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Underclassmen making noise

Underclassmen making noise
Aasim Sullivan
Aasim Sullivan July 24, 2025 @ 08:44 PM
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Josh Charlot
Josh Charlot 5'10" | PG | 2027
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Colton Hiller
Colton Hiller 6'6" | SG/SF | 2028
PA
Mikey Chiara
Mikey Chiara 6'4" | CG/SG | 2028
NY
Kevin Wheatley Jr.
Kevin Wheatley Jr. 6'5" | SF | 2028
NY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some underclassmen making their presence felt as of late.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2234117"],"_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-6882e169443f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chiara is a tough, two-way player who competes hard on both ends of the floor. He plays with physicality and focus, taking pride in his defensive matchups. Offensively, he can score in multiple ways—attacking the rim, knocking down jumpers, or finishing through contact. His versatility and relentless effort make him a key contributor every time he steps on the court.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2485359"],"_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-6882e1694446b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hiller is a skilled stretch shooter with deep range and a smooth release. At just 14 years old, he played up with a 17U team this year, showing poise and confidence beyond his age. His ability to space the floor and knock down shots makes him a constant offensive threat. Hiller's maturity and shooting touch set him apart as a young player with serious potential.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Akeem McLaren ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Scanlan ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6882e1694452d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McLaren is a crafty guard with excellent feel and control on the ball. He consistently finds ways to get downhill and break down defenses with his quick first step. Around the rim, he shows creativity and touch, finishing through traffic and contact. His ability to create offense and keep defenders off balance makes him a dynamic playmaker.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194747"],"_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-6882e16944586"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wheatley is a big, skilled guard whose play has been turning heads this season. He combines size and ball-handling to create mismatches and control the pace of the game. With strong court vision and the ability to score at all three levels, he's a constant threat on the floor. Wheatley's blend of physical tools and skill makes him a standout presence in any lineup.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2568504"],"_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-6882e169445d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Charlot is a crafty guard with impressive quickness and advanced ball-handling skills. He uses his speed and shiftiness to create space and keep defenders on their heels. His ability to make plays off the dribble and finish in tight spaces makes him a constant offensive threat. Charlot's poise and skill set allow him to impact the game both as a scorer and a facilitator.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Here are some underclassmen making their presence felt as of late.

Mikey Chiara

Mikey Chiara

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS CG/SG
CLASS 2028
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Mikey
Chiara CG/SG
Class
2028
Height
6'4"
HS
Cushing Academy
|
NY
Underclassmen making noise
Chiara is a tough, two-way player who competes hard on both ends of the floor. He plays with...
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Mikey Chiara

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State: New York
School: Cushing Academy
Club: New Heights
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Colton Hiller

Colton Hiller

PA
SG/SF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS SG/SF
CLASS 2028
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Colton
Hiller SG/SF
Class
2028
Height
6'6"
HS
Coatesville
|
PA
Underclassmen making noise
Hiller is a skilled stretch shooter with deep range and a smooth release. At just 14 years old,...
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Colton Hiller

State: Pennsylvania
School: Coatesville
Club: PSA Cardinals
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Akeem McLaren

Akeem McLaren

HEIGHT 6'0"
POS CG
CLASS 2028

Akeem McLaren

School: Scanlan
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Kevin Wheatley Jr.

Kevin Wheatley Jr.

NY
SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2028
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Kevin
Wheatley Jr. SF
Class
2028
Height
6'5"
HS
Our Saviour Lutheran
|
NY
Underclassmen making noise
Wheatley is a big, skilled guard whose play has been turning heads this season. He combines size and...
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Kevin Wheatley Jr.

State: New York
School: Our Saviour Lutheran
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Josh Charlot

Josh Charlot

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PG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Josh
Charlot PG
Class
2027
Height
5'10"
HS
Notre Dame-Fairfield
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Underclassmen making noise
Charlot is a crafty guard with impressive quickness and advanced ball-handling skills. He uses his speed and shiftiness...
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Josh Charlot

State: New England
School: Notre Dame-Fairfield
Club: Riverside Hawks NYC
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