The Run 4 Roses Classic and Championship took place in Louisville on July 10-15, 2025. This is a live period event that brought in nearly 3,000 teams and over 2,000 college coaches. Throughout the tournament, as I was walking around to different courts, I took notes of players that stood out to me. Below you can see some of the 2027 players that caught my eye. These are listed in alphabetical order by last name.
Alyssa Arlinghaus
Lady Gym Rats 16U EYCL
Such great instincts on both ends of the court. Effective running any guard position. Really good shooter, strong handles, sees the floor well. Was very disruptive defensively whether that was getting into the passing lanes, applying good pressure, coming up with steals/deflections, etc.
Kayley Benningfield
Kentucky Premier 16 EYBL
Benningfield has such a smooth jumper. Knocked down a quick pull-up in transition. Made some nice hustle plays.
Brynn Brickey
2027 Lexington Crossover La Familia
Long and active. Disruptive defender who can also make you pay at all 3 levels on the offensive end, including clutch 3’s and free throws. Made some really great passes through traffic.
Lily Carr
2026 Missouri Select
2027 5’6 PG Lily Carr (@Lily_Carr5) with Missouri Select (2026) at Run 4 Roses in Louisville🌟🏀💥@SHOtimeSGFMO @riseupsports1 @TheRyLCarr @JessicaA051202 @PGHMissouri @Lily_Carr5 @TFNsRun4Roses @_BlakeDerrick pic.twitter.com/ubK8yaX3Jp
— Alyx White (@alyxwhite_) July 15, 2025
Aaliyah Cheek
2026 Lady Aces NE2K
Very quick with the ball and can maneuver through traffic with ease. Can finish tough shots around the basket and knock down outside shots. Had some nice blocks too.
Mariella Claybrook
2027 TN Flight Silver E40
Claybrook has really come into her own, and the flashes she has always shown of being a special player are now on full-time display. Great moves to score on both sides of the basket & in the paint. Can score at all 3 levels, delivered great passes, and had a ton of rebounds.
Brooklyn Cole
Kentucky Premier 17U NE2K
Had a great hesi that consistently allowed Cole to get a step on defenders. Strong finishes at the rim on drives including with contact.
Gianna "Gigi" Conklin-Jones
2027 ECU Team Richardson E40
2027 5’7 CG Gianna Conklin-Jones (@GigiConklin) with ECU Team Richardson E40 at Run 4 Roses in Louisville👀🏀🎯@ECunitedbball @riseupsports1 @HolyTrinityGBB @PGHFlorida @_BlakeDerrick @TFNsRun4Roses @Elite40League pic.twitter.com/jaPJtIPmGb
— Alyx White (@alyxwhite_) July 17, 2025
Piper Cotham
Lady Gym Rats 16U EYCL
Excellent PG skills. Plays hard every second she’s on the court. True 3-level scoring threat and can get crafty on finishes around the basket/in the paint.