2027 Rankings Update: 3A/4A Newcomer Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(74) CG [player_tooltip player_id='2125403' first='Sam' last='Ralston'] (Dowling Catholic)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ralston is a 6-0 guard (pictured) who has played sparingly for the Maroons on the varsity roster this year, but who figures to be a pretty important part of their future. He can play with or without the ball in his hands, shooting it well off the catch and creating plays off the dribble for his teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(82) SG [player_tooltip player_id='2754725' first='Junior' last='Gatkuouth'] (Council Bluffs Jefferson)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6-0 shooting guard is a volume shooter who loves to launch it from the 3-point line. He's asked to carry a heavy scoring load for an inexperienced Yellow Jackets team, and if he can continue to improve at using his shot to open up the rest of his game, he could be a nice prospect to keep an eye on out in western Iowa.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(85) SG [player_tooltip player_id='2754667' first='Jassiah' last='Harris'] (Davenport Central)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An athletic player in the backcourt with good size at 6-3, Harris has seen a good amount of minutes as a role player, largely off the bench, for a Blue Devils team that has been much better than expected this year. His size, length, and athleticism are a major asset.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(89) PG [player_tooltip player_id='2396064' first='William' last='Rahe'] (Cedar Rapids Washington)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On a really young Washington team, Rahe has stepped up and established himself as a leader as just a sophomore. He's a smart guard who keeps the ball moving on the offensive end, and he's a tough finisher around the rim who can power through contact. He's averaging 6.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.4 steals per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(118) SG [player_tooltip player_id='2382569' first='Landon' last='Campe'] (Algona)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Campe has been efficient as a sophomore, shooting nearly 51% from the floor. He's a quick guard who likes to play downhill and get to the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(119) PG [player_tooltip player_id='2116967' first='Tramaine' last='Horton'] (Hampton-Dumont-CAL)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Horton has been a mainstay at our Prep Hoops events over the last few years and you can really see his game continue to develop with the Bulldogs. He still needs to become more efficient and add some strength, but he's a good ball-handler who sees the floor well and he can put his teammates in positions to succeed with his ability to create. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(122) SG [player_tooltip player_id='2381209' first='Jamison' last='Niehouse'] (Marshalltown)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Niehouse is a 6-0 guard who is part of a group of 2027s at Marshalltown that should have the Bobcat faithful excited. He can play with or without the ball in his hands, shooting it off the catch or creating off the dribble effectively. He'll pair with [player_tooltip player_id='2381208' first='Drake' last='Gersema'] to give Marshalltown a quality one-two punch in the backcourt next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(123) PG [player_tooltip player_id='2629862' first='O'Ryan' last='Rowe'] (Assumption)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rowe is a lightning quick guard who uses his speed to his advantage on both ends of the floor. He hasn't played many varsity minutes yet this year for the Knights, but he'll be a big piece for them in the coming years. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(130) PG [player_tooltip player_id='2378565' first='Ayden' last='Moersfelder'] (Cedar Falls)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This will come as a shock, but Cedar Falls is once again absolutely loaded with young talent. Moersfelder is another in that group. He's a tough, scrappy on-ball defender who moves his feet really well and takes pride in his work on that end of the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(135) PG [player_tooltip player_id='2754695' first='Jaryn' last='Griffith'] (Marion)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marion is another school with a 2027 class to be excited about, and Griffith, a 5-10 guard, is a big part of it. He's averaging 10.6 points and shooting 43% from behind the arc for the Wolves. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(137) CG [player_tooltip player_id='2426910' first='Grady' last='Ross'] (Linn-Mar)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another skilled guard who can play with or without the ball in his hands, Ross moves well without the ball and can also create quality looks for his teammates off the dribble. He shoots it well off the catch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(143) PG [player_tooltip player_id='2754704' first='Nathan' last='Manske'] (Algona)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A good athlete with some strength from his guard spot, Manske has been really productive for the Bulldogs as a sophomore, averaging 8.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.7 steals per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(147) SG [player_tooltip player_id='2754714' first='Trey' last='Osterhaus'] (Carlisle)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Osterhaus has been really good for the Wildcats as a sophomore, averaging 14.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game while shooting 38% from behind the arc. A 5-11 guard who who get to the rim or knock down shots off the catch, he has emerged as a reliable all-around offensive weapon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(150) CG [player_tooltip player_id='2481793' first='Rhett' last='Driskell'] (Creston)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Driskell is averaging 10.9 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.8 steals per game on 45-37-68 shooting splits for the Panthers. He shoots it well off the dribble, getting the ball into his shooting pocket quickly off the bounce.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->