Missed this AAU season do to injury and looks like she is fighting to get back on the court for the high school season. No doubt she is one of the better athletes in the 2027 class. She already holds multiple division one offers and this Summer has recently picked up an offer from Wake Forest university. A premier two-way player that can change the game on offense and defense.

Payton Walters Payton Walters 5'8" | PG Osbourn Park | 2027 State VA was part of a loaded backcourt for Osbourn Park. Payton was in foul trouble in the final, but I was impressed with how she finished the game. Payton is strong and has good balance as a driver. She is a terrific shooter and a great defender. Payton can play either guard position, but I think she shined as a lead guard. 

Very good first step which allows her to attack the basket at a high level. Good frame at the point position she can absorb contact and finish strong at the basket. Payton is the type of guard that can space the floor out and she can go to work! Great in transition opportunities with or without the ball she gets in good position to a bucket! She did a good job on closing the game to help her high school win its 1st state title last week!

Payton Walters Payton Walters 5'8" | PG Osbourn Park | 2027 State VA can be the hub of an offense, and I think people forget that she can be the centerpiece of an offense because of the abundance of talent Osbourn Park has. Payton had a couple of solid games for Osbourn Park in their state title run, but if you watch her this spring/summer, you’ll see exactly why she is one of the best guards in the state. Payton defends at a high level, and she plays both guard positions well. She can shoot, and she is a tough cover when she’s going downhill. She was great last summer, and she will be stellar this AAU season.

Payton Walters Payton Walters 5'8" | PG Osbourn Park | 2027 State VA was really solid for Osbourn Park as well. Payton is a knockdown shooter who can defend. She handles the ball a lot, and on a team that has a lot of elite guards, she may be the most natural lead guard. She had 9 first-half points. 

Payton Walters Payton Walters 5'8" | PG Osbourn Park | 2027 State VA had a fantastic freshmen season for Osbourn Park, and she followed that up with an outstanding summer. Payton plays either guard position and is an elite two-way player. She scores the ball at a high level and has a great understanding of the game. There is a lot of backcourt talent on this OP squad, and Payton may be the best of the bunch. 

Payton Walters Payton Walters 5'8" | PG Osbourn Park | 2027 State VA was outstanding in every facet of the game today. Her activity on defense was terrific, and she deflected a handful of balls. Payton is an elite athlete, and coupling that with her instincts helps make her an elite defender. Payton found teammates and knocked down a handful of jump shots. Payton had some dazzling moves and showed it all today. She was one of the stars of the day, and she is part of what will be a state title-challenging Osborn Park team.

Had a breakout AAU season this summer putting her game on display for college coaches. A
versatile guard who can play the 1 or the 2, does a little bit of everything for her team. She is an efficient offensive player, making effective movements and taking advantage of scoring opportunities. An elite defensive player Payton was named defensive player of the year for the 3SSB 16U circuit.

If you watched Osbourn Park last year, their athleticism and youth stand out. They have a lot of players that can handle the ball and use their athleticism on both ends. Payton Walters Payton Walters 5'8" | PG Osbourn Park | 2027 State VA is one example of this. She is a 3-level scorer and has fantastic size for a guard. Payton has a quick first step and is a skilled finisher. When she gets by you, she plays through physicality very well. When OP forces turnovers, they have a lot of players who do an outstanding job in transition, and Payton is one of the best at that.