticism. Hard to stop going downhill with a head of steam. Shows intensity and active hands on the defensive end. Plays light on her feet on the offensive end, making her a mismatch nightmare. Post players can't keep up with her. Guards are too small. She moves very well off-the-ball. <strong>Aaliyah </strong>can also pass the ball. Gifted up-and-coming prospect with a high upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->