2025 Rankings Update: Top Ranked Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(60) PF [player_tooltip player_id='1540183' first='Manasse' last='Kasongo Malu'] (Sioux City East)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kasongo was a standout at our Prep Hoops event in March, showcasing his ability to protect the paint at a high level as well as finish around the bucket. A mobile 6-6/6-7 big man with some bounce, he's a strong shot blocker and rim-runner who finishes above the rim and is improving his touch and footwork.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(70) PG [player_tooltip player_id='1951823' first='Jack' last='Lambert'] (Monticello)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lambert came on late in the season for Monticello to provide the Panthers with a lockdown perimeter defender who made a major impact on that end of the floor, helping lead Monticello to another state tournament appearance. A smart lead guard with quickness and toughness, he was absolutely outstanding in the final month of the season as an on-ball defender. He's also a knockdown shooter who buried 45% of his 3-point attempts as is a reliable ball-handler and decision-maker. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(71) PF [player_tooltip player_id='1951786' first='Ben' last='Kerkhoff'] (Bettendorf)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kerkhoff is a strong, physical combo forward who can score inside and out. He's off to a strong start to the spring with the Iowa Barnstormers and was a solid contributor as a sophomore for the Bulldogs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(76) PF [player_tooltip player_id='1951796' first='Caleb' last='Haack'] (Iowa Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Haack was one of the most productive sophomores in the state last season, averaging 19.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 3.9 blocks a game. A 6-7 forward with some upside, he's a player that could shoot up the rankings if he continues to develop his all-around offensive game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(81) PF [player_tooltip player_id='1874780' first='Ian' last='Samples'] (Waukee)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Samples is a really interesting player who can play a bit of a point-forward role at 6-6/6-7. He handles it well and is a good passer who sees the floor extremely well. He uses his big frame to bully his way to the rim, where he has good touch with either hand, and he can occasionally step out and knock down jumpers. He should play a significant role on a new-look Waukee team as a junior. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(83) PF [player_tooltip player_id='1951787' first='Brayden' last='Wyrick'] (Central Lee)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A big, physical 6-4 forward with soft hands, Wyrick had a strong sophomore season for the Hawks, averaging 15.8 points and 7.6 rebounds a game. He has good footwork and touch around the rim, and he uses his strength to establish strong post position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(85) PG [player_tooltip player_id='1951824' first='Braedan' last='Bosma'] (Unity Christian)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A strong lead guard who sees the floor well and uses his quickness and physicality to his advantage on both ends of the floor, Bosma is a good finisher around the rim and a strong on-ball defender. He averaged 14.5 points a game on 48-38-66 shooting splits as a sophomore for the Knights. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(93) SG [player_tooltip player_id='1413686' first='Broderick' last='Hague'] (Gilbert)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A 6-2 off-ball guard who moves well without the ball in his hands, Hague knocked down 37.5% of his 3-point attempts as a sophomore well averaging more than 10 points a game. He has a smooth stroke off the catch and is always ready to shoot off the catch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(98) SF [player_tooltip player_id='1587373' first='Cameron' last='Thomas'] (Norwalk)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thomas was a solid role player for the Warriors as a sophomore, averaging 4.0 points a game and showing some secondary playmaking ability. He's a long, active defender and a solid shooter who can play with or without the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(110) PG [player_tooltip player_id='1523401' first='Ahman' last='Langton'] (MOC-Floyd Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Langton is a fast lead guard who uses his quick first step to blow by defenders and get to the bucket. He sees the floor well and is a talented passer, and he's a good on-ball defender with quick hands and feet. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->