Updates 2027 Rankings: SEPA Stock Risers…Part II

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On Tuesday we published our updated Class of 2027 rankings. By now you know that dynamic combo guard [player_tooltip player_id='2195052' first='Tyler' last='Sutton'] sits at No 1 in our latest rankings. Sutton is followed closely at No. 2 by outstanding hybrid-forward [player_tooltip player_id='2407095' first='Zion' last='Green']. Both players have each already received several DI offers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today we want to dive into our Class of 2027 rankings and review four players who used the spring grassroots season, June's high school live period and the July circuit to increase their recruiting stock significantly. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is Part II in our review of <em>“stock risers” </em>from southeastern Pennsylvania's Class of 2027. College coaches need to keep an eye on these prospects for the remainder of the summer and into the fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>23 to 3…</em></strong><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2397578' first='Jaydn' last='Jenkins'] </strong><strong>– 6'8″ / Archbishop Wood / [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] EYBL / Small Forward: </strong>At the end of May, we noted that Jenkins was a sleeper prospect to watch this summer. Well, Jenkins made our prediction look smart by posting tremendous live periods in June and July. He was especially impressive at last week's highly competitive Peach Jam tournament. With his 7-foot wingspan, Jenkins is an intimidating shot blocker and plus rebounder at both ends. In fact, he was one of the most consistent rim protecting 2027 prospects we saw all summer. On offense, Jenkins can finish in close with either hand, work the offensive glass for buckets, play the dunker spot and operate in pick-n-roll. Jenkins glides up and down the court, so he is an option on the secondary break as well. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>22 to 17…</em></strong><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2427367' first='Aiden' last='Diehl'] </strong><strong>– 6'5″ / Cumberland Valley / [program_tooltip program_id='2423459' first='PA' last='Hoops Academy'] / Shooting Guard:</strong> Back in April we predicted that spring / summer 2024 would be Diehl's time to shine and that is exactly what he did during the recent live periods. The main asset that college coaches will love about Diehl is his accurate three-point shooting. Diehl's owns a quick trigger and logo range. He can lace threes of every variety but excels at knocking down triples off the dribble. When he was not popping treys, Diehl used his size and athleticism to score in the open court. His ability to attack the paint off the bounce is a developing weapon. This summer Diehl proved to be an underrated rebounder too. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>63 to 21…</em></strong><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2427983' first='Cole' last='Trn'] </strong><strong>– 6'1″ / Hill School / [program_tooltip program_id='2428018' first='Sideline' last='Cancer'] / Combo Guard:</strong> After a monster July in which he was a top performer at the Rare Footage Pre-Live Showdown as well as on the MADE Hoops Circuit, Trn skyrocketed up our rankings. At the MADE Hoops Summer Live tournament, Trn posted a 26-point effort that included 6 made threes. In addition to splashing threes from all around the arc, Trn is a crafty ball handler. Over the last two months, Trn proved he can work as a point guard who uses dribble drives to create opportunities for himself or teammates. Once he gets to the rim, Trn owns a deep bag of creative finishing moves. Trn has also shown recently that he can pilot the fast break for scores or assists.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>58 to 41…</em></strong><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2407120' first='Gage' last='Cunningham'] </strong><strong>– 6'3” / Episcopal Academy / [program_tooltip program_id='2078697' first='Philly' last='Pride'] UAA / Shooting Guard:</strong> Cunningham established a name for himself this summer with standout performances at the Mid-Atlantic Independent Schools Team Camp and Big Shots Philly Jam as well as on the UAA circuit. At the MAISTC, Cunningham scored 17-points against Blair Academy (NJ). Cunningham displayed extreme versatility in that contest as he scored at every level, rebounded, and blocked shots. Cunningham is a “big guard,” and he understands how to use that physicality to his advantage. So, this summer Cunningham frequently played bully ball on defenders until he got to his spot. Over the last two months, Cunningham also showed that he is comfortable posting up smaller guards. As a nice bonus, Cunningham's size and speed enable him to be a transition scorer who can convert through contact. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->