Breaking Down Five Risers College Coaches Should Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1301768' first='Caleb' last='Sanders'] | CG | 2026 | North Tampa Christian | @calebsanders_25</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sanders is a 6-foot-7 combo guard who excels with his versatile skill set. He's recently moved over to North Tampa Christian where he will be an instant producer. His shooting ability makes him a consistent threat from beyond the arc, stretching defenses. He also stands out in rebounding, using his size and athleticism effectively. Additionally, Sanders' ball-handling skills allow him to navigate defenses and facilitate plays. His combination of size, shooting, and versatility makes him a dynamic and valuable player. He's picked up a few offers this offseason including the University of California and the University of High Point.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1620358' first='Darius' last='Livingston'] | CG | 2025 | Discovery | @DariusLjr</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The highest scoring output recruit on the list is Livingston Jr. who has lit it up during the offseason AAU period. He's started building that confidence and scoring ability into the regular season for the Spartans who had a solid 20-7 season. College coaches look out for the rising junior to continue making noise this season with his scoring ability. Still has time to grow into his body but his speed, athletic ability, and DOG mentality has taken him to new heights this junior year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1450225' first='Tate' last='Darner'] | G | 2025 | Santa Fe | @TateDarner_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid is only getting better and growing more into his frame. One of my top five prospects to watch heading into the new season. Darner can put on a show and do it consistently. I've mentioned this now a few times, but Darner is the top sharpshooter in Polk County who has truly found his game in his junior season. I knew of his potential upside but to watch it on display this season has been truly impressive. He's a lights-out shooter as many know but it's the slept-on winning spirit and leadership mentality that may not show up on film. Watch out for Darner to continue developing and get the attention of college coaches.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2299651' first='Deandre' last='Harvey'] | G | 2026 | Williston | @deeharv_5</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Red Devils have a talented rising sophomore in <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2299651' first='Deandre' last='Harvey']</strong> who helped the team to a dominant state championship season. Harvey has shown off elite athleticism to explode near the rim where he's been a problem with plenty of time to add strength and jumping power. Once he puts it all together on the offensive side combined with the defensive competitiveness at 6-3, college coaches are going to be knocking on the door.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Nick Bearden | CG | 2025 | St. Pete | @nick_bearden3</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bearden is a scoring machine as he finished in the top 10 scoring list for 2025s with 22.1 ppg. He's put on some impressive showings in the offseason where he can be a primary ball handler and initiate the offense. The 6-3, 180-pound two-sport athlete is an athletic scoring guard who can generate some college interest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->