Noble Classic Team Preview – Lone Star

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lone Star High School is set for an exciting 2024-25 basketball season with a roster full of young and talented players. Under the guidance of a strong coaching staff, Lone Star is building momentum as a team to watch, with a focus on developing their young core and competing at a high level in district play. The team features a mix of experienced upperclassmen and emerging underclassmen who provide depth, versatility, and the ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2557282"],"_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-671a5277446bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another talented guard, [player_tooltip player_id='2557630' first='6'0' last='']" junior [player_tooltip player_id='2557282' first='Josh' last='Weems'] is poised for a breakout season. Weems' combination of athleticism and ball-handling skills allows him to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. His ability to penetrate the defense and finish at the rim adds a dynamic element to the Rangers' offense​.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><a href="https://www.lonestarbasketballnation.com/?lightbox=dataItem-jtfyq6ls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2252463"],"_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-671a527744769"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Standing at [player_tooltip player_id='2556233' first='6'2' last='']", [player_tooltip player_id='2252463' first='Quincy' last='Baker'] enters his sophomore year with a reputation as one of Lone Star's most exciting prospects. As a guard/forward hybrid, Baker's versatility shines on both ends of the floor. His length allows him to be a disruptive defender, while his offensive game features a reliable shot from mid-range and beyond the arc. Baker's ability to finish in transition will be crucial for the Rangers as they look to push the pace.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2558125"],"_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-671a5277447df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At [player_tooltip player_id='2557749' first='[player_tooltip player_id='2557300' first='5'10' last='']' last='']", senior guard, [player_tooltip player_id='2558125' first='Alec' last='Jackson'] is expected to bring leadership and perimeter shooting to the Rangers this season. His quickness and basketball IQ make him an excellent facilitator in the half-court offense, and his ability to knock down timely shots will keep defenses honest. Jackson's role as a floor general will be critical in Lone Star's success​.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2556764"],"_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-671a55472ba17"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At 6'1", senior [player_tooltip player_id='2556764' first='Lawrence' last='Ambe'] is a versatile guard who excels at both ends of the court. Ambe is known for his defensive intensity and ability to guard multiple positions, making him a key piece of Lone Star's defensive strategy. Offensively, his slashing ability and mid-range jumper will be relied on in key moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2233758"],"_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-671a55472ba6b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A 5'11" senior, [player_tooltip player_id='2557742' first='Thomas' last='Smith'] is known for his defensive capabilities. Smith often takes on the toughest assignments on the perimeter, and his high motor allows him to contest shots and create turnovers. On offense, his role as a steady ball-handler and shooter will be vital to Lone Star's half-court sets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With a strong senior class leading the charge and underclassmen like [player_tooltip player_id='2252463' first='Quincy' last='Baker'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2557282' first='Josh' last='Weems'] emerging as key contributors, the Lone Star Rangers are positioned for a promising season. Their ability to maintain defensive intensity, combined with the growth of their offensive cohesion, will make them a formidable contender in district play and set them up for a successful postseason run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->