IE Thanksgiving Classic: Miami Country Day vs Bolles Preview

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Insider Exposure Thanksgiving Classic is not only the biggest Thanksgiving high school tournament in the state, but one of the biggest in the nation. Teams from all over travel to the Sunshine State to compete, and it also gives Florida programs a chance to face each other on a neutral court—matchups that normally wouldn't happen due to travel and distance. Here, we want to spotlight arguably the best in South Florida vs the best in North Florida Miami Country Day Vs Bolles</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here you have next level talent on both sides. <strong>Miami Country Day</strong> brings upper classman and underclassmen either already committed or with offers in Kamie ellis , [player_tooltip player_id='214184' first='Jalynn' last='Belton'] , Casey OConnell, Kennedy deal, [player_tooltip player_id='221602' first='Kori' last='Edge'] <strong>Bolles</strong> has their share of next level talent as well [player_tooltip player_id='751625' first='Terrell' last='McCoy'], [player_tooltip player_id='514608' first='Evie' last='Freeman'], [player_tooltip player_id='514527' first='Arianna' last='Walker'], [player_tooltip player_id='823463' first='Presley' last='Norman']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Both Also have some young talent that is must see <strong>Bolles</strong> [player_tooltip player_id='1249017' first='Angelina' last='Laudicina'] <strong>Miami Country Day</strong> [player_tooltip player_id='248376' first='Arianna' last='Robinson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This star-studded matchup is one to watch. Who will come out on top? Here are a few predictions on who could stand out the most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>MVP:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["470461"],"_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-691fe20141c44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This versatile guard can handle pressure, get to her spots, and knock down open shots. Bolles will pressure her full court, but she welcomes that challenge. The Ohio commit and defending 2A state champion is a gamer who always shows up when it matters, and she can be a major contributor in this matchup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Game Changer:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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-691fe20141ca9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='823463' first='Presley' last='Norman'] is one of the best shooters in the state and has gained even more confidence this travel season. It doesn't take much for her to get hot, but once she is, it's hard to cool her down. If she gets it going from behind the arc, she can change the game and make a major difference in the outcome.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Spark Plug:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["221599"],"_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-691fe20141cfa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='221599' first='Caelyn' last='Carter'] the transfer has an opportunity to showcase her talent under the big lights which is why I'm sure she made the move to Bolles. Carter is a 2 way player and can impact the game by forcing turnovers but also knocking down threes in volume. She can make some big plays in crucial moments to spark her team on some needed runs in this matchup. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Defensive MVP:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514527"],"_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-691fe20141d48"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='514527' first='Arianna' last='Walker'] has the speed of a guard, the strength of a forward, and the competitive nature of a true competitor. Walker can guard positions 1–5 and will make all the hustle plays and high-IQ defensive reads. The bigger the moment, the bigger she shows up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mrs. Do It ALL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["219786"],"_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-691fe20141d99"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deal is the Swiss Army knife of Miami Country Day, whatever you need, she can do it. If you need her to score, she can do it off the catch or the dribble. If you need her to slash, she'll get to the rim and draw contact for an and-one. If you need rebounds, she'll grab both offensive and defensive boards. If you need defense, she can guard positions 1–5 and force turnovers. She can also handle the ball well enough to run your offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Matchups To Watch:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["221602"],"_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-691fe20141df9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='221602' first='Kori' last='Edge'] is a fast guard who impacts the game on both ends of the floor and is usually one of the quickest players on the court. Against Bolles, she faces a matchup just as quick. Watching these two lightning bolts go at it will be a show. Kori might have the “EDGE” in shooting—will she win this matchup?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Vs</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514608"],"_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-691fe20141e5a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='514608' first='Evie' last='Freeman'], the Tennessee Tech commit, uses her speed and agility to attack the rim and get to her mid-range pull-ups. She plays aggressive, offensive basketball that wears down her opponents. On the other end of the floor, she is even more aggressive defensively, giving her matchups little room to breathe. Her matchup against Miami Country Day will require this style of play—four quarters of grit and skill will determine the winner.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["751625"],"_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-691fe20141ead"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='751625' first='Terrell' last='McCoy'], at 6'4", is a tough matchup for most teams. She moves well and uses her size as a weapon, boxing out and gaining position for easy buckets, making her a problem all game. Her combination of physicality and agility makes it hard to keep her from getting to her spots. Her matchup has the ability to stretch the floor and pull her out of the paint. see who will come out on top.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Vs</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514584"],"_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-691fe20141ef9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='514584' first='Casey' last='O'Connell'], at 6'2", stretches the floor with her ability to hit mid-range and three-point shots, but she doesn't shy away from boxing out and playing physically in the paint. With excellent footwork, she can get to her spots and finish off either leg. Her matchup in this game will be a test of her strength as she competes against one of the best rebounders in the state to see who will come out on top.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Other Key Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bolles: [player_tooltip player_id='633532' first='Leila' last='Goll'], [player_tooltip player_id='1090912' first='Mamie' last='Burkett'], [player_tooltip player_id='514610' first='Addison' last='Soltau']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miami Country Day: Rachel Luis, [player_tooltip player_id='221605' first='Alyssa' last='Hill'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->