Size Matters: 2030 Bigs Ready to Make an Impact

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE "tinnon30" FOR 30% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>How the game evolves over time is crazy to me when you look at the grand scheme of basketball. It used to be that everything was pretty traditional. Your 5s and 4s would be your low-block players; you would have 2 wings and then your point guard. Then it evolved to the point where you had to have big guards and big wings that could take advantage of inside situations. Nowadays, you see more guards on the floor who can handle the ball, similar to the situations in OKC and San Antonio in the NBA. The game is always changing, and one must adapt to keep up with the times or stay ahead of the curve.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One thing you can't teach or have too much of is size. Add versatility and multiple skill sets, and you have a prospect(s) that can really take advantage of mismatches. This 2030 class truly does have some size in it, and I am talking about the type that is going to make a difference sooner rather than later.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Early on, I touched on [player_tooltip player_id='1264654' first='Caydence' last='Williams'] from Independence. Versatile kid who can play inside and out. Can handle the rock, shoot, post up, defend. The thing about her type is there are other girls in the state similar to her and some who are the same size that can work down low. This 2030 class is going to be scary when it's all said and done. I can already foresee collegiate coaches hovering around this state, looking at the talent we have.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Going back to the size advantage, you will see size throughout the classifications. However, there are some 30s who have piqued my interest early on. These are only a few, but remember what I said earlier: this class has a lot of size and is very versatile. Here are a few names that you will need to keep tabs on over the course of the year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1575464"],"_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-6ae4ca5e8b1a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Big low-post player who is strong and can anchor the low post. She has solid footwork, gains ground to reach favorable spots, and can really put the ball in the net. She can stretch the floor, but the mid-range, low blocks- that's her bread and butter. She is a heck of a defender; she can get vertical to block shots and own the boards. Look for her to jump onto the high school scene and have everyone take notice of who she is.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1249229"],"_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-6ae4ca5e8b1d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Steps onto the RHS campus, ready to contribute day 1. This kid is great in the screen game and can finish at multiple spots on the floor. She anchors the paint on both ends, making it tough for opponents to deal with. She's a solid two-way player who has a nice touch around the rim. She gives the Lady Raptors program an edge. Look for her to come out of the gates strong and help RHS compete for postseason play.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1929072"],"_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-6ae4ca5e8b1f5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A bigger forward who can play both inside and out. I talked about versatility with Ms. Williams early on; she works similarly. A kid who can utilize her athleticism to get to favorable spots. She doesn't just compete on the offensive side of the ball; she gets after it defensively as well. She is a hungry ballplayer who will be impactful for this Lady Tigers program. Look for her to come in and contribute right away. A solid ballplayer who will be tough to deal with for years to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1878846"],"_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-6ae4ca5e8b213"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Size matters out at Ensworth, and this young lady brings that and much more to the program. A kid who can do a multitude of things that will earn her court time. She can work down low, stretch the floor, defend at a high clip, and do the little things right to be impactful. Her game continues to grow, and with her confidence, she is going to be a prospect teams will have to game-plan for. A solid two-way player who will be a handful throughout her career.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1898902"],"_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-6ae4ca5e8b231"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A kid to watch out for, she is going to jump right into the fold and provide a different dynamic to this ball club. Blessed with size, she brings her athleticism and finishing ability to the party. She's a bruiser, strong-willed; she is going to find a way to put the ball in the hole. Very versatile, she's a heady ballplayer who will find her spots to exploit her opponent. A solid defender, she will get steals and contribute on the glass. Look for her to be a solid addition to the East program and provide them the necessary spark to make a push this upcoming season.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->