2026 Rankings Update: Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These risers cannot go overlooked, providing improved scoring and playmaking production with the increased opportunities.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1555225"],"_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":"14.7 PPGrnrn3.8 APGrnrn3.7 RPGrnrn38% 3PrnrnBraketa's dependable shotmaking and playmaking helped Ralston Valley maintain a competitive record despite injuries to crucial players through sections of the season. A well rounded perimeter scorer, he can get to attempts from all three levels, regardless of a contest. 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An efficient shotmaker off the dribble, defenses at the 4A level had a headache attempting to contest his driving lanes. His positional strength makes him a versatile offensive weapon, effective out muscling opponents on drives. 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He recently impressed at the Spring Kick Off here in Denver, particularly on the defensive end, dominant on help side or at the point of attack.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66193bd96f690"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2107072"],"_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":"12 PPGrnrn11.3 RPGrnrn3.4 BPGrnrnJunker's immediate production for one of the state's top 6A programs was certainly a pleasant surprise this season. An instinctual shot blocker who is not afraid being physical, his production is due to excellent positioning against post threats. His continued offensive growth will be worth following, although he has a great foundation around the rim.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66193bd96f6e1"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1622293"],"_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":"12.7 PPGrnrn4.7 RPGrnrn3 APGrn47% 3PrnrnMoore's efficient perimeter shooting combined with his defensive skillset make him a significant riser in this class. He will be primed for a big summer and even more productive season at Douglas County. His continued growth as a primary creator will be fascinating, given his high floor in just about every other area of the game.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66193bd96f739"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2082743"],"_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":"19 PPGrnrn4.4 RPGrnrn2 APGrnrn1.1 BPGrnrnOwen is a wiry guard who has continued to progress as an athletic finisher in traffic. Effective getting up for finishes through contact and contests, the guard has proved himself as one of the most coveted guards in 1A. His continued growth as a shotmaker along the perimeter will be worth following, although we will get a better look at the guard on Hard2Guard's 16u group.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66193f16085b7"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1622247"],"_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":"5.3 PPGrnrn3.2 RPGrnrn1.7 APGrnrnPlaying up at the 17u level for Magic, Eason has held his own while attacking the rim, capable taking contact around the paint. 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