2029 Rankings: Players With Upside

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the 2029 class is brimming with players poised for significant development during the spring and summer, we've focused on a select group who we believe possess considerable potential for growth and impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3042998' first='Ben' last='Felsing'], Alta</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Felsing is a promising 6'7" athlete excelling in two sports. Despite being a freshman, he displays maturity beyond his years. His dual-sport talent positions him to gain significant attention from top colleges. Success hinges on balancing summer and spring basketball development with maintaining his football skills. He is a player with considerable potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3038140' first='Brody' last='Blackett'], Pleasant Grove</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Blackett boys appear to be late bloomers, but they shine when they finally mature. Brody is expected to reach 6'4 or taller by the upcoming season, currently standing at 6'1. He's a stronger player than his older brother at a younger age. He's constantly improving his skills, honing his ball-handling and shooting abilities. Eventually, he will become a player with length, grit, and a strong motor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2809835' first='Beckham' last='Skinner'], Ridgeline</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Skinner is poised to be a stock riser, bringing a steady presence to the floor. He is currently growing and could surpass 6'0 soon. As a freshman, he has an opportunity next season to increase his playing time at the varsity level, potentially becoming the next lead guard to keep Ridgeline competitive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2809832' first='Victor' last='Lopez'], Pleasant Grove</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lopez possesses a remarkable motor, displaying exceptional court coverage and relentlessly pressuring opposing ball-handlers, which significantly benefits his team. He consistently attacks the basket, utilizing his physicality to create scoring opportunities and draw fouls.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2951005' first='Warrick' last='Daines'], Skyline</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2951005' first='Warrick' last='Daines'] possesses a noticeable physique and dynamic movement, making him a standout player. Standing around 6'4, he effectively penetrates the paint and showcases his mid-range shooting ability. Furthermore, his size allows him to post up smaller guards, even as a freshman. Daines' potential and opportunities at Skyline are considerable.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->