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2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50

2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
Britt Wright
Britt Wright August 31, 2024 @ 10:12 AM
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Ayden Thompson
Ayden Thompson 6'7" | PF | 2025
CA-N
Malachi Johnson
Malachi Johnson 6'9" | C | 2025
CA-N
Isaiah Ackerman
Isaiah Ackerman 6'3" | SF | 2025
CA-N
Ahzeil Franklin
Ahzeil Franklin 6'5" | SF | 2025
CA-N
Ryder Bush
Ryder Bush 6'1" | CG | 2025
CA-N
Elliot Conley
Elliot Conley 6'4" | SF/SG | 2025
CA-N
Thomas Conley
Thomas Conley 6'4" | SG/SF | 2025
CA-N
Xan Meyer-Plettner
Xan Meyer-Plettner 6'7" | PF | 2025
CA-N
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PH NorCal has updated the 2025 Rankings. In this group we have the top ranking risers in this class who have earned their way into the top 50 rankings with their play on the court. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1983727"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66d131336b8e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ackerman vaulted up to 21 from 72 with his steady and productive play throughout the Spring and Summer while playing with Team Arsenal. He's a playmaking guard with a versatile skill set, that allows him to involve others, and generate buckets while playing at a high level. His 18.5 ppg, 7R, 2.6 steals led his high school team. He has a nice frame to build up, a good understanding of the game. He's got the attention of college coaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2356770"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66d131336b94f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson seems to be coming into his own at the right time. The 6'9 wiry prospect is loaded with next level possibilities. He's a court runner, and a rim protector. He has a skill set on the offensive side that continues improve. We've seen him work from the short corners and the high post. He can use a dribble or two. He'll put a 3ptr. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1530339"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66d131336b991"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He's become one of NorCal's better forwards standing 6'7. He's an experienced prospect ready to take his game to another level. He had a breakout season that ended with a dominant performance in the State Championship game. He's continued into the Spring and Summer adding pieces to his overall game. Improved footwork, using a dribble or two, high post jumpers, and an occasional 3ptr. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":[2406862],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66d131336b9cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He's a legitimate prospect who getting attention from college coaches. He has work to do in his development, nonetheless the 6'7 forward made good strides starting the Spring with NBBA on the Under Armor Circuit. He's strong with a nice size frame to add more bulk. He works hard going after rebounds, and defending his position. With continued offensive development, foot work, balance he'll be hard to guard at this level. We'll see more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1806731"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66d131336ba0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He's a rising prospect with a quality set of guard skills on one of NorCal's top teams. He has the moves to create shots for himself working from the sides, and in transition. He has the know how to run the point guard position with vision, passing and decision making. He's a quality defender with the foot speed to stay close. He has lift on the mid-range, 3pt range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1572967"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66d131336ba4d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">No player in NorCal has done more to help himself than [player_tooltip player_id='1572967' first='Elliot' last='Conley']. He's pretty much had a breakout Spring and Summer playing with Lakeshow, and his high school team. He's raised his overall skill set to a point where he's a legitimate point producer in different ways. He's knocking down 3's at a good rate, using his dribble to get closer to the rim, he'll finish in the paint. In transition he might dunk on you. He'll get his share of rebounds. Improved handles, good passer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1983711"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66d131336ba89"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He has good size and strength with decent handles. He can play big guard or work from the forward position. He'll use his dribble from the perimeter to get into the paint to challenge defenders at the rim, or pull-up for paint jumpers. He has range to hits 3's around the perimeter. At 6'5 he'll help rebound, and defend multiple positions. Consistency is key. Good upside, sleeper maybe.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1572968"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66d332c5d5d32"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thomas like his brother have made a big jump in their productivity on the court. Thomas seems to be more of a scrapper, while he's fined tuned his shot making from behind the 3-point line. He's active getting his hands on loose balls, and battling inside going after rebounds, and points in traffic. The twins will be key contributors this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

PH NorCal has updated the 2025 Rankings. In this group we have the top ranking risers in this class who have earned their way into the top 50 rankings with their play on the court.

Isaiah Ackerman

Isaiah Ackerman

CA-N
SF
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SF
CLASS 2025
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Isaiah
Ackerman SF
Class
2025
Height
6'3"
HS
Aptos
|
CA-N
2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
Ackerman vaulted up to 21 from 72 with his steady and productive play throughout the Spring and Summer...
Written by Britt Wright
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Isaiah Ackerman

State: Northern California
School: Aptos
Club: Arsenal
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Malachi Johnson

Malachi Johnson

CA-N
C
HEIGHT 6'9"
POS C
CLASS 2025
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Malachi
Johnson C
Class
2025
Height
6'9"
HS
Inderkum
|
CA-N
2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
Johnson seems to be coming into his own at the right time. The 6’9 wiry prospect is loaded...
Written by Britt Wright
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Malachi Johnson

State: Northern California
School: Inderkum
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Xan Meyer-Plettner

Xan Meyer-Plettner

CA-N
PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2025
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Xan
Meyer-Plettner PF
Class
2025
Height
6'7"
HS
Oakland Tech
|
CA-N
2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
He’s become one of NorCal’s better forwards standing 6’7. He’s an experienced prospect ready to take his game...
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Xan Meyer-Plettner

State: Northern California
School: Oakland Tech
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Ayden Thompson

Ayden Thompson

CA-N
PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2025
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Ayden
Thompson PF
Class
2025
Height
6'7"
HS
Benicia
|
CA-N
2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
He’s a legitimate prospect who getting attention from college coaches. He has work to do in his development,...
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Ayden Thompson

State: Northern California
School: Benicia
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Ryder Bush

Ryder Bush

CA-N
CG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS CG
CLASS 2025
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Ryder
Bush CG
Class
2025
Height
6'1"
HS
Archbishop Riordan
|
CA-N
2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
He’s a rising prospect with a quality set of guard skills on one of NorCal’s top teams. He...
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Ryder Bush

State: Northern California
School: Archbishop Riordan
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Elliot Conley

Elliot Conley

CA-N
SF/SG
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2025
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Elliot
Conley SF/SG
Class
2025
Height
6'4"
HS
San Ramon Valley
|
CA-N
2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
No player in NorCal has done more to help himself than Elliot Conley . He’s pretty much had...
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Club: Lakeshow
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Ahzeil Franklin

Ahzeil Franklin

CA-N
SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2025
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Ahzeil
Franklin SF
Class
2025
Height
6'5"
HS
Monterey Trail
|
CA-N
2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
He has good size and strength with decent handles. He can play big guard or work from the...
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Ahzeil Franklin

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State: Northern California
School: Monterey Trail
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Thomas Conley

Thomas Conley

CA-N
SG/SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG/SF
CLASS 2025
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Thomas
Conley SG/SF
Class
2025
Height
6'4"
HS
San Ramon Valley
|
CA-N
2025 Rankings Update: Risers Into The Top 50
Thomas like his brother have made a big jump in their productivity on the court. Thomas seems to...
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Thomas Conley

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School: San Ramon Valley
Club: Lakeshow
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