2028 Rankings Update: Hidden Gem Guards to Track

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1057191"],"_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-67fcd0424b8c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1057191' first='Kailey' last='Sharp'] had an impressive freshman season for Bracken County, contributing significantly to their 23-11 record, third straight 39th district title, and appearance 10th region semifinals. Kailey was the second-leading scorer for her team, averaging 14 points per game, and was a go-to player all season. She has a quick release and can light it up from the outside. Kailey is incredibly quick off the bounce, able to drive to the rim and get to the stripe where she converted at a 74% clip. She can also guard the best player on the opposing team with her tough perimeter defense, making her a legit two-way player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["972332"],"_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-67ff14707a925"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Barren County had an outstanding season, finishing 26-6 and was a top team in the 4th region. They claimed the 15th district championship and advanced to the 4th region semifinals. [player_tooltip player_id='972332' first='Mahalia' last='Burton'] played an important part in the Trojanettes success, averaging 5.8 points and 3.7 rebounds per game. She has excellent defensive instincts, with most of her steals leading to fast-break points. Mahalia shoots efficiently from the perimeter, adding an offensive threat to her strong defensive presence. (Featured Image)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["903481"],"_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-67ff2735e9d46"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">What a freshman season it was for [player_tooltip player_id='903481' first='Victoria' last='Spiegl']. She led Eminence in nearly every statistical category, averaging 16.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.6 steals, 3.1 assists, and 1 block per game. Victoria impacts the game in a myriad of ways. She shoots the deep ball with confidence, crashes the glass, facilitates for her teammates, and is very disruptive on defense. She had several breakout performances, including a team-high 25 points in the first matchup against Henry County, followed by a monster game in the second with 32 points, 6 rebounds, 8 deflections, 3 steals, 3 blocks, and 2 assists. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1057193"],"_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-67fcd0424b91c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1057193' first='Emily' last='Lambert'] was a key player for Middlesboro, contributing 12.1 points and 2.4 rebounds per game. She is a marksman from deep with parking lot range and has no problem making threes with a hand in her face. She does a great job running the floor on fast breaks and competes hard on both ends of the court. During the season, she delivered a pair of impressive performance, scoring 23 points against Pineville while going 6-for-9 from deep, and putting up 26 points with 3-for-5 shooting from three against Lynn Camp. Emily is poised to be the number one option for the Lady Jackets next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["961285"],"_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-67ff14707a993"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='961285' first='Alexius' last='Rinker'] stepped up to the plate in her freshman season and led Bullitt Central in scoring with 8.6 points per game. She is sharpshooter from beyond the arc, she connected on 48 of 126 attempts, shooting an impressive 38% from three-point range. Alexius had multiple 15-point outings throughout the season, showing her ability to carry the scoring load.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->