UA Rise Circuit: Top Florida 2027 Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Under Armour held its spring “Live” period event in Ohio last weekend, featuring competition across the Under Armour Association, UA Rise, and UA Grind circuits. Here is a look at Flordia's top prospects from a weekend of evaluations in the UA Rise.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3578362"],"_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-6a136331ce2f5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The high scoring guard erupted for 25 points in [program_tooltip program_id='2076150' first='TNBA' last='South']'s win over Team Tradition on Saturday, showcasing his ability to carry the offensive load. Mason is a quick, skilled combo guard with a strong handle and the ability to create offense both for himself and others. He is a reliable shot maker from the perimeter, possesses a good feel for the game, and consistently makes smart decisions with the basketball. Mason is especially effective attacking the rim, where his aggressiveness and quickness allow him to put constant pressure on opposing defenses. Planning a post-grad year to be recruited as a member of the 2027 class, he continues to prove he has the scoring ability and skill set to attract college interest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3557193"],"_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-6a136331ce38c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The big man from Southwest Florida continues to ooze upside and was one of the more intriguing long term prospects we evaluated in Ohio. Thurman posted games of 19 and 13 points, showcasing a rare blend of size, length, athleticism, and developing skill. A left handed frontcourt prospect with high level physical tools, he is comfortable putting the ball on the floor from the perimeter, can handle and pass effectively for his size, and creates matchup problems with his versatility. Thurman rebounds well above the rim, runs the floor with ease, and uses his length and athleticism to alter shots and impact the game defensively. As his skill set and strength continue to develop, he possesses the upside to emerge as a high level frontcourt prospect in the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2125500"],"_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-6a136331ce3f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thurman's teammate with SWFL Hoops, Nestor, was outstanding in Saturday's win over Team New England, exploding for 27 points while displaying one of the most complete offensive performances we saw all weekend. The junior scored at all three levels, knocking down five three-pointers, consistently converting midrange pull-up jumpers, and finishing creatively around the basket through traffic and over length. Nestor is exceptional with the basketball in his hands, combining above-average quickness with advanced shot creation and a high basketball IQ. He consistently kept defenders off balance, made smart reads, and showed the ability to generate quality offense in a variety of ways. His blend of skill, scoring instincts, and feel for the game makes him one of the more dynamic backcourt prospects in the area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Mason VunCannon","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77248","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Trenton","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Florida Blaze","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a136331ce4c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A prospect who will make an appearance in our updated rankings later this week, VunCannon turned in an outstanding performance with 23 points in a narrow loss on Saturday. The 6-foot-5 wing possesses a high basketball IQ and consistently impacts the game with his feel, skill, and efficiency. He moves exceptionally well without the ball, creating scoring opportunities through intelligent cuts and spacing, while also proving to be a reliable shot maker with range beyond the arc. VunCannon attacks closeouts effectively, understands how to use screens to create separation, and plays with the poise of a much older player. A high-academic prospect with size, skill, and versatility, he is a player college coaches will be eager to evaluate throughout the summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3557176"],"_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-6a136331ce53e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We watched Session record three double digit scoring performances in Ohio over the weekend, further cementing himself as one of the more intriguing athletic wings in attendance. A high level athlete with good strength, he is at his best attacking downhill and putting pressure on defenses with his ability to get to the rim and finish through contact or above it. Session is also a productive rebounder who uses his physical tools and motor to impact the game beyond scoring. His perimeter shooting continues to improve, adding another dimension to his offensive game, and he has the athleticism, length, and competitiveness to develop into a highly effective defender at the next level. T</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->