2027’s New Top 10 in New England

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Rankins Update</em>&nbsp;coverage continues with a look at the new&nbsp;<em>Top 10</em>&nbsp;in the&nbsp;<em>Class of 2027</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There was plenty of movement within the <em>Top 10</em> this time around, with <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2341434' first='DJ' last='Hawkins']</em></strong> taking over the <strong><em>#1</em></strong> spot and both <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1958489' first='Clyde' last='Walters']</em></strong> (<strong><em>#7</em></strong>) and <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2194345' first='TJ' last='Allen']</em></strong> (<strong><em>#8</em></strong>) making their first appearances in the <em>Top 10</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below, we'll break down the updated&nbsp;<em>Top 10</em>, with a look at what skill makes each of these prospects intriguing in the long term.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2341434' first='DJ' last='Hawkins']:</em></strong> A long, playmaking wing at <em>St. Thomas More</em>, he has an advanced offensive game for a sophomore. At 6'7", he has the ability to see over most defenders as a passer, the size to take advantage of matchups as a scorer, and the length to be an impactful wing defender.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2470964' first='Antonio' last='Pemberton']:</em></strong> A heady lead guard at <em>Brewster Academy</em>, he might be the most experienced sophomore in the region. He has tons of big game experience and it shows, he's always composed with the ball in his hands, continues to limit his turnovers, and doesn't shy away from the moment.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2470973' first='Greyson' last='Pierce']:</em></strong> A big time athlete on the wing for <em>Loomis Chaffee</em>, he's already making an impact with his versatility on both ends of the floor. He can attack the basket off the bounce, consistently knocks down shots from behind the arc, and is capable of guarding up and down a position.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2470853' first='Kamsi' last='Awaka']:</em></strong> A physical and athletic big man, the <em>Cheshire Academy</em> forward is as efficient on the offensive end of the floor as any sophomore in New England. He continues to expand his game while still showing the ability to score with either hand around the basket.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2470882' first='Theo' last='Edema']:</em></strong> A true 7' at <em>Cushing Academy</em>, it would be easy to say his size stands out, but what really seperates him is his motor and physicality in the paint. He's athletic, mobile, and strong, does his best to dunk everything around the rim, and alters a ton of shots on the other end of the floor.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2470840' first='Josiah' last='Adamson']:</em></strong> The 6'3" guard from <em>CATS Academy</em> continues to turn heads with his aggressiveness on the offensive end of the floor. He's a tough cover when he'd gets downhill off the bounce and finishes well around the rim, utilizing his strength and creativity to play through contact.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1958489' first='Clyde' last='Walters']:</em></strong> An impressive athlete out of <em>Brewster Academy</em>, he is a high level scorer that does a great of attacking the baseline and finishing with authority at the rim. He has great size on the wing, has an explosive first step off the dribble, and can score at all three levels.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2194345' first='TJ' last='Allen']:</em></strong> A tough scorer on the perimeter, the <em>St. Sebastian's</em> guard has had a coming out party this season. He's a talented scorer that does a great job of driving and finishing with his off hand, he has impressive floor vision as a facilitator, and can really knock down shots in catch and shoot situations.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2407057' first='Declan' last='Griffiths']:</em></strong> Another long and lean perimeter athlete, the <em>Avon Old Farms</em> wing stands out with his competitiveness. He's not the most physical or strongest prospect, but he doesn't back down from anyone and seems to bring his game to another level in the games tightest moments.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2470859' first='Sonny' last='Batchelor']:</em></strong> At 6'6", the <em>Westminster</em> wing makes a statement every time he takes the floor, playing with impressive effort, energy, and physicality. While he's already quiet skilled, proving to be a true three level scoring threat, it's how hard he plays that sets the bar for his teammates every time out.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out this week as we continue to expand on our updated 2027 rankings, with thoughts on&nbsp;<em>newcomers</em>,&nbsp;<em>risers</em>, and more!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->