Stock Risers from 2026 Rankings Update Part 2

Our 2026 rankings update saw a handful of players rise up our lists after strong ends to their junior season and in this article we'll break down five prospects who made statements over the past few months on the court.    One of the top shooters in Ohio, Vlosich has legit NBA range from downtown. With the ultimate green light, Vlosich makes some absurd shots every time I watch him play. While his shooting ability draws a ton of headlines, Vlosich is a gamer who is not afraid of the moment and has played with confidence ever since his first varsity outing for Saint Edward against state powerhouse Centerville. I expect Division I programs to closely monitor Vlosich this summer for both Saint Edward and Midwest Basketball Club MHC during live period events.     Jones was very impressive for Ohio Champion during Midwest Mania as their team has defeated a handful of circuit programs without taking a loss. Jones is a talented athlete who defends multiple positions, attacks with aggressiveness to the basket without being out of control and makes a big impact in transition. Jones is also shooting the ball with more confidence and could be the go-to option for Saint Ignatius this winter after their 2025 star duo of [player_tooltip player_id='1432034' first='Damon' last='Friery'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1491439' first='Quinn' last='Woidke'] are off to the Division I level. I expect Division I programs to be active with Jones, who already holds an offer to Jacksonville.     A perfect addition to Nova Village's 17 U group that's now on the UAA circuit, Martin has the prototypical size for a wing athlete and the elite perimeter shooting ability that makes him a perfect fit in a variety of offensive systems. A player who keeps trending upward, Martin gets better every time I watch him play after a few months. I expect Martin to get a bunch of Division I interest this summer as a spring live period in Hamilton, Ohio for the UAA circuit is the next opportunity for Division I schools to see Martin live on a team with multiple Division I targets.     One of the most exciting players in the state to watch, Nichols is a thrill to watch operate an offense and has helped lead his team to back-to-back state title games. Nichols is score first point guard who can create offensive in pick and roll or isolation situations. One of the best shooters in the state, Nichols makes some crazy shots from long distance and plays the game with extreme confidence and swagger. I think Nichols will be coveted by scholarship programs once more schools get their eyes on him in the summer.     Another player who continues to improve and produce, Barnett and [player_tooltip player_id='1708688' first='Trey' last='Drexler'] might be the most talented senior back-court in Ohio next season. The pair are getting extra chemistry together during the summer playing for [program_tooltip program_id='2673282' first='Ohio' last='Basketball Club']. Sean is a younger brother of two talented guards playing at the college level, Sean is next in line for the Barnett family that keeps producing talented basketball players. With the quickness, burst and athleticism to compete athletically and a smooth 3-point shot, Barnett checks boxes that colleges immediately look for with shooting guards.

Our 2026 rankings update saw a handful of players rise up our lists after strong ends to their junior season and in this article we'll break down five prospects who made statements over the past few months on the court.