UA Rise/Grinds Circuits: Top Georgia Point Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Under Armour held its spring “Live” period event in Ohio over the weekend, featuring competition across the Under Armour Association, UA Rise, and UA Grind circuits. Here is a look at some of the top lead guards from Georgia based teams on the UA Rise and UA Grind Circuits</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2409107"],"_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","fullHeight":false,"anchor":"acf-block-6a0f77b6aa5b4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Foster is a fast, athletic, hard playing combo guard who consistently puts pressure on defenses with his aggressive attacking style. He is difficult to keep out of the paint, using his strength, quickness, and toughness to finish plays and create scoring opportunities. His perimeter shooting continues to improve, adding another dimension to his offensive game and making him a more complete scoring threat. Defensively, Foster takes pride in guarding the ball, bringing energy and physicality as an on-ball defender. We watched him score 14 points in a win over HC United on Saturday, where he once again showcased his athleticism, competitiveness, and ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3288616"],"_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-6a0f77b6aa677"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown provided valuable scoring punch off the bench for the Atlanta All Stars, reaching double figures in both of our evaluations in Ohio. A capable scorer with a confident offensive mindset, he excels at creating his own offense off the bounce and consistently finds ways to generate quality scoring opportunities. Brown showed the ability to make difficult, contested midrange jumpers off the dribble and has the athleticism to attack defenders and finish plays in space. His combination of shot making ability, athleticism, and ball skills make him an effective offensive weapon and a prospect worth monitoring moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2617781"],"_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-6a0f77b6aa70d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Labyak averaged more than 12 points per game for the Timberwolves in Ohio while showcasing his value as a well-rounded offensive guard. Capable of both scoring and facilitating, he consistently makes the right reads and impacts the game with his high basketball IQ. Labyak is a reliable perimeter shot maker with range, possesses good strength for the position, and is comfortable creating offense off the dribble. He also excels as a secondary ball handler, helping initiate offense, create opportunities for teammates, and keep defenses honest with his ability to score when needed. His combination of skill, decision making, and versatility makes him a backcourt 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":["2102283"],"_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-6a0f77b6aa796"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cannon scored 12 points in a 20 point win over the Playmakers while once again showcasing the skill set that makes him one of the more intriguing lead guards in attendance. A skilled floor general with above average quickness, he changes speeds effectively to keep defenders off balance and consistently creates advantages off the dribble. Cannon is an aggressive offensive player who can score for himself or create opportunities for teammates with his passing ability and court vision. He is a reliable perimeter shooter with range beyond the arc, can create his own shot in a variety of ways, and is a creative finisher in the paint who excels at navigating traffic around the basket. His blend of skill, pace, shot making, and playmaking makes him a very effective lead guard prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2434203"],"_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-6a0f77b6aa827"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The junior point guard averaged 12 points per game across three evaluations in Ohio, consistently demonstrating why he is regarded as one of the state's top floor generals in the 2028 class. A smart, tough, and highly skilled lead guard, he impacts the game as both a scorer and facilitator, making sound decisions while keeping teammates involved. He possesses good strength, above average foot speed, and a strong command of the basketball, allowing him to create offense, break down defenders, and control the tempo of the game. His combination of skill, toughness, basketball IQ, and leadership makes him one of the premier point guard prospects in his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->