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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2884444' first='Toby' last='Lane'] | Santa Fe | 2026 | @TobyLane2026</strong></p>
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<p>Lane sets the tone for Santa Fe with his voice, composure, and approach. He's grown into a guard capable of scoring off the bounce while still operating as a facilitator. He does the extra work that doesn't show up on a stat sheet — timely rebounds, loose balls, defensive communication. Despite his size, he competes on the glass and consistently makes winning plays late. A reliable shooter, pass-first point guard, and culture builder who projects well at the next level.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2397083' first='Elijah' last='Ahlers'] | G | Northside Christian | @_elijahahlers</strong></p>
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<p>Ahlers plays with patience and confidence. He reads defenders, picks his spots, and scores efficiently at all three levels. With a sturdy frame for his position, he's comfortable absorbing contact, creating angles, and punishing closeouts. He thrives both on the catch and off the dribble, making him one of the steadier perimeter scoring threats in this group.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125501' first='Markel' last='Holmes'] | G | University Christian | @Markelholmes3</strong></p>
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<p>Holmes is a smooth creator with a natural feel for spacing and timing. He's comfortable using hesitations and changes of pace to get downhill while keeping defenders guessing. His perimeter shot continues to develop, and he's shown improvement in reading help defense. With added strength and refinement, he's trending toward a major jump in 2025.</p>
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<p><strong>Arcadian Davis | F | Seffner Christian | 2026 | @arcadian_davis</strong></p>
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<p>Davis is a long, explosive 6-6 forward who's beginning to tap into his potential. He alters shots with length, finishes with pop around the rim, and just moves differently than others at his position. As the skill continues to catch up with the tools, he's a strong candidate to surge as one of the better frontcourt prospects in 2A.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125474' first='Damarri' last='Young-Grant'] | G | University Christian | @Marrigobrazy</strong></p>
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<p>Young-Grant's recruitment is gaining real traction, and his game backs it up. He can get to his spots off the bounce, shoot it from the perimeter, and finish through contact with balance. His quickness and body control make him tough to stay in front of, and as his reads sharpen, he has the offensive upside to take over stretches of a game.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2532282' first='Andrew' last='Martinez'] | G | Evangelical Christian | @AndrewM2027_</strong></p>
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<p>Martinez returns to familiar coaching and enters this season with momentum. He's a competitive guard who's offseason work shows in his shooting touch and comfort scoring off the dribble. He can stretch defenses, hit rhythm threes, and attack closeouts. Expect another jump as he settles into his new role.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1633088' first='Michael' last='Otero'] | G | Holy Trinity | 2026 | @MichaelOtero_14</strong></p>
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<p>Otero continues to try and separate himself with toughness and shot-making. He's a confident three-point shooter who defends at a high effort level, applying constant pressure on the perimeter. Even at a smaller stature, he elevates at the rim and finishes with athletic pop. His leadership and energy should keep him heavily involved in Holy Trinity's success.</p>
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<p><strong>Vernon Lee Jr | G | Seffner Christian | @VernonLeeJ4</strong></p>
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<p>Lee Jr. is a versatile scoring guard who shoots it with confidence and runs the floor well in transition. He's an athletic finisher capable of playing above the rim and is developing as an on-ball defender. With clean mechanics and competitive traits, his recruitment has plenty of room to grow.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2610239' first='Drew' last='Irwin'] | G | Evangelical Christian | @Drew_I25</strong></p>
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<p>Irwin enters this season with expanded responsibility. Built strong for his position, he rebounds at a high rate for a guard and doesn't shy away from physical matchups. He can score at all three levels and gets into rhythm quickly from deep. Defensively, he's versatile enough to handle different assignments and brings competitive toughness each possession.</p>
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<p><strong>Max Simmons | CG | The First Academy | 2026 | @Maxsimm0ns</strong></p>
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<p>Simmons has been one of the more consistent perimeter shooters in the area. He's delivered multiple standout scoring performances behind the arc and is trending toward a breakout junior campaign. With continued efficiency and volume, college interest should follow.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294412' first='Miguel' last='Orbe'] | CG | Miami Country Day | @Showtimeemiguel</strong></p>
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<p>Orbe brings value with defensive communication, screen navigation, and consistent effort. His ability to turn defensive stops into scoring chances adds momentum to his team. Offensively, he shoots it well enough to space the floor and operates within the flow of the offense. A steady two-way guard who rarely takes possessions off.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2525548' first='Cory' last='McPherson'] | G | The First Academy | 2027 | @CoryMcPherson7</strong></p>
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<p>McPherson continues to make noise as a young guard producing against older competition. He scores in bunches, pressures the ball defensively, and racks up deflections with active hands. His shot-making ability and defensive instincts give him long-term upside as he matures physically and expands his game.</p>
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