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6A Players: Breakout Season Loading

6A Players: Breakout Season Loading
Photo: Herriman
Hector Marquez
Hector Marquez October 19, 2025 @ 03:53 PM
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Will Cain
Will Cain 6'4" | SF/SG | 2026
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Azan Afridi
Azan Afridi 6'3" | CG/SF | 2027
UT
Joel Gardner
Joel Gardner 5'11" | PG | 2026
UT
JT Turley
JT Turley 6'1" | PG | 2026
UT
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are a few prospects heading into the season who should have a breakout season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2539690"],"_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-68f535e073f73"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Syracuse is one of the 6A schools boasting strong scoring depth, capable of pulling off some surprising victories. A key contributor could be Rees. He's a skilled shooter and a challenging defender off the ball on the wing. He's versatile offensively, and with an improved shooting touch this season, he could significantly increase his three-point total.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2612667"],"_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-68f535e07401c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2612667' first='Azan' last='Afridi'] is quickly making an impression. His solid footwork and basketball IQ position him to be a key contributor. While he might be flying under the radar, he has the potential for a breakout season with a Herriman team that deserves more recognition. The team boasts talented guards, and Afridi could significantly improve with focused, individual training.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1278451"],"_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-68f535e0740a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1278451' first='JT' last='Turley'] is a talented player with a knack for the game. While he hasn't participated in high-level circuits, he possesses the potential to be a significant impact player on those elite club teams. Turley is capable of facilitating the offense and scoring when necessary. He is not a high-volume shooter but excels as a high-percentage scorer. His defensive skills are noteworthy, and he is poised to make a substantial impact on the defending 6A champions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2852131"],"_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-68f535e074138"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2852131' first='Will' last='Cain'] is poised for a significant step up this season. His offseason work has resulted in increased strength and improved shooting, positioning him as a key player in the 2-3 position. Cain's ability to both score through shooting and driving, combined with his defensive versatility covering positions 1-3, makes him a valuable asset. His all-around impact on the game, including rebounding, passing, and defense, sets him apart as a player who can consistently contribute in multiple ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2540005"],"_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-68f54ea659e3e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2540005' first='Joel' last='Gardner'] is poised for a significant rise in the rankings. Skyridge boasts a scrappy, competitive team, and Gardner's perimeter game could surprise opponents. As a skilled shooter, he has the potential to emerge as a key player in the class of 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Here are a few prospects heading into the season who should have a breakout season.

Azan Afridi

Azan Afridi

UT
CG/SF
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS CG/SF
CLASS 2027
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Azan
Afridi CG/SF
Class
2027
Height
6'3"
HS
Herriman
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UT
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JT Turley

JT Turley

UT
PG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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JT
Turley PG
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
HS
Davis
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Will Cain

Will Cain

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SF/SG
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2026
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Will
Cain SF/SG
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Bingham
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School: Bingham
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Joel Gardner

Joel Gardner

UT
PG
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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Joel
Gardner PG
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
HS
Skyridge
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