SWFL 2027’s To Keep An Eye On This Summer, Second Five

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the high school season in the rear view mirror let's take a closer look at some of the area's top players who will look to make a name for themselves over the summer. The 2027 class is loaded with talent and it will be on full display this travel season, not only in SWFL but across the entire state. Keep an eye on these prospects as they continue to grow their game and look to build their stock this offseason and throughout their sophomore year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2125485"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Jenkins had a tremendous freshman campaign for the Pirates.  The 6'3u0022 CG is a very talented all-around player, and is a prospect with major upside.  His size and strength allow him to guard any position on the floor, and also makes him a huge asset on the boards both offensively and defensively.  He has the strong, wide frame of a big, with the skillset of a guard, which makes him a 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