2026 Prospects Stepping Up in Year 2

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Dependable to score from all three levels, the guard has proven he is ready for greater opportunity.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-657f66ae08165"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1764293"],"_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":"Through 6 Games: 15.5 PPG, 6 RPG, 2.7 APG, 2.7 SPG, 1.8 BPG, 51% 2P, 57% 3P, 66% FTrnrnTrimm has brought plenty of production through his refined scoring on all three levels. Possessing notable strength while attacking the rim, there are few scorers at his age with his skill set in the state.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-657f66ae081b0"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1764298"],"_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":"Through 7 Games: 14.6 PPG, 5 RPG, 2 SPG, 63% 2P, 31% 3P, 66% FTrnrnWells has done well picking his spots on the offensive side, contributing three's and attacking closeouts for high efficiency looks in the paint. Fruita Monument's recent success would not be the same without his production.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-657f66ae081f9"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1510473"],"_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":"Through 5 Games: 13.8 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 40% 2P, 41% 3P, 79% FTrnrnTaking on a large role for a new look Cherry Creek program, Hammond has risen to the occasion as this group's primary playmaker. Getting plenty of looks from jump shots, the guard has been instrumental in this group's success even with plenty of changes to the roster.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-657f66ae08242"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2287829"],"_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":"Through 6 Games: 14 PPG, 12.3 RPG, 4.3 BPG, 65% 2P, 70% FTrnrnA sturdy forward, junker is at the forefront of blocks per game within 6A, regardless of class. Especially strong, Junker has no trouble maintaining composure while taking bumps from opposing forwards. He does a great job getting into position in the paint to throw opponents into difficult positions with tight angles for shots. He adds much needed physicality to a Mountain Vista group.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-657f66ae0828d"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1509232"],"_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":"Through 6 Games: 17.7 PPG, 4 RPG, 2.5 APG, 2.7 SPG, 69% 2P, 77% FTrnrnStepping up as the primary playmaker for a top 5A program, Smiley has been imperative to this group's offensive ceiling. Already strong while attacking downhill with either hand, the guard possesses multiple counters to create space inside the arc.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-657f66ae082d6"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1764297"],"_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":"Through 7 Games: 15.7 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 2.9 SPG, 41% 2P, 36% 3P, 71% FTrnrnThe guard is particularly flashy at getting jump shots off the dribble, effectively pulling up from the mid-range or beyond the arc. As he continues to add strength, his potential as a high volume perimeter scorer could be realized in the near future.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-657f66ae0831f"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1509239"],"_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":"Through 4 Games: 15.8 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 2 APG, 2.5 SPG, 56% 2PrnrnA sturdy guard, primarily getting his looks from secondary opportunities, typically drawing a dish to attack the closeout. Steady within the arc, Foot does a great job of slowing down the pace in the center of the floor, keeping his head up for extra passes once the off-ball defender falls asleep. Most consistent attacking downhill off the catch, Foot has been great finding efficient attempts in the paint. His defensive versatility has been valuable for Longmont, tasked with guarding up against opposing forwards. His continued shot volume beyond the arc will be worth following, opening up the rest of the floor in due time.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-657f66ae0836d"} /-->