New Names from 2025 Rankings Update Part 2
In this article:
Our 2025 rankings update saw over a dozen prospects make their debut in our rankings, in this article we’ll break down eight new names from our rankings update. Daviawne Crim OH #128 CG #16 HEIGHT 6'1" POS CG CLASS 2025…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingOur 2025 rankings update saw over a dozen prospects make their debut in our rankings, in this article we’ll break down eight new names from our rankings update.
Fairfield has a deep 2025 class and I was impressed with what Crim showed me in the playoffs. Getting better each time I see him, Crim has good physical tools including length, which allowed him to force 1.3 turnovers a game. Second on his team in scoring, Crim plays well as a guard who can attack closeouts, score in transition and use his shiftiness on the ball. Crim also shot 34% on 93 3-point attempts this season, showing he’s a real threat from downtown. The one thing I want to see from Crim is improved decision making as a passer, Crim had 1.1 assists to 1.6 turnovers this season, if he can flip those numbers, he could move up our rankings.
Recently going over 1,000 points for his high school career and a career-high 43 points, Olson is one of the top small-town scorers in NW Ohio. With elite perimeter shooting ability from 3-point range, Olson can get hot in a hurry from downtown. He was second in the SBC in scoring among their three divisions and could lead the league in scoring next season. I haven’t caught Olson in person since last summer and will be curious to see how his body has developed over the past 10 months.
Mentor plays at probably the fastest pace in the state and their run and gun style of play and frantic defense. Frasure-Azzano does a lot of dirty work for the Cardinals, helping out as a rebounder and bringing physicality on both ends of the floor. A quick decision maker as well, Frasure-Azzano is a solid complimentary piece. With how many possessions the Cardinals get a game, the ball finds Frasure-Azzano enough where he’s able to knock down an open shot or score in the paint. The Cardinals are prepping for a district final game against Massillon Jackson, where Frasure-Azzano will be counted on to do the little things to help the Cardinals move on.
Western Hills had five players average over 9 PPG this season, showing their depth of offensive options. I was impressed with how Keita played in a playoff win over Kings. I attended two Western Hills games this season and Keita scored a season-high 15 points in both games. A strong forward who is starting to flash perimeter skill with shooting and ball handling flashes. His motor is another one of his better skills, averaging over 7 rebounds a game and almost two blocks. With three of the Mustangs top five scorers graduating, Keita could have a breakout senior season.
Summit Country Day had a solid run to the district title game and of their five top scorers, two were Juniors and two were Sophomores. I caught Wolujewicz at the Midwest Basketball Club Fall League in Cincinnati and was intrigued by his perimeter shooting for his size. He didn’t shoot a high volume of 3’s, but making 56% of 3’s and 70% of free throws show his shooting is a legit skill. He still needs a lot of work on the offensive end and moving his feet defensively, but he has the tools to become a productive player at the college level. Best to be patient with bigs, they take longer to develop!
They had a disappointing end to their season in the district semis but I thought this team showed a lot of fight after graduating a senior class that led them to the state semifinals. The 2025 class has a couple pieces to build with, including Gordon. He mixes it up defensively and makes the right pass. One thing you can always count on with Bishop Ready kids is they know how to play the game and Gordon is no different. I’m excited to continue to follow Gordon’s trajectory during his senior season as he’s a prospect who recently got put on my radar.
A multi-sport athlete for GlenOak, Broom competes on the hardwood and the diamond in the federal league. Broom has had an impressive Junior season as he’s able to create with the ball in his hands. I like how Broom passes the ball, his best passing trait is the skip pass from one of the court to the other. A heavy left handed driver, Broom wants to attack using his dominant hand. Makes plays happen on both ends of the court, if GlenOak is going to win a district title, getting Broom back from a reported illness that caused him to miss the district semifinal could be the boost they need.