EYBL Session 2 Top E15 Performers: Texas Lead Guard Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>The Nike EYBL E15 division continues to shine a spotlight on the next wave of elite talent, and Texas prospects more than held their own. Whether it was explosive guards pushing pace, versatile wings impacting both ends, or bigs dominating the paint, these young standouts proved they're ready for the national spotlight. From consistent playmakers to breakout risers, this group of E15 Texas prospects made serious noise, and their performances demand attention heading into the summer circuit.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194543"],"_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-682a675533774"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2194543' first='Dylan' last='Steffe'] was an elite-level facilitator with exceptional court vision and an advanced understanding of spacing and timing. His crisp pass delivery showed great precision, often zipping lasers through tight windows that caught both defenders and teammates off guard. Steffe displayed a high basketball IQ, routinely beating defensive rotations with his passing reads and exploiting even the smallest openings to generate quality looks for others.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2503742"],"_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-682a6755337d4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2503742' first='Madden' last='Hill'] stood out as a phenomenal athlete at the point guard spot, playing with extreme explosiveness with fluidity in a way that few could match. Hill's burst and vertical pop made him a dynamic playmaker in the open court, where he mixed in floaters, pull-up three-pointers, dump-offs, and lobs depending on the defensive reaction. Hill's unpredictability with the ball kept defenders guessing, and his tight, gliding crossovers in either direction made it nearly impossible to stay in front of him. Madden's ability to elevate and hang in the air also made finishing over length look easy for him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2503741"],"_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-682a675533824"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2503741' first='Trey' last='Wright'] had the game fully under control, dictating pace and rhythm like a seasoned floor general. He was methodical when breaking defenders down off the dribble, and his right-to-left crossover, especially when coming downhill was explosive and decisive. Once he found a seam, he attacked it with power and precision, using his burst and in-air body control to finish above or around rim protectors. A true three-level scorer, Wright rose into mid-range jumpers with elevation and balance, making tough shots look effortless. As a high-IQ playmaker, Wright's quarterback instincts were on full display, delivering on-time, on-target passes in tight windows, including off-balance or awkward angle dimes and high-level cross-court reads in drive-and-kick situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2854598"],"_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-682a675533870"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dortch brought shifty, reactive handles that consistently threw defenders off balance. Whether it was with hesitation dribbles, misdirection, or sharp changes of pace, he created space at will and baited defenders into contact to earn free throws. As a passer, he showed natural, instinctual vision, reading the floor ahead of time and delivering passes with precision and timing. His touch and understanding of where his teammates needed the ball made him a reliable play initiator.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2532089"],"_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-682a6755338bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Darren Ford was a fluid playmaker who shifted gears effortlessly in traffic, consistently operating at his own controlled pace. His low, balanced dribble posture allowed him to turn the corner on defenders consistently, either creating downhill driving angles or drawing contact to earn trips to the line. Off the ball, he was just as dangerous, popping out off pindowns to nail catch-and-shoot three-pointers with rhythm. Ford's leaning pull-up jumper from the left side was deadly, knocking down contested mid-range shots with touch and body control, a skill that clearly set him apart from his peers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->