1st Annual 3×3 Battle for OC: 2027 Guards Flying Under-the-Radar

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ocean View High School was the place to be for the 1st Annual 3x3 women's youth basketball tourney. It was also the official debut of Angela White's star-studded Olympic-style 3x3 team (Hearts Pure Elite). Event attendees represented notable programs throughout SoCal. This includes the likes of the [program_tooltip program_id='713886' first='Cal' last='Stars'], [program_tooltip program_id='1190856' first='Statham' last='Academy Elite'], San Clemente Storm, [program_tooltip program_id='715880' first='Why' last='Not Premier'], and Hoop Show, among others. The ladies featured in this article are skilled, crafty, and versatile. Their ability to score and defend was on full display vs. quality competition in Huntington Beach.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1262465"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1921176,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6a9e18a14fcca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Tatyana</strong> can score the ball at will. Big, versatile combo guard with an ideal frame and a polished skillset. Averaged nearly 24 per game as a junior for Leuzinger last year. Hard to stop going downhill. Understands how to initiate contact and get to the line. Shows good wiggle with the ball in her hands. Aside from scoring, <strong>Tatyana</strong> is a willing passer with upside on the defensive end. She has the size, stature, and grit to guard prolific offensive players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1254790"],"_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-6a9e4faf26f4b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Regan</strong> is a proven winner who is very fun to watch. She has one of the shiftiest handles in the state. <strong>Regan</strong> can get into the paint at will. She can light it up from long-range. She plays with an edge on the defensive end. Her all-around game is intriguing. <strong>Regan</strong> is nearly impossible to stay in front of because of her handle, quickness, and shooting ability. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1920948"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1921177,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6a9e18a14fc7e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Very few attendees have the upside of <strong>Skylar</strong> <strong>Newsome</strong>. Explosive finisher around the rim. Guards multiple positions. Plays with a motor. The 2-way standout has good positional length and excellent speed. Graceful, athletic wing who is fundamentally-sound. <strong>Skylar</strong> generates several deflections throughout the course of a game when she is engaged. Her feel for the game stands out. She was a mismatch and an X-factor throughout the tourney. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773718"],"_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-6a9e4faf26fae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Kiley</strong> scores the ball on all 3 levels. She can score on and off-the-ball. The Cal commit continues to sharpen her game. She has length, skill, and a natural feel for the game. Plays with poise... always under control. Good decision-maker with the ball in her hands. Good shot selection. Makes plays for herself and others. Expect a huge senior season!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1920949"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1921178,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6a9e18a14fc1a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dual sport standout (flag football) who was consistent and reliable for Serra as a junior last year. <strong>Deja</strong> can do a little bit of everything. She is a nightmare for opposing guards. Gritty, high-motor on-ball defender who can also score the ball in a variety of ways. <strong>Deja</strong> is hard to stop with a head of steam. Quick 1st step. Finishes strong around the rim at a variety of angles. Her confident, fearless playstyle is a gamechanger on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1898676"],"_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-6a9e4faf26ecb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Kaidyn</strong> was a 2nd team Freeway league selection as a junior for Troy last year. She began her high school career at Mater Dei. <strong>Kaidyn</strong> can catch fire on the perimeter. Shoots the ball with RANGE. Her quick release is hard to contain in a 3x3 setting. When evaluating her game, the intangibles stand out. <strong>Kaidyn</strong> is more than willing to dive on the floor for the loose ball. Troy High School will be a favorite once again in the Freeway League this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["901298"],"_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-6a9e18a14fd0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Zulymar</strong> is fun to watch! She made big shots in pivotal moments throughout the day. The viral sensation performs well under the bright lights. She is crafty and clever getting her shot off against bigger opponents. <strong>Zulymar</strong> understands when to score and when to pass. Her competitive spirit rubs off on her teammates. The handle, IQ, toughness, shot-making, and slashing ability make her a natural fit in the 3x3 scene. Expect Hearts Pure Elite to make plenty of noise this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->