2024 Rankings Breakdown: Newcomers (Part 3)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Virginia recently updated its 2024 prospect rankings. Here is a rundown of some featured newcomers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#135 [player_tooltip player_id='1948414' first='Derell' last='Stephens'] | Landstown</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stephens made plays on both sides of the court during the season for the Eagles. He is a 6'0" guard who has an effective mid-range pull-up jumper. Stephens brings value as a defender. He pressures the ball relentlessly and knows how to draw charges. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#136 [player_tooltip player_id='1948415' first='Owen' last='Pottenburgh'] | Hayfield</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pottenburgh seems excited for the chance to come out from under [player_tooltip player_id='1403962' first='David' last='King']'s shadow next season. At 6'8" he casts a tall shadow of his own over foes. Expect Pottenburgh to be a forceful paint presence who will provide offensive firepower as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#139 [player_tooltip player_id='1948416' first='Omar' last='Abushaban'] | Stone Bridge</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Abushaban is a strong 6'4" forward who specializes at controlling the glass. His rugged frame helps him embrace contact when pursuing the ball in traffic. Abushaban also has a soft touch when finishing around the rim. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#142 [player_tooltip player_id='1544472' first='Scott' last='Van Antwerp'] | Robinson</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Van Antwerp is a 6'3" wing who does a bit of everything well. He stuffs the stat sheet regularly for the Rams. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#149 [player_tooltip player_id='1948417' first='Steven' last='Cruz'] | Madison </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cruz stands out as a tenacious on-ball defender. He can also score in bunches if you underestimate his offensive skill set. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#151 [player_tooltip player_id='1948418' first='Owen' last='Spurlock'] | WT Woodson</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Spurlock is a 6'5" forward whose main selling point is his rebounding ability. He is a safe bet to haul in a minimum of five boards per game if given the opportunity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#152 [player_tooltip player_id='1948419' first='Hershey' last='Samala'] | Chantilly</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Samala is a matchup problem because of his combo of size and outside shooting ability. He's about 6'3" and doesn't mind backing down smaller opponents. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#153 [player_tooltip player_id='1948420' first='Ryan' last='Keenan'] | Patriot</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keenan is a wing who is a dangerous set shooter from 3-point land. He will also help rebound his position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->