2027 Rankings Update: Superlatives – Part 1

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><em><strong>Prepped for Playoff Appearances</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">with [player_tooltip player_id='1722623' first='Christian' last='Williams'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2048132' first='Luke' last='Howery']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reaching the Elite 8 last season with Chaparral, this duo has continued to reaffirm their value in various showcases and club basketball success. Particularly within the Under Armour circuit, they played pivotal roles in leading Mountain Stars to a 15U championship. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1722623"],"_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-670155ed3911f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams will lead the show this time around, handling duties as a pick and roll playmaker who can score from all three levels. His high motor and acuity on the defensive end make him the most impactful prospect within this class, set to provide success for a team in arguably the most strenuous conference in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2048132"],"_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-670155ed39176"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Howery plays well alongside Williams, bringing quick passing instincts paired with recent growth scoring along the perimeter. At roughly 6'4, his blend of IQ, skill, and constant motor makes him a tremendous asset who always finds ways to impact winning. Keep in mind that of all players on Chaparral last season, at the time first year guard [player_tooltip player_id='2048132' first='Luke' last='Howery'] led the team in rebounds per game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><em><strong>Building a New Look Team</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Archie Weatherspoon Leading the Movement</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2048129"],"_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-670155ed391be"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Weatherspoon's finesse shot making and dependable decision making have allowed the guard to succeed particularly within the club environment. Set to succeed with a new look roster involving wing [player_tooltip player_id='1799811' first='Aidan' last='Perez'] and budding forward [player_tooltip player_id='2418490' first='Marceles' last='Duncan'], Rangeview could be primed for a breakout year. Alongside a few other talented perimeter playmakers and wing shotmakers, that roster will be bolstered with size unlike last season. Weatherspoon will be crucial to facilitating for that group, alongside drawing in immense gravity as a shotmaker from all three levels. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Two-Way Production from Jordon Dotson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2048135"],"_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-670155ed39201"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dotson was particularly impressive off the bat due to his scoring efficiency paired with the strong frame to build on prior success. Improving as a point of attack defender, the guard is set to succeed on both ends for a George Washington group bursting at the seams with perimeter talent. Already proving he can hit contested shot attempts along the perimeter, Dotson has found repeated success as a kick out option. If needed to attack the rim, his strength has improved, allowing him to draw even more fouls per possession. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Liberty Looks to Make Waves with Cam Cunningham, [player_tooltip player_id='2287824' first='Evan' last='Trinidad'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2287825' first='Gavyn' last='Franz']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This trio will be depended upon for a large amount of offense in the coming seasons, particularly after star frontcourt prospect [player_tooltip player_id='1493068' first='London' last='Praytor'] departs. That being said, this season the group has plenty of talent to succeed deep into the year. Bringing more confidence as scoring threats with all three names, this group should be a bit more refined within the halfcourt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2139161"],"_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-670155ed39245"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cunningham continues to build upon his height advantage, adding to his options as a shotmaker versus contests. Capable of creating space one on one or out of ball screens, the guard looks to be a legitimate creator down at Liberty.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2287824"],"_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-670155ed39283"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Trinidad has refined his perimeter skills, becoming even more dependable as a secondary playmaker. Already a dependable shooter off the catch, the guard has shown growth in his pull-up scoring, capable under different coverages. Defensively, his high motor on the help side or loose balls have made him productive along the margins. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2287825"],"_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-670155ed392c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Franz brings good size and efficient shooting off the catch, showing capabilities as a wing scorer for this group. Effective off of kickouts, the guard has found repeated success in the last few months, gaining confidence versus incoming closeouts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->