2027 Guards Catching Eyes and Elevating Stock

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we head into the second live period of the travel ball season, players are starting to build confidence and establish their identity within their teams. With the lights on and eyes of the crowd and coaches watching, here are a few Class of 2027 guards to keep an eye on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["721469"],"_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-6822d05be48f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='721469' first='Iniya' last='Reddicks'] has consistently showcased her shifty ball handling and ability to create her own shot off the dribble, making her a reliable presence on the floor. Her length makes her a constant threat when attacking the rim, and her ability to elevate off the dribble keeps defenders honest and on their heels, unable to predict her next move.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["823463"],"_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-6822d05be4976"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">(cover photo) [player_tooltip player_id='823463' first='Presley' last='Norman'] has always been able to shoot the lights out, but now she's doing it with confidence. She needs very little space to get her shot off—whether off the dribble or the catch—to the point where defenders are being advised not to help off her when guarding the drive. She's also gained the confidence and skill to handle the ball and advance it up the floor, even under tight pressure.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["823892"],"_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-6822d05be49c0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='823892' first='Jadyn' last='Watts'] has always been skilled on the floor, but now she's developed a sense of urgency in her game that allows her to get her shot off more quickly—needing less time and space to shoot. This growth has boosted her confidence and sharpened her ability to make quicker reads on both ends of the floor. Defensively, she's always in a ready stance off the ball and uses her length effectively to force turnovers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["874206"],"_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-6822d05be4a03"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='874206' first='Bianca' last='Hall'] is starting to play like the game has slowed down for her. She's playing with great pace, getting to her spots, and creating quality shot opportunities. She also does a great job of getting her matchups into foul trouble by attacking off the drive and using a scoop layup to keep the ball away from defenders. Finding more ways to score beyond just shooting is a clear sign of growth in her game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934760"],"_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-6822d05be4a44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='934760' first='Lillian' last='Sanchez'] plays hard from start to finish and elevates her game when the pressure rises. As a scoring point guard, she knows how to make the right plays—whether it's delivering the perfect pass or picking the right moment to score. She excels at reading the defense and taking what it gives her, while still having the skill to take over the game and exploit her matchups when needed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["439457"],"_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-6823fc836b9e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='439457' first='Nevaeh' last='Lee'] has one of the quickest first steps I've seen and can stop on a dime just as fast, making it extremely difficult for her matchups to stay in front of her—especially in transition. She forces defenses into tough decisions as she pushes the ball up the floor with speed and finds her open teammates for easy buckets. It's always exciting to watch her play, as she consistently makes plays you have to see to believe.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->