Next Wave: 2027 Prospects with National-Level Upside

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294511' first='Aaron' last='Britt Jr.'] | The Villages | @aaronbrittjr3</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Britt blends strength and burst to give The Villages a true backcourt weapon. The 6-1 guard attacks downhill with purpose, finishing through contact and creating his own looks. He's not just a scorer — Britt's vision in traffic and willingness to feed open teammates make him a balanced threat who's starting to catch high-major eyes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294524' first='Clarence' last='Westbrook'] | G | @CjWestbrook10</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Westbrook plays a patient, calculated game for his age. He uses short, explosive bursts to get into the lane and can finish with either hand against size. His ability to absorb contact, score in tight spaces, and maintain composure is turning him into one of the more dependable young slashers in Florida.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2194964' first='Nolan' last='Nelson'] | F | Providence | @NolanNelson2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6-8, 230 pounds m, Nelson brings a football player's toughness into the paint. He's a relentless rebounder who thrives on physical play and is fearless attacking the rim. As his footwork sharpens and his perimeter game develops, his ceiling is expanding well beyond just being an interior bruiser.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2396984' first='Jomar' last='Bernard'] | F | The Villages | @Jomar_Bernard9</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bernard's game is built on efficiency. He moves without the ball, finds scoring pockets, and rarely forces a look. With improved shooting mechanics and added muscle, he's evolving into a dependable two-way wing who can slot into any system and make winning plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2122957' first='Zain' last='Majeed'] | F | IMG | @zainmajeed</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Majeed checks the size-skill-IQ boxes that recruiters look for early. At 6-8, he can handle, shoot, and mix it up inside. He's a polished offensive option who also uses his length to disrupt defensively. His versatility has made him one of the more intriguing forwards to track in the Southeast.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294415' first='Madden' last='Geiger'] | F | Calvary Christian | @madden_geiger</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Already on the radar of Power 5 programs, Geiger brings a modern forward skill set to the floor. At 6-8, he can hit threes, score inside, and guard multiple positions. His combination of mobility, size, and feel makes him one of the most complete 2027 prospects in Florida.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2397027' first='Carson' last='Crawford'] | G/F | Fleming Island | @crsncrwd12</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Crawford thrives in attack mode. He's an explosive finisher who uses his length to guard multiple spots and score in transition. His high motor fuels his game — whether running the floor for easy buckets or battling on the glass, he finds ways to impact every possession.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->