2025 Rankings Update: New Additions – Point Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These guards have shown value as perimeter shooters and playmakers within their respective programs, bringing value this summer. As the high school season quickly approaches, these are a few backcourt additions who are primed for growth in the near future.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2021424"],"_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-66d896e80f384"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A smart playmaker who is a threat to opposing defenses on or off the ball, Gebhardt followed a productive summer with the Titans. Capable of flowing into three point attempts quickly, he is not fazed by the opposing contest. Dependable while attacking opposing contests, he does a great job handling defensive pressure, keeping his eyes up for the corner kick out or baseline cutter. Keep an eye on Gebhardt going into his season with Erie, playing a significant role in their success. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2403797"],"_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-66d896e80f41e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Evans has brought impactful rim pressure and ball handling abilities throughout the summer. A small school athlete out of Cotopaxi, the guard brings plenty of bounce for dunks at the rim. Alongside the athletic talents, Evans has great court vision to make the extra pass or thread the needle through multiple defenders. The guard brings legitimate value as a two-way backcourt prospect, bringing a high floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2384765"],"_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-66d896e80f494"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clagett reads the floor quickly, quick to take advantage of openings in the driving lanes. He seeks out easy looks, poking holes in the opposing defense however possible, routinely creating advantage for himself or teammates. Contributing a dependable 36% behind the arc last season, Clagett shows all the signs of a well rounded offensive weapon for Fossil Ridge. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2411808"],"_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-66d896e80f506"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Crump brings value spacing the floor, effective off the catch within short windows. The guard showed upside last season at Mead, effective generating energy off the bench, particularly on the offensive end. His confidence along the perimeter will be necessary for Mead's offensive upside this season, a role player worth following if they make another playoff run. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2393262"],"_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-66d896e80f578"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With a good handle to hang versus pressure, McKellar has a shot to crack the rotating this coming season. Although undersized, the guard has leveraged his low center of gravity to find openings in the halfcourt, showing upside facilitating the ball through this coming season. His growth as a perimeter shooter will be essential to rounding out his offensive game, although at 30% from distance this past season, McKellar could be a valuable rotation player on this program. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1577234"],"_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-66d896e80f5e8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A playmaking utility guard, Washington does the dirty work on the glass and holds his own defensively. A wiry strong guard, he is built to tackle a wide variety of opponents along the perimeter. Excellent at attacking openings in the defense, he pressures the rim or makes quick passes while the defense is rotating. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2294759"],"_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-66d896e80f658"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Christiansen provides plenty of perimeter playmaking for Lyons, bringing immense confidence as a perimeter shooter. Effective rising up for threes in the primary or secondary breaks, he keeps opposing defenses honest. As well as creating the bulk of offense for that team, his ability to pressure the rim keeps defenses guessing at all times. His three level scoring abilities alongside the court vision make him a valuable guard, particularly at the 3A level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->