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Vanderbilt Lands 5-Star Forward Lauren Hassell
- Vanderbilt announces a commitment from 5-star forward Lauren Hassell, a top-10 prospect in the 2027 class.
- Hassell chose Vanderbilt because it feels like home and for the direction of the program under Coach Shea Ralph.
- Her father, Trenton Hassell, a former NBA player, is currently her head coach at Clarksville Christian School.
- Hassell posted strong junior-season numbers, averaging 25.5 points and 11.2 rebounds per game for the Centurions.
- Vanderbilt held off interest from Louisville, North Carolina, and UConn to secure Hassell.
- Ralph’s relationship with Hassell and the proximity to campus influenced the decision.
- Vanderbilt remains in the mix for Haylen Ayers, a 2027 guard, keeping momentum in the class.
- Ayers’ mother is former Vanderbilt star Ashley McElhiney, linking family ties to the program.
- The Dore Report notes this is Ralph’s first commitment from the 2027 class for Vanderbilt.
- The article highlights Vanderbilt’s ongoing recruitment for top-tier guards in the 2026 cycle.
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