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Freshman Wing Prospects Making Names on Varsity Level

Freshman Wing Prospects Making Names on Varsity Level
Scott Burgess
Scott Burgess February 11, 2026 @ 09:00 AM
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Orlando Bohlen
Orlando Bohlen 6'0" | SG | 2029
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DK Heard
DK Heard 6'5" | SF | 2029
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Malachi Bell
Malachi Bell 6'1" | SG | 2029
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Isaac Smith
Isaac Smith 6'4" | SG | 2029
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Miles Marabella
Miles Marabella 6'4" | SF | 2029
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Evan Lemons
Evan Lemons 6'3" | SG | 2029
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your annual subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What wings are the headliners in the 2029 class that are making an impact on the varsity level?&nbsp; With the latest 2029 watch list released on Monday we look at the top prospects making their presence felt on the varsity level!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2767753' first='Isaac' last='Smith'] (Chi-Prep)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith was super impressive when we saw him at the Grind Session a week ago in Champaign.&nbsp; Against players 3-4 years older than him he was the best player on the floor.&nbsp; At 6'6” with long arms and a frame to continue to add strength he is a plus athlete.&nbsp; In that game he scored 28 points doing it in a variety of ways.&nbsp; Sound perimeter jump shooter that can pour them in from deep as he notched four of them in that game.&nbsp; The burst and explosion off the bounce and in transition are evident.&nbsp; Like the body control he plays with at the cup.&nbsp; Potential to be an impactful defender with his elite physical tools!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2915584' first='DK' last='Heard'] (Mt. Carmel)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Heard has been fantastic the second half of the season.&nbsp; The Caravan wing has a projectable frame with length and athleticism.&nbsp; His ability to play with a high-motor and get on the glass has taken his game to another level.&nbsp; It has opened up more ways for him to impact the game efficiently!&nbsp; The eye opening athleticism and two way versatility makes him so intriguing as one of the best prospects in the class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2369925' first='Evan' last='Lemons'] (St. Laurence)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lemons has been a spark player off the bench for St. Laurence.&nbsp; Lengthy wing with plus athleticism that brings energy to the table.&nbsp; Showcasing just a little of what he has in his bag right now, but he showcases potential as a shot maker from all over the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2782181' first='Malachi' last='Bell'] (Jacobs)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bell is a bucket getter!&nbsp; He has shown that in spurts for Jacobs this season playing with his older brother.&nbsp; Burst with the ball and can drain the long ball.&nbsp; Gets to the foul line!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2947403' first='Orlando' last='Bohlen'] (Walter Payton)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bohlen is a wing with skill and athletic projection who is already making an impact for Payton being their second or third leading scorer in most games.&nbsp; Plus shooter from three who can also create in the mid-range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2389066' first='Miles' last='Marabella'] (Antioch)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marabella has been given freedom to work through the growing pains as a freshman for Antioch.&nbsp; He even played on the ball some for his squad.&nbsp; The first thing which stands out is the size as a 6'4” small forward with his athletic pop around the hoop on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

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