2025 rankings round table (2023 winter edition)
The junior class rankings have expanded to 100 members, ripe for the picking. 25 prospects were given the green light as their continued production made it a hard list to cut. We’re answering four burning questions in the rankings round…
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Continue ReadingThe junior class rankings have expanded to 100 members, ripe for the picking. 25 prospects were given the green light as their continued production made it a hard list to cut. We’re answering four burning questions in the rankings round table to highlight our newest update.
Who has the highest ceiling?
Florida’s 2025 class is loaded with high-level talent in its top quadrant. Alex Lloyd is becoming one of the most efficient scorers in the state and uses his increased athleticism to become a two-way player. Lloyd capable of shutting down passing lanes and making crucial defensive stops. Jalen Reece Jalen Reece 5'11" | PG Oak Ridge | 2025 State #92 Nation FL has the shooting and footwork to challenge any guard in the country. Darius Acuff Darius Acuff 6'2" | PG IMG | 2025 State #9 Nation FL ‘s journey from dangerous scorer to offensive hub has been a revelation leading to IMG’s biggest wins this season. Outside of the top 20, there are guys like TJ Drain TJ Drain 6'8" | PF Windermere | 2025 State #295 Nation FL , Ladainian Brooks Ladainian Brooks 6'6" | SF Elite Academy | 2025 State FL , Joseph Gayle Joseph Gayle 6'4" | CG Fort Pierce Central | 2025 State FL , and Kalvin Venegeto Kalvin Venegeto 6'10" | C The Rock | 2025 State FL who have insane physical tools and athleticism that could make major leaps if everything clicks for them.
Which prospect from your area is ranked too low?
By the end of the season, Almani Aw Almani Aw 6'10" | C SFA Academy | 2025 State FL could have a significant leap. He’s a long, 6’11 big with the athleticism to affect the paint on both ends of the floor. A season of playing against SIAA competition will give him the film and production he needs to be considered a national prospect. He’s already racked up several D1 offers. Our team just needs to see him in person with SFA Academy.
Who has the potential to outplay their ranking this summer?
Westminster’s 6’3 point guard Ethan Bertrand Ethan Bertrand 6'3" | PG Westminster | 2025 State FL fits the bill. He’s a recent transfer from Belgium still adjusting to the speed of the American game. He has played high-level teams at the City of Palms and dueled against 7A powerhouse Oak Ridge. He rarely turns the ball over, has a high feel for the game, and has a positional size to catch your attention. As he finds his confidence and understands his role on his new team, he’ll be able to show his full game more often.
Anyone you think will play their way onto this list?
Heri Sefu Bukinga Heri Sefu Bukinga 6'11" | C DME | 2025 FL is a no-brainer for the next update. His name was lost during the off-season, but his production at DME has put him back on our radar. He’s a 6’11 big who runs the floor, finishes around the rim, and has the physical tools to produce in high-level games. With all the size and talent in DME’s front court, it’s the perfect training ground for a talented big man.