Program Look: Pure Basketball
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1633088' first='Michael' last='Otero'] | G | 2026 | Holy Trinity | @MichaelOtero_14</strong></p>
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<p>Otero continues to stand out as a tough, physical guard who can shoot the lights out. His three-point accuracy and defensive effort make him a steady two-way presence. Despite being undersized, he plays above his height — showing off impressive bounce and confidence finishing at the rim. Otero's energy, athleticism, and leadership make him a key piece for Holy Trinity heading into the season.</p>
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<p><strong>Alexander Noziere | G | 2026 | Lake Howell | @AlexanderNozie1</strong></p>
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<p>Noziere's athleticism and explosiveness are hard to ignore. He thrives in transition, attacking the rim with force and putting defenders in tough spots. His ability to flip from defense to offense instantly creates momentum plays, and his end-to-end speed makes him a dangerous weapon in an up-tempo system.</p>
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<p><strong>Yariel Jiménez | G | 2026 | JCP | @Richyjimenez</strong></p>
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<p>Jiménez is a skilled Puerto Rican guard with a natural feel for the game. His composure, scoring touch, and IQ allow him to consistently produce in any setting. He's shown steady progression with his handle and shot selection, and his continued work ethic points to more growth on the horizon.</p>
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<p><strong>Post-Grad Spotlight</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Knowah Cousins | W | Post Grad | @knowah2__</strong></p>
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<p>Cousins is a 6'5 athletic wing who moves like a guard and plays above the rim. He can score in multiple ways — attacking downhill, finishing alley-oops, or using a smooth mid-range jumper. His length and mobility allow him to defend multiple spots, and his recent JUCO jamboree performance showed he's trending toward next-level readiness.</p>
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<p><strong>2028 Watch</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Xavier Evans | W | 2028 | Spruce Creek</strong></p>
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<p>Evans brings power and polish to the paint. The 6-6 forward uses his frame to finish strong around the rim while showing flashes of ball-handling and offensive creativity. He's tough to contain inside and has the skill to stretch defenses when needed. Expect him to make a major impact this season as he continues to develop.</p>
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Michael Otero
Michael
Otero
5'10" | PG
Rockledge | 2026
FL
| G | 2026 | Holy Trinity | @MichaelOtero_14
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