Fall Balling, Now Winter’s Calling: Class of 2025

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are at the midpoint of the high school football season, meaning basketball is on the horizon. After a stellar fall campaign, many student-athletes will transition from the field to the court. This article will cover four athletes currently finding the endzone and will soon find success beating the zone once the basketball season tips.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1580074"],"_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-66fb771fea38e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><a href="https://x.com/braylon_anderso">https://x.com/braylon_anderso</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A fantastic quarterback with 19 passing touchdowns, Anderson brings his toughness and leadership qualities to the basketball court as a floor general. He can set up his shot and create opportunities for his teammates, showing a willingness to get physical and mix it up for rebounds. Averaging 14 points, 7 rebounds, and nearly 5 assists per game last season, Anderson is an intelligent player who leads by example and does whatever it takes to win. His skill set and mentality make him a valuable asset for any team at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13541314/639a45bb02b2fa0c98af33d4' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66fb771fea4fd"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Darien Whitaker Jr","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77245","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Boys Town","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66fb771fea59c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><a href="https://x.com/WhitakerDarien">https://x.com/WhitakerDarien</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Holding multiple Division 1 football offers, Whitaker Jr. is an athletically gifted prospect who has scored 13 touchdowns across offense, defense, and special teams. Averaging a double-double on the basketball court in 2023-24, he uses his frame effectively to rebound and quickly converts put-backs. His ability to attack the rim with strong ball instincts, combined with his physicality and footwork in the paint, makes him a matchup nightmare for opponents. Whitaker Jrs. must-see athleticism will undoubtedly excite coaches, offering tremendous upside in both sports.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19106619/662936e3fd6c9d89fce5ca60' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003ern","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66fb771fea5c3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1580097"],"_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-66fb771fea613"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><a href="https://x.com/LigouriNixon">https://x.com/LigouriNixon</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A mobile quarterback with 11 rushing touchdowns on the year, Lugouri showcases his versatility by attacking creases on both the field and the court. He can finish through contact, he understands spacing and uses it to create scoring opportunities. With quick feet and unwavering confidence, Ligouri is aggressive with the ball in his hands and fearless in taking on any matchup. His combination of skillset and mental strength will seamlessly translate to the next level, making him a prospect to watch closely.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16130530/65ef8b6f0427fc09d8996fe8' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66fb771fea638"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1926222"],"_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-66fb771fea673"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><a href="https://x.com/NoahShoemaker22">https://x.com/NoahShoemaker22</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A dual-threat quarterback with 22 total touchdowns, Shoemaker is a scoring threat on the basketball court as well. A three-level scorer with solid handles, he creates his shot and attacks the basket with purpose, averaging over 14 points, 4 assists, and nearly 3 steals per game last season. He consistently puts pressure on opponents on both ends of the floor, just as dangerous from deep as he is in transition. With a tremendous skill set, paired with intelligence, effort, and leadership, he's a cornerstone piece for any program looking to build success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13391764/65e6a05f06609f0bccb59cff' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66fb771fea691"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->