2027 Rankings: The Depth Runs Deep into the 40s

The prospects in the 40s tells you everything about how strong this 2027 class really is. There are players in this stretch capable of leading a team to a state title — leaders, creators, and competitors who bring toughnesevery night. This isn't the part of the ranking where talent fades - it's where experience, poise, and leadership are prevalent. These players understand pace and pressure and they produce. These prospects can carry a team when the pressure is high and the lights are at their brightest.    [player_tooltip player_id='755322' first='Acelia' last='Beals'] is a smooth operator with a smooth left handed jumper that connects from anywhere on the floor. Beals is a confident shooter who can score in a set offense or in transition. In either instance she is letting that three ball fly. Her shooting is just just part of her game that is impressive. Her ball handling and understanding of angles speaks to her high ball IQ, and she plays with great anticipation as well. Beals is an elite guard who can impact the game in so many ways, and she will continue to climb the rankings as a result.     [player_tooltip player_id='934760' first='Lillian' last='Sanchez'] is one of the most exciting guards to watch in the 2027 class, and she has one trait that most players on this level don't have- flair. Sanchez is fast and athletic - and plays with high energy. She has the ability to score off the catch but knows how to create separation and get her shot off against anyone. Sanchez has a lot of “sauce” to her game. She can take it to the rim, maneuvering through traffic, and finish with creativity and substance wrapped in one shot. Defensively she has good speed and can prevent guards from getting to the paint. Sanchez is an all around playmaking guard on both ends of the floor.     [player_tooltip player_id='248380' first='Aaliyah' last='Figueroa'] has eliteness written all over her game and she was one of the top storylines at the most recent Expo Event. Her all around game was impressive- the ability to handle the ball from coast to coast, the midrange shots, the strong finishishes, the polish, and the poise she played with. Figueroa stood out offense, defense, and transition, and was clearly one of the top 5 players in the building. She is on an upward trajectory that could land her in the top 10 of the rankings in the near future.     [player_tooltip player_id='515051' first='Ekklesia' last='Anderson'] is one of the most exciting guards in the 2027 rankings class. She brings flair and firepower to every game — capable of making multiple “wow” plays that shift momentum. Her game is driven by speed, quickness, and athleticism. allowing her to attack downhill and finish through traffic. She also does a good job of using her speed to create space and keep the defender off balance. Anderson is also a very good defender who pressures the ball hard and makes life difficult for opposing guards. Her combination of speed, athleticism, and burst makes her one of the most exciting guards in the 2027 class.     [player_tooltip player_id='742503' first='Alanna' last='Fabrini'] is one of the top three point shooters in the 2027 class and she has the ability to shoot off the catch or create her own shot. With Fabrini, it looks like it's money as soon as it leaves her hand. She plays on a team with a lot of playmakers. It's not a stretch that Fabrini could lead her district and beyond in three pointers - she is just that potent.     [player_tooltip player_id='741323' first='Nylah' last='Brooks'] has been that steady guard who makes the point guard position look easy. She plays a selfless game and pushes the pace and plays with poise beyond her years. She does a great job of getting the ball to some of the top prospects in the State. Her pinpoint passes are exciting, and her ability to impact the game with a steal and dish or steal and layup is what makes her a special player. Brooks's steady play will keep her in the conversation for one of the most impactful point guards in the 2027 class. She and her teammates should be sitting in Jacksonville on the very last day of the State Championship playoffs. If there is one team that carries that lofty expectation- it is Booker T. Washington.     Navaeh Lee has been the most exciting player in the gym the few times I saw her playing live. Her acceleration and ability to go coast to coast and finish is unrivaled. If that's not impressive then after seeing her live you will be. The guard can come off the screen and knock down a three or stop and pop on a dime to shoot the midrange. Lee was one of the top 2027 guards I saw over the summer. She was instant offense and instant excitement, and one of the top guards in the 2027 class. Defensively, she causes havoc and creates turnovers that turn into layups. Lee is dynamic and impacts the game in every way.

The prospects in the 40s tells you everything about how strong this 2027 class really is. There are players in this stretch capable of leading a team to a state title — leaders, creators, and competitors who bring toughnesevery night. This isn't the part of the ranking where talent fades - it's where experience, poise, and leadership are prevalent. These players understand pace and pressure and they produce. These prospects can carry a team when the pressure is high and the lights are at their brightest.