Arcadia (AZ) Controls the Arcadia Clash at TOC

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Arcadia Clash at the Nike Tournament of Champions saw Arcadia (AZ) come out locked in from the opening tip. Comfortable in their environment, the Titans set the tone early and controlled the game from the start.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arcadia built a 25–6 first-quarter lead, creating early separation. Despite the early run, there were bright spots from both teams throughout the matchup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are the standouts from the Arcadia Clash.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1986845"],"_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-695c7032759f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">From the opening stretch, Arcadia leaned on his activity, instincts, and ability to make plays in rhythm. His mid-range game stood out as a true separator—he consistently found space, rose comfortably into pull-ups, and punished defenders who gave him any cushion. He impacted the game without needing touches, cutting with purpose and staying active around the rim. On the defensive end, he read passing lanes well, created extra possessions, and competed on the glass. A complete performance built on feel, effort, and a reliable scoring presence from the middle of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2146268"],"_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-695c703275b3e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A steady perimeter presence, he gave Arcadia an immediate lift with his shooting and floor spacing. He stayed ready off the ball, knocked down catch-and-shoot looks, and forced the defense to stay attached early. When defenders closed out hard, he made them pay by attacking, drawing fouls, and converting at the line. Played with confidence throughout and consistently delivered within his role as a dependable scoring option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2767903"],"_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-695c703275bbe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Consistent downhill pressure defined his impact in this one. He attacked gaps with intent, played through contact, and finished strong when help arrived. As the defense collapsed, he showed good awareness finding open shooters and keeping the offense moving. His ability to change pace and get where he wanted off the bounce allowed him to control matchups and dictate stretches of the game.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2750203"],"_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-695c787a41497"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He was very effective inside, finishing plays around the rim with control and strength. He did a good job carving out space, playing through contact, and drawing fouls in the paint. His presence gave Arcadia a steady interior option, and he consistently converted tough finishes when opportunities presented themselves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2131789"],"_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-695c787a414e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He got it going in the second half, showing a clear shift in confidence as he began creating more for himself. He connected from beyond the arc multiple times, knocking down shots in rhythm, and mixed in strong inside presence by attacking off the dribble. Once he got downhill, he finished over the top of defenders with soft floaters and touch in the lane, putting pressure on the defense at all three levels.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->