2021 Newly Ranked Wings
The updated 2021 rankings are here and it is filled with intriguing prospects on the perimeter. Villanova commit Trey Patterson Trey Patterson 6'7" | SF Rutgers Prep | 2021 State #36 Nation NJ is the top player in the class,…
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Continue ReadingThe updated 2021 rankings are here and it is filled with intriguing prospects on the perimeter. Villanova commit Trey Patterson Trey Patterson 6'7" | SF Rutgers Prep | 2021 State #36 Nation NJ is the top player in the class, while Temple commit Zach Hicks Zach Hicks 6'7" | SF Camden Catholic | 2021 State #154 Nation NJ is a smooth scorer. The wing position added a lot of talent in the new update with numerous players being able to contribute at the next level. Here are the top newly ranked wings in the 2021 class.
Sam Alajiki Sam Alajiki 6'7" | SF St. Benedict's | 2021 State NJ , 6’7 SF St. Benedict’s
Alajiki played at Beckley Prep in West Virginia last season and is ready to make his mark on the Jersey scene. The 6’7 forward can handle the ball on the perimeter and knows how to finish above the rim. Alajiki can finish through contact and is capable of knocking down jumpers. He can rip down rebounds on both ends of the floor and is an underrated shot-blocker. Alajiki is a D1 player who should have a strong senior season for state powerhouse St. Benedict’s.
Saul May Saul May 6'7" | SG Olympus Prep | 2021 NJ , 6’7 SG Olympus Prep
May is a skilled wing prospect who should help the Olympus prep postgrad team. The 6’7 English native is crafty with the ball in his hands and is capable of creating his own shot in the halfcourt. May is a solid passer and is capable of running the offense in a pinch. His length makes him a solid perimeter defender and can rip down rebounds. May’s ability to make plays on the perimeter will give him the opportunity to raise his stock with Olympus Prep.
Jaeden Jefferson, 6’6 SF Covenant College Prep
Jefferson is a talented small forward who is ready to have a big year with Covenant College Prep. The 6’6 wing can put the ball on the floor and finish around the basket. Jefferson has a good post game and has a nice release on his jumper. He is an underrated passer and knows how to use his length on the defensive end. Jefferson’s ability to score in multiple ways makes him a player to watch for Covenant College Prep.
Keith Palek Keith Palek 6'7" | SF St. Augustine | 2021 State NJ , 6’7 SF St. Augustine
Palek had a strong summer for Olympus, which should transition into his final season at St. Augustine. The 6’7 lefty has a smooth shooting stroke and is capable of getting hot from behind the arc. Palek is more than just a shooter as he is also able to put the ball on the floor. He works hard on the glass and is an underrated passer. Palek’s shooting ability makes him a wing to watch in South Jersey this season.
Joe Carroll Joe Carroll 6'7" | SF Blair Academy | 2022 State NJ , 6’7 SF/PF Don Bosco Prep
Carroll may play more of an interior role for the Ironmen, but his perimeter skills make him eligible for this list. The 6’7 forward has a good handle and rarely makes mistakes with the ball in his hands. Carroll has a nice touch around the basket and can finish shots through contact. He is a solid post defender and works hard on the glass at both ends. Carroll is a tough forward prospect who should help Don Bosco Prep have a strong 2020-21 season.
Other Players to Watch:
Keyontae Huff Keyontae Huff 6'8" | SF Olympus Prep | 2021 State NJ , 6’8 SF Olmypus Prep
Jordan Derkack Jordan Derkack 6'3" | SG Colonia | 2022 OH , 6’3 SG Colonia
Hassan Jackson Hassan Jackson 6'4" | SG Covenant College Prep | 2022 State NJ , 6’4 SG St. Peter’s Prep
Abdullah Diallo Abdullah Diallo 6'8" | SF Olympus Prep | 2021 State NJ , 6’8 SF Olympus Prep
Gavin Flowers Gavin Flowers 6'5" | SF Covenant College Prep | 2021 State NJ , 6’5 SF Covenant College Prep
Travis Gray Travis Gray 6'7" | SG Covenant College Prep | 2021 State NJ , 6’7 SG Covenant College Prep
Jack Collins, 6’5 SG Manasquan
Jacob Morales Jacob Morales 6'4" | SF Pascack Hills | 2021 State NJ , 6’4 SF Pascack Hills