PHI Spring Exposure: 2027 Future Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Diving further into the class of 2027 attendees at Prep Hoops Illinois's Spring Exposure Session in Aurora last weekend, we spotlight more future prospects who stood out and are poised for continued development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2387472"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Newell demonstrated good footwork with pivot foot usage and effective step-through moves during one-on-one drills. Showcased the ability to create separation using a quick step-back. Once the event started live 5v5, he executed tough drives through the middle of the lane, and showed he was capable of battling contact when attacking.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["2389794"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_player_featured_image":2395825,"_player_evaluations_1_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"Demonstrated the skill to use a bank shot when encountering defenders stopping his path to the rim. Exhibited court vision by making smart passes to open perimeter shooters during 5-on-5 play. Despite facing challenges with his jump shot during the event, he contributed significantly through effective ball distribution. Phillips showed poise with the challenge of having an off-shooting day.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["2125651"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"In the one-on-one session, Randa found a sweet spot near the free-throw line, demonstrating a smooth pull-up jumper. Additionally, he displayed both confidence and capability in driving to the basket and finishing with his left hand. Transitioning to 3-on-3 play, Randa showed more offensive skills and creativity by driving aggressively and delivering nice dish passes.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["2389789"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"Arizala demonstrated an ability to read his defenders' position and make decisive cuts behind them. Once the 5v5 games began, he showcased offensive movement, finding open spaces in the defense. Notably, he executed a strong drive from the corner, ending with a well-executed banked floater. 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His aggressive cutting was impressive, especially providing a passing option for ball-handlers when they faced defensive pressure. His hustle and competitiveness were evident throughout the entire event.","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_5_player":["2320324"],"_player_evaluations_5_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_5_player_featured_image":2395890,"_player_evaluations_5_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"The point guard from Glenbard North showed a smooth form when shooting off the catch during the 5-on-5 setting, and capable of hitting three-pointers. 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