Tour of Texas: Houston Hitters to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>January 18-20th, the Tour of Texas will make is stop in Houston, Tx. Hosting 12U-17U teams at various locations across the Houston Metropolitan area. Home town tournaments are always fun. The girls get a chance to play against those they have faced during their high school seasons again with a few outside opponents sprinkled in. This creates a bit more of a rivalry for the teams and girls individually. These are some young ladies I am looking forward to seeing at the Tour of Texas. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["438535"],"_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-677e628242711"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kennedy has a fantastic transition off the net, showcasing impressive agility and speed that enable a seamless move to the next play. The ability to adjust to the ball on approach demonstrates a keen understanding of the game and excellent hand-eye coordination, allowing for precise execution of shots. Notably, her line shot is not only great but also varies in speed and spin, making it difficult for opponents to anticipate. On the defensive end, he exhibits remarkable court awareness, constantly reading the game and positioning herself effectively to counter attacks. Her unwavering discipline and readiness to play mean that she is always mentally prepared and physically engaged, which eliminates any lazy movements and keeps her one step ahead of her rivals. Overall, Kennedy's performance exemplifies a well-rounded player dedicated to both offensive and defensive strategies on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["443045"],"_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-677e5ab818da9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sophie is great at serve receive, good at tracking the ball, the captain of her team, and very vocal. Excellent transition from serve receive to attack. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills that inspire teammates. Enhances overall team dynamics. Their ability to anticipate the opponent's plays creates seamless transitions from defense to offense. They turn challenging situations into scoring opportunities. They have a strong understanding of the game. They consistently make smart decisions on the court. These decisions further showcase their leadership qualities. They show their commitment to team success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":740278,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/01/DSC03559-crop-1119x735-1736333861.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-740278" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- 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":"Kennedy Reddin","_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":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Cypress Woods","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='431166' first='Houston' last='Juniors']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"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-677e5ab81925b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kennedy has a fast swing. She knows how to find her way around the block. She is a great spot server. I was able to see her play against 16 elite teams twice. She definitely gave them a run for their money. Her powerful serves consistently put pressure on the opposing side, while her agility on the court allowed her to navigate through tight defenses effortlessly. Each match showcased her impressive skills, leaving the audience in awe as she executed intricate plays with precision and confidence. Her determination and competitive spirit were palpable, inspiring both her teammates and spectators alike to elevate their game in the face of such formidable competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":740277,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"center"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/01/DSC05061-crop-1639x1076-1736333745.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-740277" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- 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":"Braylee Medlock","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'9u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32924","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Fulsher","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='431337' first='Texas' last='Tornados']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"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-677e628242915"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Braylee reads hitters very well. Her keen observation skills allow her to anticipate the opponent's moves. This makes her a literal game changer on the court. She has an incredible ability to change the energy of the game with her dynamic presence and strategic plays. Her very quick swing gives her an edge when returning serves. Her great deep serve to the opposite end line consistently puts pressure on her opponents. Originally part of a 15's team at Tornados, she has shown remarkable talent and leadership. Even after being moved up for this tournament, she confidently asserts herself. She definitely holds her own among older, more experienced players and contributes significantly to her team's success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->