Alabama Expo Team 3

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Team 3 brought an impressive blend of size, athleticism, scoring ability, and basketball IQ to The EXPO, with several players showing the versatility to impact the game in different ways. [player_tooltip player_id='1227337' first='Bristol' last='Cook'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1886455' first='Braelyn' last='Castille'] provided an imposing presence in the paint, while [player_tooltip player_id='1786151' first='Shiloh' last='Buckner'] and [player_tooltip player_id='877549' first='Ella' last='Davis'] showcased the value of length, versatility, and high-level instincts on the wing. [player_tooltip player_id='1185585' first='Hensley' last='De Los Reyes'], [player_tooltip player_id='1809352' first='E'mony' last='Carter'], [player_tooltip player_id='1924657' first='Alecea' last='Atchison'], and [player_tooltip player_id='1786954' first='Trinity' last='Simmons'] brought a strong mix of playmaking, perimeter shooting, downhill aggression, and competitive energy. With a combination of established strengths and exciting developmental upside, Team 3 offered another encouraging look at the talent coming through Alabama.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1786954"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac1bbc81a137"} --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1786954' first='Trinity' last='Simmons'] | 5'2 Point Guard | Springville | Class of 2030</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1786954' first='Trinity' last='Simmons'] is a pass-first point guard who showed a good understanding of how to manage the game and get teammates involved. She made sound decisions with the basketball, limiting turnovers and allowing the offense to operate with rhythm. Simmons also demonstrated the ability to knock down catch-and-shoot threes, giving defenses another reason to respect her presence on the perimeter. Her willingness to facilitate while remaining ready to capitalize on scoring opportunities makes her an effective guard within an offensive structure. For a young floor general, her decision-making and ability to value possessions are encouraging qualities to build on as she continues developing her game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1924657"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac1bbc81a1cf"} --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Alecea Atchinson | 5'10 Wing | Thompson | Class of 2030</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alecea Atchinson is a good-sized wing who brings a competitive approach and an attacking mindset to the floor. Her ability to shoot the basketball gives her value on the perimeter, but she looked most comfortable when putting pressure on the defense and attacking downhill. Atchinson plays hard and showed a willingness to compete defensively, giving her a foundation to impact both ends of the game. Her combination of size, shooting ability, and straight-line attacking makes her an intriguing young wing prospect. As she continues to develop her handle and overall offensive versatility, Atchinson has the tools to become a difficult matchup for opposing defenders.</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":1932598,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1809352' first='E'mony' last='Carter'] ","_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":"5'7u0022","_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":"Sparkman ","_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac1bbc81a2c6"} --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1809352' first='E'mony' last='Carter'] | 5'7 Guard | Sparkman | Class of 2030</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1809352' first='E'mony' last='Carter'] is a talented young guard with good positional size and a physical approach that stands out for her age. She plays stronger than most guards in her class, actively seeking contact when attacking downhill and showing the ability to finish through defenders. Carter is also creative in transition, where she does a good job turning opportunities into scoring chances. Her catch-and-shoot ability from three adds another layer to her offensive game, making her a guard worth tracking as she continues to develop. The offensive tools are there, but establishing a more consistent commitment to defending will be an important next step in her growth. Carter is a young talent to keep an eye on as her game continues to mature.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1886455"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac1bbc81a343"} --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1886455' first='Braelyn' last='Castille'] | 6'2 Center | Thompson | Class of 2030</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1886455' first='Braelyn' last='Castille'] is an intriguing young interior prospect whose defensive presence immediately stands out. An elite shot blocker and rebounder, she combines athleticism, good footwork, and vertical pop to challenge or erase attempts around the basket. Castille covers ground well defensively and has the physical tools to make opponents think twice before attacking the paint. Offensively, she finishes well around the basket, giving her a foundation to build on as a post player. The next area to watch will be how her offensive game evolves, particularly as she continues to expand her scoring skill set beyond finishing opportunities. At 6'2 with her defensive instincts and athletic ability, Castille is a young talent worth keeping an eye on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1185585"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac1bbc81a3b3"} --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1185585' first='Hensley' last='De Los Reyes'] | 5'7 Point Guard | Huntsville | Class of 2029</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1185585' first='Hensley' last='De Los Reyes'] is a three-level scoring point guard whose approach to the game speaks volumes about her basketball character. She showed the ability to knock down catch-and-shoot threes, defend the ball, and create scoring opportunities without forcing the action. What stood out most was her willingness to embrace the role that helped her team rather than chase individual attention. While others looked for opportunities to showcase their scoring, De Los Reyes consistently made winning plays and did a good job involving her team's size advantage inside. Her combination of scoring versatility, defensive effort, and unselfishness makes her the type of guard coaches appreciate having on the floor. De Los Reyes understands that impacting winning basketball is about more than filling up the stat sheet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["877549"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac1bbc81a41d"} --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='877549' first='Ella' last='Davis'] | 5'9 Wing | Good Hope | Class of 2028</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='877549' first='Ella' last='Davis'] is a high-IQ wing whose understanding of spacing and movement makes her an effective piece within an offensive system. At the high school level, she has the versatility to function as a swing forward, using her instincts to find opportunities without needing the ball in her hands. Davis moves well off the ball, consistently recognizing when to cut, relocate, or occupy open space. She is a capable catch-and-shoot threat who can make defenses pay for losing track of her on the perimeter. Davis also contributes on the glass, adding another dimension to her value beyond perimeter scoring. Her combination of basketball intelligence, shooting, and willingness to do the little things makes her a valuable player to have on the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1786151"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac1bbc81a488"} --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1786151' first='Shiloh' last='Buckner'] | 5'10 Wing | Springville | Class of 2030</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1786151' first='Shiloh' last='Buckner'] is a long, athletic wing whose physical tools allow her to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Offensively, she is a downhill attacker who looks to use her length and athleticism to put pressure on defenders. Her defensive presence was particularly noticeable, using an active approach on the ball to make life difficult for opposing guards. Buckner's wingspan also gives her an advantage in the passing lanes, where she has the ability to disrupt offensive possessions and create opportunities for her team. With her combination of size, athleticism, and defensive instincts, Buckner is an intriguing young wing prospect as she continues to develop her overall game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1872312"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ac1bbc81a4f5"} --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1227337' first='Bristol' last='Cook'] | 6'4 Center/Forward | Class of 2030</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1227337' first='Bristol' last='Cook'] dominated the paint at The EXPO, showcasing the kind of interior presence that is difficult to ignore. Her drop step was a consistent weapon, allowing her to establish position and convert scoring opportunities around the basket. What makes Cook especially intriguing is her ability to step away from the paint and create offense, whether attacking off the bounce or knocking down midrange and three-point shots. Her defensive impact matched her offensive production, as she altered and blocked shots while controlling the glass throughout camp. One of the most encouraging developments was her increased vocal presence, demanding the ball in the post and communicating more consistently as the backline defender. Cook is continuing to grow into a more complete two-way presence, and her willingness to become a vocal leader could be just as important as the expansion of her offensive skill set.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->