Freshman Friday

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>A quick statistical look at some of the most impactful freshmen thus far according to MaxPreps stat inputs.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2999528"],"_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-6932f8cfb701d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>21.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1 assist, 1.5 steals</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Through the freshman's first two games, Xavien has been a dominant force with his unique blend of size, physical power and crafty skill. The inside-out forward can back down defenders and score with his back to the basket but is also capable of creating off the dribble on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2986685"],"_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-6932f8cfb708b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>17.8 points, 8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 3.3 steals, 1.3 blocks</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">JaCody has been on a tear, lifting South Gwinnett as part of a youth movement. The star wing attacks from all angles. His three-point shot is still improving. Terry is a great slasher who uses his athleticism and energy to influence games on both ends. Long, lean muscular frame with a mature understanding.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2887540"],"_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-6932f8cfb70d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>17.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.5 steals</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The coach's son has buried 19-36 threes through four games. An elite floor spacer with gangly length, the 3&amp;D mold guard will continue to add to his game as he gets stronger. His knowledge of spacing and his sneaky impactful instincts on defense make him a two-way difference maker and possibly the missing piece to a state championship puzzle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3178191"],"_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-6932f8cfb711a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>15.2 points, 1.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sitting at 4-2, Fayette County has leaned on [player_tooltip player_id='3178191' first='Jordan' last='White'] for bite. White leads the Tigers in scoring. Jordan has a projectable frame with the athleticism to easily and consistently play above the rim, finishing steals with slam dunks. Improving his outside shot will unlock his full potential as he is 3-21 through five games from beyond the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3073281"],"_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-6932f8cfb715c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>13.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.4 blocks</em> Impressive tweener can play inside and out. Attacks from the wing, able to make plays off the bounce and is a steady three-point shooter. Really tough around the rim as he can glide to the hoop and finish in traffic. Smooth fluid movement when changing direction and speeds. Holds tremendous switchability on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->