NCHSAA 2025 Top Season-Long Standouts
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In the public school ranks, we’ve had plenty of sophomores take big leaps or prove why their freshman hype was justified. Check below for five of the top sophomores in public school competition this year. Mikey Wilkins NC #2 PF…
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Continue ReadingIn the public school ranks, we’ve had plenty of sophomores take big leaps or prove why their freshman hype was justified. Check below for five of the top sophomores in public school competition this year.
Mikey Wilkins Mikey Wilkins 6’8″ | PF Christ School | 2025 State #66 Nation NC was a name that many predicted to have a breakout year this year, and he has done so in a huge way. The 6’8 forward is averaging 28.2 PPG and 11.8 RPG, and is a way more physical body than everyone else on the court. He’s continuing to improve as an interior scorer in regards to his touch, and already has the slashing, physical, driving element of his game down. He shows an occasional ability to shoot it from the perimeter, but one that is still coming along. This year, he has increased his involvement on the defensive glass and as a shotblocker, while his high motor on the offensive glass is still running hard this year. He is a prototypical big forward that will be a killer at the college level, and developments to his shot and athleticism will make him an even bigger player.
Colt Langdon Colt Langdon 6’7″ | SG Millbrook | 2025 State #114 Nation NC is one of the best shooters in the state, regardless of class. However, his game has a lot of polish in many areas, making the sharpshooter a valuable target in this class. He can really shoot it, knocking down the three ball at a 42% clip. He can shoot off the catch, dribble, or screen, and his size and fluid release make it a breeze to shoot over opponents. He continues to be able to put the ball on the floor to either shoot a mid-range pull up or get to the rim with a physical, fundamental move. He rebounds hard on the defensive end and is looking to be a team defender, not make the flashy play every possession. He plays within his role everywhere else, but he is a big time bucket getter who is truly a three level scorer.
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Terrell has led Olympic to a big time year, and the pure PG has really shown his ability to create for his teammates. He’s averaging 12.1 PPG and 6.4 APG, getting different teammates involved every night. This has affected Olympic’s season in a big way, making it hard for teams to key in on one guy when Terrell is dishing the ball to everyone on the floor. When he needs to get a bucket, he can provide, mostly as a jump shooter. He also lays hard and is someone who you want out there in crunch time, always looking to win. Coaches would be remiss to not look at Terrell as a big time lead guard for their future classes.
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Sharpe is a dynamic, physical guard despite his size that deserves more attention in his class. He had a big year, averaging 22 PPG, 6.3 RPG, and 2.3 SPG. He does it all for his team due to his big time athleticism and length. Defensively, it allows him to be a thief in passing lanes and off the ball, and offensively he’s a nightmare when he gets downhill. He’s finishing very well inside the arc and especially at the rim, but is still improving his jumper. He’s a dual sport athlete, so keep an eye out for Sharpe on the gridiron and the hardwood. He’s got lots of potential in both.
Lawrence has taken big strides as a scorer and do-it-all guy for East Meck this year. He’s a scoring guard that likes to play all over the floor, but excels at drawing contact and getting either to the rim or the free throw line. He’s averaging 21 PPG, 7.6 RPG, and 3.7 APG, a consummate stat line for a guard like him. He shares the ball, helps his teammates out by finishing possessions with rebounds, and even takes a charge every two games. He is the ultimate teammate that also is a leader. Coaches would be wise to look at him as a name for the future.