Top New Guards from 2027 Rankings Update Part 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our 2027 rankings update saw over 30 players get added to our list, in this article we'll break down five guards who were added to our rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2532424"],"_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-67d48ae782ce5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Saint Ignatius has a nice mix of experience and youth and Dari has gotten valuable experience on a Division I regional championship squad. I've gotten to see Dari play at our Prep Hoops Expo and also as a rotation piece for the Wildcats, making plays off the dribble consistently. I like Dari's change of direction off the dribble as he can attack going both ways. Also showing his ability to shoot the ball, Dari had a sweet pull-up 3-pointer Vs Louisville to end the third quarter. I expect Dari to be a household name in northeast Ohio next season when he plays a more lead role for the Wildcats.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2124183"],"_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-67d48ae782d47"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top sophomore scorers in Ohio, Reece averaged over 23 PPG for Berea-Midpark this season. I love the motor he plays with as he flies around the court which is a perfect fit for the Titans full-court pressure and high-tempo style of play. Reece also has a strong frame which also helps him out on the gridiron during the fall. A guard who has shown the ability to go off on the right night, dropping 41 on Saint Edward early in the season. I'll be curious to see if Reece grows a little more and how he evolves as a player. He's already very productive at the high school level and excels in multiple sports, the type of kid small college programs would love to add to their program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2392357"],"_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-67d48ae782d91"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The TAAC has a sneaky amount of young talent as Maumee Valley Country Day and Emmanuel Christian also have ranked guards in our 2027 rankings alongside Graham. Graham put up impressive numbers for Cardinal Stritch this season as a wing guard scorer who has impressive athleticism and slashing ability. After his strong season Graham was named first team all-conference and first team all-district. After a strong effort at the Toledo Top 64, I'll be excited to see Graham in an organized setting this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2347406"],"_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-67d48ae782dd2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lima Sr is one of the most talented teams in the state and Simpson is a player who could play a leading scorer role on a lot of other teams. With the Spartans, Simpson plays tough defense, pushes the pace and sets the table. With his toughness, athleticism and activity, Simpson is a nice fit for the up-tempo style the Spartans like to play with. I'll be curious to continue to see how Simpson develops as an offensive player because he already impacts the game without needing to score the ball which is impressive for a young player at the varsity level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2301454"],"_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-67d48ae782e0f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A lefty shot maker who had a strong summer for Nova Village at the 15 U level and followed it up with 9 PPG for Springfield in the GWOC as a Sophomore. I've been impressed with Wallace's ability to space the floor and make contested shots. Wallace also can create for others as he tied for fifth in the conference in assists. Hoping to get eyes on Wallace early this spring as I wasn't able to catch a Springfield game in person this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->