Stock Up: Middle School Prospects Making Early Statements

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">The Peach State Championship Series featured a host of talented middle school teams and rising prospects who left a strong impression with their play. Here are several players who stood out with skill, poise, and promise for the future…</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2908998,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Haydyn-Lesniak-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Haydyn-Lesniak-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2908998" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Haydyn Lesniak</strong> (5'9/CG/2030/Team Loaded) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: Haydyn4963. lesniaklk / teamloaded2030</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Haydyn is a skilled combo guard with a developing offensive package that allows him to impact the game both with and without the ball. He scores with versatility by knocking down perimeter shots and creating off the bounce. His ball-handling ability and feel for the game enable him to generate offense for himself and create opportunities for teammates. He plays with confidence and composure beyond his years. Many may question his shooting technique which will probably be something he will eventually have to address on whether or not he will change it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2909001,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Kayden-Turner-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Kayden-Turner-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2909001" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Kayden Turner</strong> (5'8/CG/2030/Team Thad) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: _.kayy11 / @teamthadnation</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @TeamThadNation</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Kayden is a poised and polished guard who excels at running the offense and scoring at all three levels. He plays at his own pace, rarely rushed, and reads the floor well. His perimeter shooting was consistent, and he showed the ability to get to his spots and knock down shots in the midrange. His calm demeanor and decision-making stood out throughout the event.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2909004,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Devaughn-Bogany-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Devaughn-Bogany-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2909004" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2909013' first='Devaughn' last='Bogany']</strong> (5'10/CG/2029/Team Dr1ven) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: iamdevaughnbogany / teamdr1ven</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @iamdevaughnb / @teamdr1ven&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Devaughn plays with maturity and vision that sets him apart. He impressed with his ability to read and react out of ball screens and made several high-level passes in transition and half-court settings. His court awareness and timing as a passer were highlights of his game, along with his ability to break defenders down off the bounce. He is a very composed playmaker with upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2909005,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Bobby-Ancrun-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Bobby-Ancrun-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2909005" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Bobby Ancrun</strong> (5'10/CG/2029/Savannah Pittbulls) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: 2paidfr_ / OTG Pittbulls</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @BobbyAncrum2029</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Bobby is an aggressive, attacking guard who plays downhill with purpose. He consistently applied pressure on the defense by getting to the rim and drawing contact. His physicality and scoring mentality made him a tough matchup throughout the event. He thrives in transition and has the tools to develop into a go-to offensive threat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2909006,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Zion-Weems-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Zion-Weems-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2909006" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Zion Weems</strong> (5'3/SF/2030/The Most Talented-TMT) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: Wackemwooda&nbsp; / _tmtbball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Zion, despite being listed as a small forward operated primarily as the lead guard and showcased strong ball-handling, creativity, and vision. He demonstrated an ability to initiate offense, create off the bounce, and knock down perimeter shots when needed. I had a really good conversation with Zion and I look for him to stay in the lab and see significant growth in his game over the coming years. Zion has the foundation to grow into a really good playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2909007,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Kannon-Ergle-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/PHN-Kannon-Ergle-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2909007" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Kannon Ergle</strong> (6'1/PF/2030/Team Dr1ven) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: kannonergle</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Kannon may not have filled the box score, but his energy, effort, and motor were impossible to ignore. He was one of the hardest-working players at the event, as he went after 50/50 balls, crashed the boards, and did all the little things that help teams win. His physicality and hustle left a lasting impact, and he proved to be a key piece for Team Dr1ven.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->