Off-season Look: Prospects Who Need More Attention

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With offseason basketball in full swing, PH scout Drew Johnson is taking a closer look at some notable risers in the PH rankings. These players have shown significant improvement over the summer/fall periods and made notable impacts on the court this season. For this list, look at some impressive 2025 stars that could play big-time D1 ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2276460' first='Spencer' last='Clayton'] | PG | 2025 | Barron Collier | @Spencer1Clayton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>College coaches looking for a decent framed 6-3 combo guard that can shoot lights out but also make it happen with his passing ability, you have to get eyes on Clayton who has doing it all for Barron Collier to start the new season. Really impressed with his offensive scoring skill set and he's really improved his vision to find teammates.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1477728' first='Samuel' last='Shoptaw'] | CG | 2025 | Windermere Prep | @ShoptawSamuel</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shoptaw has been an immediate addition to the Windermere Prep basketball program. He's provided decent scoring production but we're highlighting this kid's ability to create with the passing game. He's up to 6.0 assists per game this season, good enough to lead the team. Shoptaw is an impact player who will be paying attention to as WP attempts to make consecutive state championship runs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1532911' first='Giordan' last='Easley'] | CG | 2025 | Cypress Lake | @G2Easley</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Easley has been on my radar since the off-season. He's one of the few true point guard prospects who displays good floor general aspects to his game and handles the rock well for the offense. He has a solid jumper as well, but the overall basketball IQ and multiple assists are what stand out when watching his game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jacob Douglas | G | 2025 | Sumner | @__JacobDouglas</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you are looking for an electric guard that can make it happen in 1v1 situations, college coaches you have to get eyes on this kid. Really impressed with his film. His body control and handles at the top of the key are deadly but the ability to finish will separate him from other prospects.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2217934' first='Talon' last='Brooks'] | SG | Class of 2025 | Osceola | @TalonBrooksATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brooks is a well-built guard prospect who scores well in transition and can get hot from mid-range. Has a good jumper from behind the arc that he uses to light it up on the score sheet. He's a physical guard that can score out a variety of sets and finish consistently around the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2217935' first='Terrence' last='Shannon'] | G | 2025 | Rockledge | @TShannon4_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Under-the-radar 2025 G <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2217935' first='Terrence' last='Shannon']</strong> helped lead Rockledge to a solid 20+ win season with a chance to push for a state title. Shannon has made a name for himself since performing well in a PH event before the fall season. Productive year for Shannon who recorded 13.4 ppg with 5.1 assists per game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1679384' first='Manuel' last='Castro'] | G | 2025 | Cypress Creek | @DominicanMamba7</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another slept-on riser who we have had eyes on since his notable performance in a PH event before the fall season. This kid has a motor that's always on as he can push the floor, crash the boards, just a do-it-all type of player who can make an impact at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->