2027 Rankings: Stock-Riser Guards

Check out some guards rising the ranks after their sophomore seasons who have shown some impressive growth over the last year. These guys have all proven to be important guys on their teams and should see even bigger roles next season.    A hard-working guard who can impact the game in a lot of ways with his effort and decision-making, Price emerged this season as a big riser in the 2027 class. He's someone who can go out there and simply make the right reads. He's continued to grow in his ability to have the ball in his hands, deal with pressure, and elevate his playmaking. He's got a really nice outside shot and is a tough-nosed driver who can get to the paint and plays well off two.     Weatherspoon is an electric athlete and competitor who will bring it on both ends on a nightly basis. He's a tough slasher with great bursts and quickness who will absorb contact at the rim and challenge anyone in his way. He's also a standout on the defensive end with his long reach and trusts his instincts to make plays and force turnovers.     Kiehl ran point for a pretty balanced Monroe squad. He can hit the three at a good clip, has some good quickness and acceleration to attack gaps, and has a little extra edge he can tap into in crunch time. He really stands out on the defensive end with his on-ball pressure, quick feet, and great motor.     Woodard stepped into Richland's starting unit this year and fit right in as a reliable ballhandler and decision-maker. He has a good head, sees the floor well on both ends, and was able to pick his spots well whether it was being ready to shoot from the perimeter or attacking space. He plays a pretty level-headed style of hoop and is comfortable dropping in shots from each level while remaining a balanced point guard.     Zettle is a shifty guard who can shoot the ball at a high rate. Whether he is lining up from downtown or getting going downhill, he's a kid who can score the rock and create his own shots. He's a guy who stays on the attack and is looking to go when he gets the ball, and is able to take his quickness to the defensive end and create a little havoc on the ball.     Reuler is a smooth-shooting guard with extended range. He has some great moves to create separation and either get downhill or stop and pop, and is equally good at shooting off the catch or the dribble. He can get his shot off quickly too, thanks to great feet and smooth transitions into this shot. He proved he can get it going against tough competition this past year too, dropping in 31 points against Seattle Prep.     Dykstra is an undersized guard who exhibits some excellent potential with his shooting and ballhandling. He actually reminds me a lot of [player_tooltip player_id='1587970' first='Gannon' last='Dykstra'], who was also a little smaller early in high school. He has great fluidity and balance in his movements, can attack quickly off the catch, and is ready to shoot in space. Once he grows some and gets a little stronger, he could end up on a similar trajectory as Gannon with the skills he has shown early on.     Ah Hi is a dual-threat point guard who can score and set up teammates equally well. He has a good mix of patience and aggression, taking advantage of gaps when they open up and extending the pick and roll to attack the right window. He shot the three at a good rate this season but also showed good footwork to maneuver around defenders inside and get to the hoop.

Check out some guards rising the ranks after their sophomore seasons who have shown some impressive growth over the last year. These guys have all proven to be important guys on their teams and should see even bigger roles next season.