Meet our sparks: The heart of our team

Discover the dedicated athletes who bring the Sarasota Sparks to life on and off the court. Each player embodies our commitment to discipline, teamwork, and passion for the game. We're proud to introduce the talent driving our success, representing Sarasota, Florida, with every stride.

Middle school champions

Our Middle School level athletes are the future of Sarasota Sparks travel basketball. Focused on fundamental development, discipline, and teamwork, these players are growing into formidable competitors, learning the game the right way. Here’s a look at our promising talent:

 

8th Grade

• Samantha Sirenko — Brookside Middle School
• Layla Loeffel — Brookside Middle School

• Gabriella Strayhorn — Bradenton Christian School

7th Grade

• Kamiyah Hubbard — McIntosh Middle School
• Kamiyah Baker — Booker Middle School
• Camila Rogers — Pine View School
• Sloan Berry — Suncoast School for Innovative Studies
• Marlowe Rose — McIntosh Middle School

6th Grade

• Sofia Youree — Skye Ranch School
• Marie Kotasek — Skye Ranch School

  • Bradley Hess - Skye Ranch School

Players

• Catalina Lezama
• Katalina Vazquez

 

High school : 9th/10th  grade roster

The 9th-10th grade roster showcases seasoned players demonstrating leadership, , and a relentless drive for success. They exemplify the Sparks' spirit of competitive excellence, accountability, and building character. Meet our high school leaders, developing strong, confident young athletes for their next steps:

  • Player Name                 Grade                          School
  • Shiayr Frazier                 9th               Riverview High School
  • Aaylah Bennett            10th             Riverview High School
  • Brooklyn Kastor          9th                Riverview High School
  • Nadia Ouattara            9th                Riverview High School
  • Derrianna White         9th                Riverview High School
  • Sophia Levin                  10th              Riverview High School
  • Alana Luu                         9th                Riverview High School
  • Olivia Gibson                 9th                Riverview High School
  • Peyton Melvin               9th                Riverview High School
  • Sophia Schalscha         9th                Riverview High School

Our strength is in our sparks

Beyond individual talent, the Sarasota Sparks thrive on unity, discipline, and a shared passion for basketball. Our players are more than teammates; they're a family committed to being Selfless, Prepared, Aggressive, Relentless, and Strong Together. We prioritize player development and team culture to achieve success on and off the court.