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PHTop250Expo FL: Notable Guard Standouts

PHTop250Expo FL: Notable Guard Standouts
Andrew Johnson
Andrew Johnson September 25, 2023 @ 10:36 AM
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Giordan Easley
Giordan Easley 6'1" | PG | 2025
FL
Manuel Castro
Manuel Castro 6'3" | SG | 2025
FL
Tristen Payton
Tristen Payton 6'1" | PG | 2026
FL
Felix Buroz
Felix Buroz 6'0" | PG | 2026
FL
Deiontaye Grant
Deiontaye Grant 6'5" | CG | 2024
FL
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Prep Hoops hosted yet another premier high school basketball event featuring rising talent from the 2024-2026 classes. Saturday's Top250Expo Event provided student-athletes the opportunity to showcase their skills and compete against top talent in front of PH Scouts. Let's get into some of our Top Guard Prospect Standouts from throughout the event this weekend in Longwood, FL.

Deiontaye Grant

Deiontaye Grant

HEIGHT 6'5"
POS CG
CLASS 2024
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PHTop250Expo FL: Notable Guard Standouts
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HEIGHT 6'0"
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