2026 Stock Risers (Part I)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The first Live Period of the summer took place over the weekend and we saw some leaps in the upcoming sophomore class. This week we will be providing who has the highest stock in the Class of 2026 and 2027. If you have a player who deserves to be recognized on this list please send @RossVDG14 a direct message on Twitter. Here is our first edition of stock risers for the Class of 2026:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1633086"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"The 6-8 wing is a flashy player who has the handles like a guard, with his ability to score downhill or pull up from beyond the arc. He has the ability to go either direction and finish efficiently as well as consistently. Westercamp plays with a good feel to his game and is an exceptional passer for his size. High potential and will look to improve his strength as he gears up for his sophomore season. Westercamp currently holds an offer from Jacksonville University.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["1633071"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"The 6-3 shooting guard is on the rise to become a top tier prospect in the Class of 2026 as he can do it all on the floor, whether it's his scoring, rebounding or ability to block shots. Kelly had a great weekend at Best of The South where he averaged a near double-double for [program_tooltip program_id='2076150' first='TNBA' last='South']. Kelly plays hard on both ends of the floor and should start to see his recruitment heat up soon.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["1633082"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"The 5-10 guard is an absolute floor general whether it's his scoring or the way he competes. Lane is shooting nearly 40 percent from the field this summer for TMAC Spartans and is only continuing ways to improve his game. On the defensive side, Lane has shown great body placement and is exceptional when it comes to taking charges. His IQ has improved as well on the offensive end of the floor as he defenders have trouble staying in front of him with his shiftiness.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["1633108"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"The 6-3 point guard has tough handles and is a prolific 3-point shooter where he he shot 39 percent from the field last season as a freshman. His high basketball IQ has drastically improved along with his decision making on passing or shooting the ball. This past weekend for [program_tooltip program_id='2076293' first='Skills' last='Center Elite'], Church shot nearly 40 percent from beyond the arc and scored in double figures in each game leading to a solid weekend.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["1633093"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"The 6-3 rising sophomore combo guard was very impressive playing this past weekend for SWFL Hoops 17U at Best of The South. Lambert used his strong frame and athleticism to every part of his advantage where he was finishing at the front of the rim against bigger defenders. His upside on the defensive side has also spoke volumes about his game where he brought his versatility to defend multiple positions.","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_5_player":["1660037"],"_player_evaluations_5_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"The 6-4 rising sophomore combo guard brings all the tools to his game whether it's his size, shooting stroke or his pure ball-handling skills. Piggot spent last season playing for Sports Leadership u0026amp; Management where he averaged 8.2 points, 2.2 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game last season for the Spartans. Piggot has received an offer from Samford University and can expect more schools to chime in as he gears up for his sophomore season.","_player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_6_player":["1770030"],"_player_evaluations_6_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"The 5-10 point guard is coming off a stellar freshman season for Lecanto, where he averaged a team-high 19.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 5.4 assists and nearly four steals per game. Tipton is a true three-level scorer who can knock down timely shots at a high percentage. His size is an understatement of his game where he is unafraid to finish at the rim against bigger defenders.","_player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_7_player":["1633067"],"_player_evaluations_7_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"The 6-11 power forward is a coveted and traditional big man where he has a soft touch at the front of the rim. Ponder also plays with a high motor and has an imposing figure to have huge upside as he gears up for his sophomore season. Ponder has already held notable offers from Alabama, Illinois, UCF and several others so far this summer. He will be playing with Overtime Elite this upcoming season where his offer list will continue to grow.","_player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":8,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ac3f191843b"} /-->