SWFL Under the Radar 2027’s, Second Five

As we gear up for the 2026-27 season lets take a closer look at the class of 2027 and some of the under the radar prospects of Southwest Florida. This group of players may not be as well-known as some of the other prospects in the area, but have shown they can compete and be key pieces to their team's success for the upcoming season.    Johnson is an athletic prospect with great length, and who has the ability to guard multiple positions on defense. He does an excellent job keeping his hands up in the passing lanes, and also rebounds the ball very well on both ends of the court. The 6'3" SF is a smart player who continues to improve each time he steps on the floor. Johnson is an excellent 3-point shooter with a nice high release, making him difficult to block.     A tough, gritty defender, Rodriguez, should see an elevated roll this year for the Lightning. The 5'7" PG is a hardworking prospect who isn't afraid to sacrifice his body and get on the floor for loose balls. He is a team player, who is willing to do whatever it takes to get the win. Rodriguez has excellent handles and is a pass first guard who is always looking to get his teammates involved, but can also be effective with soft touch on his mid-range jumper.     Cernuska is an excellent rebounder for the Sharks, both offensively and defensively. He has good size and strength, and is able to guard the bigs down low, but also has great athleticism where he has the ability stay with some of the smaller, quicker opponents. He does a solid job communicating on defense, and positions himself well on the floor. The rising senior, is very effective in the paint, where he has the ability to finish through contact.     A crafty PG for the Tritons, Chimles, has continued to impress throughout this preseason. He is an excellent passer with tremendous court vision, and has proven he can also be a very efficient scorer for Mariner. He has elite handles and the ability to create shots for himself off the dribble, and if left open he will make you pay from behind the arc. The 5'10" PG attacks the basket with no fear, and has the ability to finish around the rim with either hand.     Bazile is a quick and shifty guard who isn't afraid to take the big shot. The 5'9" CG has excellent handles and a quick first step where he attacks the basket with no fear. He always has his eyes up scanning the court and looking for the open man. Bazile has a nice mid-range game and is also effective from behind the arc. He's a tremendous defender who has a knack for forcing steals, and turning defense into offense.

As we gear up for the 2026-27 season lets take a closer look at the class of 2027 and some of the under the radar prospects of Southwest Florida. This group of players may not be as well-known as some of the other prospects in the area, but have shown they can compete and be key pieces to their team's success for the upcoming season.