The Expo: Dynamic 2027 Playmakers Establishing Themselves

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Expo in Colorado provided a glimpse of who could make a huge impact in the upcoming high school season. I was impressed with the grit and toughness on defense, as well as the unselfishness on offense throughout the event from every hooper. Some elite 2027s distinguished themselves from the competition. Let's talk about it. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2139161"],"_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-68c85df923626"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2139161' first='Cameron' last='Waithe-Cunningham'] takes matters into his own hands with the ball, creating space from defenders and attacking the rim at will. Elevating to finish, Waithe-Cunningham utilizes his 6'6 frame to get creative scoring the rock. With a smooth tempo and a confident jumpshot, Waithe-Cunningham is any defense's worst nightmare to guard. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2390977"],"_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-68c85df9236cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2390977' first='Zach' last='Hoskins'] was a force to be reckoned with at the Expo. At 6'8, Hoskins has the ball-handling skills of a guard while dunking everything down on the blocks. The versatility Hoskins brings to the court makes him a difference maker in any contest. Hoskins' footwork is one of the most impressive aspects of his game, pivoting through defenders and consistently converting on tough looks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2394552"],"_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-68c85df92374e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2394552' first='Grant' last='Stevens'] is a score-first shooting guard who makes defenses pay for leaving him room to operate. Ranked as the #10 shooting guard in his class, Stevens is confident and always shot ready off the catch. Defensively, Stevens communicates with his teammates and switches screens effectively. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2138441"],"_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-68c85df9237cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2138441' first='Mateo' last='Valencia'] is a true facilitating combo guard who's patient with the ball and finds open guys easily. Valencia excels at driving downhill and capitalizing on difficult finishes at the rim. Embarrassing defenders and knocking down three balls is what makes Valencia the offensive superstar he is. At the Expo, Valencia was able to make plays and thrive on both offense and defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2057084"],"_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-68c85df92384a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2057084' first='Gennaro' last='Dorsey'] is one of the shiftiest guards in the state of Colorado, and for good reason. Changing pace with the ball and slithering through defenders allows Dorsey to put on scoring clinics. At 6'4, Dorsey can elevate to crash for rebounds and shoot over his matchup when he has the open look. Dorsey also thrives off the dribble, hitting heavily contested shots with ease. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->