The Prelude highlights top players
The Hype Her Hoops scouting team was on the ground at the Orange County Youth Basketball Tournament, the Prelude, showcasing some of the most promising young talent in Southern California basketball at Open Gym Premier Ladera and Anaheim. This highly competitive event brought together elite youth basketball players from across the region, and the team was able to closely evaluate standout athletes who are making waves in the world of Orange County club basketball this past weekend. Among the top performers were four standout players who impressed with their skills, court vision, and work ethic, making a statement for future opportunities at the next level of competition.
With a mix of finesse, athleticism, and leadership, these rising stars proved why the Orange County youth basketball tournament continues to be a crucial event for scouting top talent in Southern California. Whether it was sharp shooting, lockdown defense, or incredible ball-handling, each of these players demonstrated why they are among the best in their age group. The Southern California basketball tournament scene is full of emerging talent, and with tournaments like the Prelude, players continue to rise through the ranks. Stay tuned as the Scouting Report keeps an eye on these young athletes as they develop and prepare for the next step in their basketball journeys.
Jordan Brown
Class of 2029
SES (California)
Smooth, patient and knows how to play the game the right way. Jordan Brown is one of the top prospects in the 2030 class on the West Coast. She is an efficient scorer and does a great job creating space to get to her spots on the floor . Jordan is a natural playmaker who takes what the defense gives her. Jordan plays with so much poise and never gets rattled by double teams.
Addison Archer
Class of 2029
Team Why Not (California)
Addison is a strong physical guard who plays under control, lets the game come to her and finishes well through contact. Addison plays multiple positions and guards 1-4 on defense.The combination of size, strength, IQ and feel makes Addison one of the top players in her class.
Tahjie (TT) Freeman
Class of 2029
Hoop Code (Arizona)
Tahjie is a special guard in the 2029 class out of Arizona! Plays at her own pace, scores in bunches, has a confidence and swag about her that can’t be taught! She is extremely hard to defend in the open court as she stays in attack mode and finishes very well at the basket with both hands!
Emma Powell
Class of 2030
Dream Basketball (California)
Emma is one of the top prospects on the West Coast, and soon to be one of the top prospects in the country! She is a high major D1 prospect who has an Elite Motor. She never takes a play off! Emma has good length and moves very well laterally on defense, rebounds outside her area and guards 1-4. What separates Emma from the rest is her motor, high IQ/feel and she dominates games without scoring. She is an elite athlete who finishes very well at the rim.