PH Circuit TN Throwdown – 16U Top 5 Saturday Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These five stood above the rest, flashing upside, production, and the kind of competitive edge that travels. Here are the Top 5 Saturday Standouts from a loaded day in Memphis, Tennessee. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR &amp; @VortexSportsArkansas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2855437"],"_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-69c8a46554b42"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>Shot‑Making and Speed on Full Display</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2855437' first='Tristan' last='Farris'] put together one of the cleanest scoring performances of the day, dropping 32 points in a fashion. His jump shot was the separator with a smooth, high release and the confidence to rise over defenders. Whether it was off the catch or off a quick rhythm dribble, he consistently created looks and buried them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3551066"],"_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-69c8a46554bb1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>Strong Start Cut Short, but the Upside Still Pops</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ray finished with 13 points before a foot injury ended his day early, but the flashes he showed were more than enough to remind you why his upside is so intriguing. He looked really good with the ball in his hands, playing with confidence in space and attacking gaps with purpose. In the open floor, he moved freely and showed the kind of fluidity that makes you want to see more reps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2972118"],"_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-69c8a46554bfb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Poised PG Play and Confident Shot‑Making</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2972118' first='Eli' last='Edens'] continues to show real growth in his point‑guard play, handling pressure with a level of control that stood out today. When he got downhill, he played with purpose, and when defenders backed off, he made them pay. His three‑point stroke is becoming a real weapon, looking confident, repeatable, and capable of heating up quickly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2879790"],"_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-69c8a46554c39"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>Emerging Big With Tools and Impact</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2879790' first='Gavin' last='Elmore'] is showing steady growth in how he uses his size and frame. He's working on developing skilled footwork, and you can see the early flashes as he gets more comfortable finishing and creating angles inside. He had a big breakout game, scoring 30 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, showing all the intriguing upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2734126"],"_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-69c8a46554c79"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong><em>Smart &amp; Tough Guard Who Impacts Winning</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Swift plays the game the right way, showing a blend of defense, passing, and scoring that fits well into team basketball. He competes on both ends and looks to create advantages without forcing the action. Swift's steady, two‑way approach makes him the kind of guard who quietly drives winning possessions and elevates teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->