Closer Look at 5 Next Up Playmakers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the high school basketball season concludes, there are plenty of notable underclassmen prospects who deserve recognition for their production. Prep Hoops will provide various editions of true stock risers from the 2026-2028 classes. Let's get into a list of “Next Up” risers from this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125472' first='Colton' last='Sembower'] | SG/SF | 2027 | The Rock | @ColtonSembower</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 stats: </strong>17.0 PPG - 7.1 rebounds - 2.5 assists</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What a season for the rising freshman who first appeared on our radar in the offseason after dominating at PH Florida camp. He used that momentum to finish his freshman season with a 1st Team All-State SIAA Sunshine selection and helped The Rock finish with a 23-8 record with much-needed postseason experience added to his resume. This kid led the team in scoring with 17.0 PPG in his first high school season. Has a solid frame at 6-4 combined with a 6-7 wingspan that he uses on both ends of the floor. Sembower will be a premier recruit in years to come.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2122957' first='Zain' last='Majeed'] | F | 2027 | IMG | @zainmajeed_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We knew this kid would be a start after watching him perform against his peers in the off-season period. The rising star for IMG Academy made sure to get the most out of his freshman season, earning the SIAA Sunshine Division Player of the Year Award. Majeed is a physical 6-foot-7 product that can shoot and handle the rock was obvious from the film but his overall game on the court is something that will take him to the next level. Already has the frame to dominate his peers but he's also skilled with the ball in his hands and has decent ISO moves to find his spots. One of the more intriguing prospects in the 2027 class was a top standout no doubt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2195032' first='Camden' last='Cooper'] | CG | 2028 | SJCDS | @CamdenCooper15</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 stats:</strong> 18.3 PPG – 3.2 rebounds – 2.1 steals&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 8th-grade phenomenal guard prospect is intriguing when taking a look at his frame and potential upside. Cooper earned the FACA 2A District 6 Player of the Year award and hasn't even entered his freshman season. He helped lead St. John's Country Day to a 21-5 record with plenty to build on after getting some postseason experience. This kid has plenty of time to add to his frame where he can be more effective on the boards and defensive end but he has the tools to progress into a national recruit.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294408' first='Martay' last='Barnes'] | PG | 2027 | Holy Trinity | @ROCKOUTMARTAY</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 stats: </strong>17.3 PPG - 5.0 rebounds - 3.1 assists</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Talk about putting your name on the map in just your first high school season. [player_tooltip player_id='2294408' first='Martay' last='Barnes'] earned the 3A District 12 Player of the Year award after leading his team to a 21-7 record while scoring 17.3 PPG. The 6-2 point guard product is a must-watch with the ball in his hands. He's displayed his smooth handles and ability to get a bucket. Another rising 2027 prospect who has the skills to progress into a big-time recruit.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2194869' first='O'Neal' last='Delancy'] | G | 2027 | Gibbs | @0neal_Delancy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 stats: </strong>15.4 PPG - 2.6 rebounds - 2.1 steals<br>One of the true playmakers this season for Gibbs, this kid has everything you want in a rising prospect. If there was one 2027 guard that could potentially play Division I ball from his performance this season, that would be <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125504' first='Oneal' last='Delancy']</strong>. His advanced ball handling skills and body control are above average for his class and the confidence to take and make tough perimeter shots is evident. Delancy is a consistent shooter who can hit from midrange or create space to finish at the rim. He's a baller that will be a star for Gibbs High.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->