Rankings Release: 2027’s Notable Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coverage for the <em>Class of 2027</em> rolls along with a look at some <em>Notable Newcomers</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These prospects are all new to the region this fall, transfering in to a variety of prep schools throughout the region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are five prospects to watch as pre-season open gyms kick off across New England.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2915911"],"_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-68c22302e4cae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Taggart, a highly regarded guard in the northeast, is a newcomer to these rankings and will play this season at<em> Putnam Science Academy</em>. He debuts at <em>#24</em> and quickly becomes one of the better shooters in the region. At 6'4", he has good size on the perimeter and can fill it up in a variety of ways. He's hard to guard when he gets downhill, has good burst when attacking the rim, and can make contested shots from all over the floor. On the other end, he guards every spot on the perimeter and generates steals in passing lanes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2959192"],"_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-68c22302e4d47"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Donohue, a skilled hybrid forward, joins the rankings after announcing that he will attend the <em>Newman School</em>. He debuts at <em>#45</em> and has a chance to be one of the top floor spacing forwards in the northeast right away. At 6'7", he has the size needed to get his shot off against almost any defender and does a good job of drawing slower footed forwards out of the paint, where he can attack them off the bounce. He's a fluid mover with plus athleticism and the ability to finish above the rim in space. Defensively, he rebounds it at a high rate and shows a good understanding of how to play angles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2959194"],"_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-68c22302e4dc7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Owusu-Aduomi, a big and athletic guard, climbs into the rankings after transferring into the <em>Tilton School</em>. He debuts at <em>#52</em> and should make an immediate impact in the NESCAC with his ability to make plays off the bounce. He's a big, 6'5" guard that has some real wiggle with the ball in his hands, shows plus athleticism, and is a crafty finisher in the paint. He does a nice job of playing at different speeds, keeping defenders off balance with jab steps, and even hits threes off the bounce. His physical gifts give him the ability to guard multiple positions, with a future as a high level defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2234110"],"_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-68c22302e4e44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Martin, a highly regard wing out of New York, makes his initial appearance in the rankings after transferring to <em>St. Andrew's School</em>. He debuts at <em>#54</em> and plays with a terrific two-way versatility. The 6'6" wing is an above the rim finisher in transition that has proven to be a capable three level scorer and shot maker. He has a quick first step as a driver, the strength to play through contact, and a fearlessness when attacking the rim. On the other end, he does a great job of rebounding in traffic and in space, then shows the ability to start the break in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2959199"],"_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-68c22302e4ebe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mordini, a talented big man, checks into the rankings for the first time after transferring into the <em>Avon Old Farms School</em>. He debuts at <em>#81</em> and should make an immediate impact in the NESCAC with his presence around the rim. The big man is a long and athletic 6'11", with the ability to quickly cover space and solid instincts on the defensive end of the floor. He's a great shot blocker coming out of rotations, does a nice job of rebounding in traffic, and can really run the floor in transition. Offensively, he's a serious lob threat in the half-court and plays with a high motor as an offensive rebounder.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out the rest of this week at we do a position by position breakdown for the <em>Class of 2027</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->