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2028’s Ready To Make an Impact

2028’s Ready To Make an Impact
Photo: Olympus Basketball
Hector Marquez
Hector Marquez September 10, 2025 @ 11:36 AM
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James Jackson
James Jackson 6'0" | PG | 2028
UT
Jack Layton
Jack Layton 6'3" | SF | 2028
UT
Alen Hadzialijagic
Alen Hadzialijagic 6'5" | SF | 2028
UT
Knox Westenskow
Knox Westenskow 6'6" | PF/SF | 2028
UT
Creed DeVries
Creed DeVries 6'0" | SG | 2028
UT
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the rankings going live today, it's an exciting time to identify the rising stars who may not be in the Top 5 but are poised to make a significant impact on the court. These players represent untapped potential and could very well become game-changers in the coming season. Their skill, dedication, and strategic thinking make them worth watching, even if they are flying under the radar currently. We will be sure to highlight their unique attributes and how they can contribute to their teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2675042"],"_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-68c1a90d34b7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Watch out for Cyprus, as last year, we just got a sample size of what Alen is capable of. This season, you can expect him to be more confident and even showcase better footwork and quickness. It would be a surprise if he is among the leaders in rebounds in the state regardless of class, and he should be close to a double-double average this coming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2838991"],"_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-68c1a90d34bfe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Layton is a high-motor prospect, an undersized forward who compensates with athleticism, grit, and strength. In the clips below, he's wearing #52, showcasing the motor he'll bring to the floor. His play can not only aid a young Farmington team but also lead to some exciting highlights as he moves around the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOAd2aqDZ-N/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=azdtOWsxeXFwMml4">https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOAd2aqDZ-N/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=azdtOWsxeXFwMml4</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2373809"],"_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-68c1a90d34c4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">DeVries is healthy and ready to make a statement, and he has been doing just that on the football field. As a receiver, he's been making spectacular plays. Expect him to bring the same energy and skill to the basketball court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2951721"],"_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-68c1a90d34c94"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Olympus has a promising young shooter. Their past has shown that exceptional shooting skills often lead to playing time. While it's uncertain if Jackson will get an opportunity, his potential is worth watching. Stay tuned to see how he develops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2563351"],"_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-68c1a90d34cdc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">If you haven't seen [player_tooltip player_id='2563351' first='Knox' last='Westenskow'] play, prepare to be impressed. He's now at Brighton High School, and this season will be his time to truly shine, unlike his previous season at a smaller school. Westenskow is a natural shooter with quick release, and his combination of size and floor-stretching ability could lead to a significant rise in the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

With the rankings going live today, it's an exciting time to identify the rising stars who may not be in the Top 5 but are poised to make a significant impact on the court. These players represent untapped potential and could very well become game-changers in the coming season. Their skill, dedication, and strategic thinking make them worth watching, even if they are flying under the radar currently. We will be sure to highlight their unique attributes and how they can contribute to their teams.

Alen Hadzialijagic

Alen Hadzialijagic

UT
SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2028
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Alen
Hadzialijagic SF
Class
2028
Height
6'5"
HS
Cyprus
|
UT
2028’s Ready To Make an Impact
Watch out for Cyprus, as last year, we just got a sample size of what Alen is capable...
Written by Hector Marquez
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Alen Hadzialijagic

State: Utah
School: Cyprus
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Highlights

Jack Layton

Jack Layton

UT
SF
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SF
CLASS 2028
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Jack
Layton SF
Class
2028
Height
6'3"
HS
Farmington
|
UT
2028’s Ready To Make an Impact
Layton is a high-motor prospect, an undersized forward who compensates with athleticism, grit, and strength. In the clips...
Written by Hector Marquez
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Jack Layton

State: Utah
School: Farmington
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Creed DeVries

Creed DeVries

UT
SG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS SG
CLASS 2028
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Creed
DeVries SG
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
HS
Weber
|
UT
2028’s Ready To Make an Impact
DeVries is healthy and ready to make a statement, and he has been doing just that on the...
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School: Weber
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James Jackson

James Jackson

UT
PG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PG
CLASS 2028
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James
Jackson PG
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
HS
Olympus
|
UT
2028’s Ready To Make an Impact
Olympus has a promising young shooter. Their past has shown that exceptional shooting skills often lead to playing...
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James Jackson

State: Utah
School: Olympus
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Knox Westenskow

Knox Westenskow

UT
PF/SF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS PF/SF
CLASS 2028
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Knox
Westenskow PF/SF
Class
2028
Height
6'6"
HS
Brighton
|
UT
2028’s Ready To Make an Impact
If you haven’t seen Knox Westenskow play, prepare to be impressed. He’s now at Brighton High School, and...
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Knox Westenskow

State: Utah
School: Brighton
Club: Utah Gold
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