Final 4 and Grassroots Madness - Young Guns to See

By now you know the eyes of the basketball world will be on Tampa this upcoming weekend and there is so much excitement in the air. Prospects will get to gauge their skills and see how their team and their individual abilities stack up against some of the best talent in the State and around the country. These players have completed their Freshman season in high school and many have fired shots have turned heads all throughout the season. Many have put up some impressive numbers. In this article, we look at some of the State's "Young Guns," particularly some of the State's 2028 prospects.    [player_tooltip player_id='248355' first='Alana' last='Pinnock'] is one of the top talents in the 2028 class. Pinnock is a leader on the floor has a versatile skillset. She has the ability to shoot off the catch or beat a defender off he dribble, spin move or crossover, or hit them with a spin move or crossover. Pinnock can knock down the three and has a killer mid-range game. The young guard is exceptional in the transition game. She can lead the break, consistently score, and finish against pressure and physical play.     [player_tooltip player_id='219786' first='Kennedy' last='Deal'] combines power, athleticism, skills, and explosiveness to her game which makes her one of the toughest “young guns” in the State. Deal dominated last year's PGH Expo against all classes and did the same at the Thanksgiving Inside Exposure tournament against sone of the best talent in the State. Just walking in the gym, no one would have known that the young player who showed she was the “Real Deal” was just barely a Freshman. Real she is, and also young gun who will be looking to take her game to a different level.     [player_tooltip player_id='400818' first='Kennedi' last='Tatum'] is a “Young Gun” to see this weekend at the Showdown. Tatum blends athleticism with smoothness and fluidity. She can cover all 94 feet on the floor and looks like she is doing it effortlessly. Tatum has quick lateral movement and the speed to stay in front of even elite guards. Watching her compete against GHS who has speed all over the back court (including two D1 guards) was all that was needed to show Tatum's abilities. With several years of varsity experience and already a State Championship, the Madness in a Tampa won't intimidate [player_tooltip player_id='400818' first='Kennedi' last='Tatum']. Offensively, Tatum can score from all levels and loves to attack the rim.     [player_tooltip player_id='400817' first='Londyn' last='Tatum'] is a third of the Tatum triplets and I'm thankful for Jersey numbers because the getting the sisters mixed up is a constant battle. [player_tooltip player_id='400817' first='Londyn' last='Tatum'] is a smooth operator on the court as well. She defends well and has the speed and agility to cover the elite guards. Tatum can shoot the three ball and can knock them down on a consistent basis. She is deadly from the corners. Tatum is a young gun to see at this weeks Sunshine State Showdown. She has also been in the big events including a trip to the State Championship games in Lakeland. She is no stranger to the Madness.     [player_tooltip player_id='248376' first='Arianna' last='Robinson'] is a very talent young guard who packs a serious dose of competitiveness. Robinson can get to the rim and score and whether it's basic or crafty, she finishes at a high level. Robinson can pull it from behind the arc, but she is even more effective when getting to the rim. Defensively, Robinson is a menace on the ball. She has the ability to disrupt the flow, steal the ball, and create errant passes and throwaways. The Young Gun has been on the scene for a few years and you forget she is just a Freshman. She has been in and won numerous State Championships already. She is use to the competition and Madness, and will be a player to see.     [player_tooltip player_id='1090647' first='Delissa' last='Morris'] is one young gun who you will see with guns blazing at the showdown. Morris impressed many at the Inside Exposure tournament last Thanksgiving and had a very solid Freshman campaign. At a recent showcase, she was a standout amongst many special high school prospects. The young baller was giving off the vibes that the elite ones have. Morris's abilities are off the charts. She has a blend of speed, athleticism, quickness, power, and explosiveness. Her ability to put the ball in the basket was impressive, and so was her dominance on defense as well. Morris is a young gun who will be a “must see” this travel season.

By now you know the eyes of the basketball world will be on Tampa this upcoming weekend and there is so much excitement in the air. Prospects will get to gauge their skills and see how their team and their individual abilities stack up against some of the best talent in the State and around the country. These players have completed their Freshman season in high school and many have fired shots have turned heads all throughout the season. Many have put up some impressive numbers. In this article, we look at some of the State's "Young Guns," particularly some of the State's 2028 prospects.