2022 Newly Ranked Sleepers
The 2022 class is filled with big-time talent. Zion Cruz Zion Cruz 6'4" | SG Patrick School | 2022 #26 Nation CA-S is one of the most electric guards in the class, while Mark Armstrong Mark Armstrong 6'2" | PG…
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Continue ReadingThe 2022 class is filled with big-time talent. Zion Cruz Zion Cruz 6'4" | SG Patrick School | 2022 #26 Nation CA-S is one of the most electric guards in the class, while Mark Armstrong Mark Armstrong 6'2" | PG St. Peter's Prep | 2022 State #39 Nation NJ and Will Richardson Will Richardson 6'2" | PG Bergen Catholic | 2022 State #76 Nation NJ both have high major offers. Jayden Pierre Jayden Pierre 6'2" | PG Long Island Lutheran | 2022 State #109 Nation NY has already hit a game-winner in a state final game,while Corey Floyd Jr Corey Floyd Jr 6'4" | SG Roselle Catholic | 2022 NJ . has been a key member for Roselle Catholic in the last two seasons. With all the big-time talent at the top of the rankings, there is going to be players who fly under the radar. Here are the top newly ranked sleeper prospects in the 2022 class.
Jack Seidler Jack Seidler 6'5" | SF Marlboro | 2022 State NJ , 6’5 SF Marlboro
The Mustangs were a buzzer-beater away from taking home the Central Jersey Group 4 title. They were led by the Shore Conference’s leading scorer Alex Ratner Alex Ratner 6'0" | CG Marlboro | 2020 State NJ , but Seidler was the reason Marlboro almost beat South Brunswick. The 6’5 forward was tough to stop inside as he used his size and length to get shots off down low. Seidler can attack the basket from the perimeter and has a range that extends to the three-point line. Marlboro will miss Ratner next season, but Seidler’s ability to impact the game down low puts the Mustangs in a good spot for 2020-21.
Chase Clarke Chase Clarke 6'5" | SF Newark Academy | 2022 State NJ , SF Newark Academy
Newark Academy was not a basketball powerhouse in 2019-20, but Clarke was still a force all season. The electric sophomore had nine 30-point games this season, including a 50-point performance against Cristo Rey. Clarke is at his best attacking the basket and can finish through contact. He is a tough rebounder down low and is a solid shot-blocker. Clarke is a big-time performer who should be on everyone’s radar after a monster sophomore campaign.
Isiaha Dickens Isiaha Dickens 6'7" | PF Hun | 2022 State NJ , 6’7 PF Hun
Dickens is a physical power forward who plays with a high basketball IQ. The 6’7 forward has a strong frame and knows how to use it down low. Dickens can put the ball on the floor and is an underrated passer. He is a solid rebounder and moves his feet well on defense. Dickens has a good chemistry with classmate Daniel Vessey Daniel Vessey 6'3" | CG Hun | 2023 State NJ , which makes Hun a more dangerous team in 2020-21.
Drew Greene Drew Greene 5'10" | PG Cherry Hill East | 2022 State NJ , 5’9 PG Cherry Hill East
The Cougars surprised many with their run to the South Jersey Group 4 final. Jake Green was one of the top shooters in the state with 102 made three-pointers, but Greene ran the show for Cherry Hill East. The 5’9 guard always plays with his head up and is one of the most underrated passers in South Jersey. Greene makes plays when he gets into the lane and can bury shots from distance when given space. Cherry Hill East is a young squad who could breakout in 2020-21 behind Greene’s play at the point.
Alex Bauman Alex Bauman 6'4" | SF Red Bank Catholic | 2022 State NJ , 6’4 SF Red Bank Catholic
The Caseys lose Notre Dame commit Kevin Bauman Kevin Bauman 6'5" | PF Red Bank Catholic | 2020 State NJ to graduation, but younger brother Alex is ready for a bigger role next season. The 6’4 forward is a good ball-handler and uses his strong frame to draw contact around the basket. Bauman is also a solid passer and works well with classmate Cyril Arvantis. His length, athleticism and quickness makes him one of the better defenders in the Shore Conference. Bauman’s collegiate career may be on the gridiron, but he is still a big-time performer on the hardwood.
Other Names to Know:
Geoff Schroeder Geoff Schroeder 6'0" | CG Rumson Fair-Haven | 2022 State NJ , 6’0 CG Rumson Fair-Haven
Jamaal Morris Jamaal Morris 5'10" | PG Trenton Catholic | 2022 NY , 5’10 PG Burlington City
Yasen Crawford Yasen Crawford 5'11" | PG Paterson Kennedy | 2022 State NJ , PG Paterson Kennedy
Jamar Belfield Jamar Belfield 5'10" | PG Paterson Charter | 2022 State NJ , 5’10 PG Paterson Charter