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Class of 2026 Updated Ranking #1-#5

Class of 2026 Updated Ranking #1-#5
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Hector Marquez
Hector Marquez June 1, 2023 @ 07:45 AM
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2026 is such a competitive class that we expect in a few years that they will have many players getting looks from Division 1 schools. Regardless of rank there is a lot of talent across the board and we expect more to come along. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>#1 [player_tooltip player_id='1278443' first='Anthony' last='Felesi'] || Orem High School ||</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When it comes to players being dynamic you cannot second guess this choice her as Anthony plays at a dynamic level. His ability to effect a game on both ends of the floor is special. This Spring he has really made a vast and noticeable separation. He is not just a kid that can dunk, although he does play impressively above the rim. Anthony is shooting the ball from deep and he is getting really good in the mid-range as well. The way he can get to his spots and create for himself is impressive, especially with him being so young and how mature his game is getting. He has started to turn into one of the best combo guards in the country. With more than a handful of Division 1 offers as a freshman it is going to be hard to keep track as they are starting to stack up. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>#2 [player_tooltip player_id='1278448' first='Dean' last='Rueckert'] || Timpview High School ||</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278448' first='Dean' last='Rueckert'] is turning into that unicorn type of prospect with the way his skill set is transforming. At 6'7/6'8 maybe even taller here he is shooting the ball at a high percentage. He is shooting the ball better as a SF/W than most little Sg's are shooting. That ability to stretch the floor as a bigger player is something that make shim unique for sure. He is quick off the bounce and he gets to the rim off of different moves. Really impressive how he can mix things up. On the defensive end he can switch 1-5 and he moves his feet so he is not out there skating while guarding the PG's. He can also provide shot blocking on the ball and on the rotation when he comes over and helps. Dean has picked up some early impressive offers. He has a high ceiling for sure. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>#3 [player_tooltip player_id='1278435' first='Junior' last='County'] || RSL Academy ||</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Junior is a player that has really improved his stock this high school year and this Spring. Junior is a creator for himself and others. He plays with a super elite motor. The flow and rhythm he plays with just fits his style of play well. He knows when to take over but he also knows how to make reads. He defends at a high level and he can guard multiple positions as well. He is a player that will hit you with a quick move and spin and get a lay one time down the floor, next time down the floor he can hit you with a step back three and lastly will also catch you on a lob as well. Coaches are really loving his play because he could likely play the 2 guard at the next level, especially at 6'5 and with athletic genes in the family. Junior has picked up a few offers but there is more to come for this young talented guard. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>#4 [player_tooltip player_id='1278439' first='Jamyn' last='Sondrup'] || Springville High School ||</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best big man in the state in his class. He still has a lot of room to grown his game, he a low risk and high reward player that has already picked up a few D1's as well. Jamyn dominated at times in that high low his high school team would run as he would get the ball deep in the paint and he would make easy work of it. The way he has started to stretch the floor with shooting has really elevated his game. Look for him to use that outside shooting a lot more to his advantage to work inside and out. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>#5 [player_tooltip player_id='1439711' first='Bryce' last='Mella'] || Mountain View High School ||</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1439711' first='Bryce' last='Mella'] was a big time player for his high school team. He would jump center and run the PG position. That versatility has really helped him on the club circuit as he plays the 3 a lot but can get a rebound and push the ball right away without having to find a guard to dish too. He takes guards into the post and he can do work backing them in or going into that nice fadeaway he has. He can come down the floor and drag screen and pop or roll. Bryce has a lot of potential and he has already picked up some offers and will gain interest as he continues to play at a high level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The Class of 2026 is such a competitive class that we expect in a few years that they will have many players getting looks from Division 1 schools. Regardless of rank there is a lot of talent across the board and we expect more to come along.

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