2027 Rankings Update: South Jersey Prospects to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 initial rankings were released on Monday with over 60 players released. South Jersey saw a lot of talent in their freshmen class and should see their games take off over the spring and summer. Here are the South Jersey prospects to watch in the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2206834' first='Caleb' last='Lundy'], 6'3 CG Lenape</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lundy made an impact for Lenape this season as he helped them get to the Group 4 final. The 6'3 guard has a good handle, which he uses to get to the rim off the bounce and finishes nicely around the rim. Lundy uses his size to see over his defender and wastes little motion in his release. He has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor and is an underrated rebounder. Lundy is a long, guard prospect whose ability to make plays at both ends of the floor will help his stock in a big way this spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2202016' first='Bryce' last='Clark'], 5'7 PG Camden Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Clark had a big debut season for the Irish as he helped run the offense during the season. The 5'7 guard has a lightning quick first step as defenders struggle to keep him in front. Clark can finish in a variety of ways around the rim and sets his feet before he shoots. He rarely gets rattled by on-ball pressure and uses his quick hands to get deflections on defense. Clark is a speedy, lead guard prospect whose ability to control the pace of the game will be key for his development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2202015' first='Azyris' last='Richmond'], 6'7 PF Camden Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Richmond had some big games during the course of the season and has the potential to breakout this AAU season. The 6'7 forward has a nice touch around the basket and is able to get position down low. Richmond has an underrated handle and moves well without the ball in his hands. He works for rebounds on both ends of the floor and uses his size to influence shots around the basket. Richmond is a talented forward prospect whose ability to score around the basket and swat shots will help his game in a big way over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2201942' first='Amare' last='Walker'], 5'11 PG Donovan Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Walker provided the Griffins with a spark off the bench this season and is looking to carry it over into the AAU season. The 5'11 guard has a solid handle, which he uses to get to the rim and finish around the basket. Walker can also score in the mid-range and rises up with confidence on his jumper. He has the ability to play off the ball as well and slides his feet on the defensive end. Walker is a gritty guard prospect whose ability to make plays at both ends of the floor will help his stock in a big way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2347876' first='Santana' last='Hodge'], PG Lawrenceville</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hodge is a speedy guard prospect who was able to make plays for Lawrenceville during the season. He is electric with the ball in his hands as he is able to get into the paint off the bounce and can finish around the basket. Hodge has a nice touch on his floater and can shoot either off the catch or bounce. He is an underrated passer and gets deflections on the defensive end. Hodge is a play-making guard who has the potential to have a big spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->