Bartow Shootout: Hidden Gems Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ja'Kai Hardy | 2028 | G | Evans</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Started cooking late—hit a couple threes, got downhill, and gave his squad a late spark. Confident shot creator who can shift momentum in a hurry.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2800185' first='MJ' last='McCalla'] | 2026 | F | Victory Christian</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Big body forward who controls the paint, runs the floor well, and alters shots inside. He brings toughness and effort to every possession.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1633096' first='Mikael' last='Santa'] | 2026 | F | Port Charlotte | @santamikael2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Physical forward with football toughness. Took a charge, owned the paint, and plays with grit—an enforcer who helps set the tone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2217917' first='Kadir' last='Rackley'] | 2026 | G | Evans</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tough as nails. Undersized guard with speed, grit, and heart—always in attack mode and never afraid of the moment.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2868784' first='Sohan' last='Alla'] | 2026 | CG | Tampa Catholic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Solid combo guard with a good motor and solid frame. Makes smart reads, stays in control, and brings dependable energy to the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Justin Beckwith | 2026 | G | Port Charlotte | @j.beckwith2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shifty guard who pushes the pace and finishes through contact. Fast and fearless, with a competitive edge that stands out in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2896356' first='Johnny' last='Lazaridis'] | 2027 | G | Newsome | @JohnnyLaz09</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Long, confident guard with good handles and a smooth jumper. He was their most complete player and flashed nice upside as a creator.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Max Urbanek | 2027 | F | Newsome | @urbanekmax27</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Slim forward with tools to play inside or on the wing. If the motor stays consistent, his size and skill combo could take off.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aiden Curry | 2026 | G | Auburndale</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Strong-framed guard who can control the tempo and settle things down. Has the tools—just needs to show it more consistently.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jaden Lindsay | 2026 | G | Auburndale</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quick guard who handles the rock and can get buckets. Scored it well, played both ends, and looked confident getting to the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Dewayne Dixon | 2026 | F | Evans</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Legit 6-9 big who finishes through contact and protects the paint. Needs to crank up the aggression but checks a lot of physical boxes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Abimael Bellus | 2027 | G | Evans</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>High motor guard who runs the floor and never stops moving. Long, athletic, and plays with purpose—fun to watch in open space.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1660064' first='Kenneth' last='Morgan'] | 2026 | F | Tampa Catholic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>True big man with a massive frame and interior presence. A space-eater who alters shots and wears down opponents in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->