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<p>South Florida continues to produce strong guard play, and the 2027 class is no different. While some prospects already have buzz, several guards are steadily building recognition through production, development, and winning impact — proving they deserve more attention on recruiting radars.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294525' first='Kellson' last='Sandi'] | G | St. Thomas Aquinas | @KellsonSandi</strong></p>
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<p>Sandi brings instant energy whenever he steps on the floor. The quick-twitch guard stretches defenses with confident perimeter shooting and shows strong feel in transition, where his vision creates easy scoring opportunities. His ability to knock down shots off movement while staying active defensively makes him a valuable two-way backcourt piece who impacts pace and spacing.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2397040' first='Dwight' last='Gaines'] | G | Westminster Academy | @DjGaines0</strong></p>
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<p>Gaines plays with intention and leadership beyond his years. His passing instincts stand out most in the open floor, consistently creating high-percentage looks for teammates, while his quick first step allows him to collapse defenses. With his move to Westminster Academy, Gaines is positioned for a potential breakout season as a primary facilitator and tone-setter.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294526' first='Damari' last='Foster'] | G | Stranahan | @Damari_Foster1</strong></p>
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<p>Foster built his reputation during Stranahan's championship run, showing poise in big moments and a willingness to take pressure shots. He scores comfortably at all three levels and continues expanding his playmaking responsibilities within the offense. As his role grows, Foster's combination of confidence and shot creation should continue elevating his stock.</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's value shows up on both ends of the floor. A disciplined defender who communicates well and competes through screens, he consistently turns defensive stops into transition offense. Pair that with reliable perimeter shooting, and Orbe has developed into a dependable combo guard capable of impacting winning without needing high usage.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294548' first='Orlando' last='Roche'] | G | Belen Jesuit | @roche_orlando</strong></p>
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<p>Roche is trending upward thanks to steady development and physical play. He finishes through contact, competes defensively across multiple positions, and brings consistent effort every possession. As his offensive confidence continues to grow, Roche is becoming a guard coaches trust in high-intensity moments.</p>
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<p><strong>Jake Reinhart | G | Elite Academy | @jakerein15</strong></p>
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<p>The 6-3 combo guard brings size and scoring production to the backcourt, averaging 15.0 points per game while establishing himself as an elite perimeter shooter. Reinhart thrives as a high-volume catch-and-shoot threat with polished footwork and clean mechanics. His two-way ability and growing list of college offers suggest continued recruiting momentum ahead.</p>
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South Florida continues to produce strong guard play, and the 2027 class is no different. While some prospects already have buzz, several guards are steadily building recognition through production, development, and winning impact — proving they deserve more attention on recruiting radars.
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