5 6A Underclassmen who could steal Round 1 

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 always shines a spotlight on the big headliners, and several big names look primed to set the tone early in the playoffs. Expectations are through the roof as it all comes down to this. Here are some underclass names that we know who are primed for a big 1st round.   </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Use code dev30 for 30% off </strong>and secure access as we're finally in the postseason, so you don't miss any of our scouting. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2894315"],"_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-699dc0dd63fcb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams is a young prospect who we have not gotten too many eyes on, but with how he's performed this year, he will be a player to know moving forward as he will get the keys to the offense after this season. Right now, however, it is about building on a strong season and needing to elevate his game for another game. Williams is a young player who is within the flow of the offense and works with and without the ball. He does the small things and fills in the gaps, and that helps keep him on the floor. He's had moments where he was able to score in bunches, and that is where he can make his mark, along with locking in defensively, grabbing boards, and taking care of the ball. He's a player who is on our radar now, and we hope to see more of. He can impact the game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2394623"],"_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-699dc0dd64070"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2394623' first='Zayd' last='Jimenez'] - Erie&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jimenez has been a spark for Erie all season long and has had his moments where he was called upon to compete, and that's exactly what he does. He's a hard-nosed two-way guard who gets after it on both ends of the floor and will be looked upon to make his mark defensively. He can impact the game with his work ethic, making guards work, turning them over, and speeding up the pace. That will be crucial for Erie as well as him as he will be asked to impact the game in ways other than scoring, and he's shown that he could be relied upon to do that. Big 1st round for him, and he could be the glue guy who gets it done. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3515661"],"_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-699dc0dd640e8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ward is a 6'2 forward for Pueblo West who has been under the radar all season long, but has jumped on the scene and not looked back. He's making the most of his minutes and plays above his years. He's poised, he competes on the boards, and keeps plays alive. He's also started to look more and more like a complete player as we've gotten deeper in the season, and he looks like one of the better underclassmen in the conference. He'll have to bring that to a playoff game to keep the season alive. He's averaging an impressive 7.4 points and 6.2 boards a game, as only a freshman and has looked like he belongs. He's also producing on defense by getting his hands in the passing lanes and protecting the paint, and he's a player we hope to see more of moving forward. Big game coming for one of the newcomers of the conference! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2393440"],"_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-699dc0dd64150"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rockwood checks off many boxes for a talented young player and has made the most out of his opportunities this season. He has good size, understands where to be on the floor, and has a great feel for the game. The 6'2 guard is coming off one of his best games of the year, as they went up against a tough Regis squad and showed that he will compete with anyone. He's looked more aggressive and comfortable as a scorer, and that has allowed him to earn more minutes. I'm excited to see how his game continues to evolve, but as of right now, it will be building on the momentum he's on and doing whatever is needed to help Valor win the game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3515738"],"_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-699dc0dd641c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3515738' first='Titus' last='Huard'] is a D1 athlete, and it shows while he's on the hardwood as well. He uses that same precision and attention to detail to battle on the court, and this was a season where he turned heads with his play. Valor will ask their 6'5 forward to elevate his game and continue being a bruiser. He competes defensively, he battles for boards, and protects the paint. Huard runs the floor, slashes, and finishes inside. He's also a versatile defender who makes guys work, and that kind of play is contagious. He's a difference-maker and will be called upon again to make plays happen. He's firmly on our radar, and we're curious to see what he does to keep the season alive. Big game ahead for him on Tuesday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->