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Freshman Making Some Noice

Freshman Making Some Noice
Devin Record
Devin Record January 14, 2026 @ 08:43 PM
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Julius Ervin
Julius Ervin 6'5" | SF/PF | 2029
WA
Anthony Williams
Anthony Williams 6'3" | SG | 2029
WA
James Thomas
James Thomas 5'10" | PG | 2029
WA
Jayen “JJ” Crawford
Jayen “JJ” Crawford 6'4" | CG | 2029
WA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2029 class is off to a great start as a whole, with many players getting solid varsity minutes and making the most of those minutes. Here are some players who are current freshman who are making noice. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2767475"],"_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-6968546c85f55"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">No doubt the top freshman in the entire state and easily a top freshman in the entire country. Already holds Division 1 offers and has been showcasing his ability to score from all three levels. He has a smooth crossover, just like his dad, being able to create space nicely and get his shot off to sink it. He runs the court nicely, pushing the pace and out-running opposing teams in the transition game. He's a star already and the next 4 years with him on the court will be a lot of fun to watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2952664"],"_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-6968546c85fb7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He's been a threat on the court season long, hitting 3's with ease and attacking the paint smoothly. He is a crafty wing who finds his spots and gets his teammates open. He stays patient on the offensive side, letting the game come to him and not force anything. He's someone to keep an eye on as time goes on. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2935312"],"_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-6968546c85ffe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Anthony is a growing prospect here in the state of Washington. His athleticism has been on full display as he continues to throw down monster dunks when he leaks out in transition or gets a good first step when attacking from the wing. He great defense too, blocking shots nicely and moving his feet quickly. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2879457"],"_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-6968546c86042"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another top freshman guard in the state who is the son of an NBA legend. James is tough guard who attacks the bucket relentlessly and has a tight handle with the ball. He stops on a dime to hit mid-range shots with ease and also finishes through contact in the paint at a high level. His game is advanced and is a rising prospect in the entire state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The 2029 class is off to a great start as a whole, with many players getting solid varsity minutes and making the most of those minutes. Here are some players who are current freshman who are making noice.

Jayen “JJ” Crawford

Jayen “JJ” Crawford

WA
CG
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS CG
CLASS 2029
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Jayen
“JJ” Crawford CG
Class
2029
Height
6'4"
HS
Rainier Beach
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WA
Freshman Making Some Noice
No doubt the top freshman in the entire state and easily a top freshman in the entire country....
Written by Devin Record
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Jayen “JJ” Crawford

State: Washington
School: Rainier Beach
Club: Seattle Rotary (EYBL)
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Julius Ervin

Julius Ervin

WA
SF/PF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF/PF
CLASS 2029
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Julius
Ervin SF/PF
Class
2029
Height
6'5"
HS
Tyee
|
WA
Freshman Making Some Noice
He’s been a threat on the court season long, hitting 3’s with ease and attacking the paint smoothly....
Written by Devin Record
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Julius Ervin

State: Washington
School: Tyee
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Anthony Williams

Anthony Williams

WA
SG
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SG
CLASS 2029
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Anthony
Williams SG
Class
2029
Height
6'3"
HS
Eastside Catholic
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WA
Freshman Making Some Noice
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Anthony Williams

State: Washington
School: Eastside Catholic
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James Thomas

James Thomas

WA
PG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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James
Thomas PG
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
HS
Annie Wright
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WA
Freshman Making Some Noice
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State: Washington
School: Annie Wright
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