Under-the-Radar 804 Prospects Who Deserve Attention

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Every class has its headline names — the ones everyone talks about from June through July. But the reality is, some of the most important evaluations occur with players who quietly produce. These players win games. They continue developing behind the scenes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 + 2028 class in the 804 and surrounding areas is deeper than people realize. This group of prospects may not always dominate social media timelines. However, their impact is real. The summer circuit could be where that changes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are five under-the-radar 804 players who deserve serious attention heading into the spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jayden Scott","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77243","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Highland Springs","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Richmond Magic","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a0c8eb311e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jayden Scott is the type of big. His recruitment could see a noticeable jump over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'8”, Scott brings legitimate size and interior presence. He protects the rim, rebounds at a high rate, and plays with physicality in the paint. Defensively, he does an excellent job contesting shots. He anchors the back line. This role doesn't always get the spotlight but wins games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensively, he finishes well around the rim and understands how to play within his role. He doesn't force action; he takes what the defense gives him and capitalizes on it. His consistency was a major factor in Highland Springs putting together a phenomenal season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Richmond Magic will be on the New Balance circuit this summer. Scott will have a prime opportunity to showcase his size. He will also display his mobility and upside in front of a larger audience. Expect more coaches to start taking note.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jacobi Bryant","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77246","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"L.C. Bird","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Richmond Magic","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a0c8eb31302"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jacobi Bryant is a bucket-getter — plain and simple.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's a shot-creating guard who can fill it up in a hurry. Jacobi thrives off the dribble, using a sharp change of speed and tight handle to create separation. He's comfortable pulling up from mid-range, attacking the rim, or stepping back behind the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What makes him dangerous is his ability to get hot quickly. A few makes can turn into a scoring run in a matter of possessions. He scores at all three levels and doesn't shy away from taking big shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Playing with Richmond Magic on the New Balance circuit will give Jacobi a chance. He can prove his production translates against high-level competition. If he strings together consistent performances, his name won't stay under the radar for long.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3494844"],"_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-69a0c8eb31399"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3494844' first='Jacob' last='Quarles'] brings energy and physicality every time he steps on the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'6”, he's a versatile big with a relentless motor. He excels at scoring inside, finishing through contact, and battling on the glass. He consistently earns his team extra possessions by attacking rebounds outside of his immediate area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Quarles is a strong rim protector and does a great job holding his ground in the post. He competes, communicates, and embraces physical play. Those traits have helped him grow tremendously during his time at TPLS.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He may not always be the loudest name in the gym. However, his production and motor stand out to coaches. They value toughness and consistency. The summer will be another opportunity for him to expand his game and continue trending upward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Enrique Ortega Jr.","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77246","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Steward","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a0c8eb3146c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Enrique Ortega Jr. had an impressive season at Steward. He earned All-Conference honors in the Tidewater Conference. He achieved this by impacting the game in multiple ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's a confident shooter who can light it up from deep, but his game extends beyond perimeter scoring. Enrique does a great job pushing the pace in transition and creating fast-break opportunities. He sees the floor well and is comfortable facilitating when defenses collapse.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>His ability to get downhill and make the right read makes him valuable in both half-court and open-floor settings. He doesn't just hunt shots; he creates for teammates and keeps the offense flowing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Heading into the summer, he's a player who could pick up traction quickly with strong performances on the travel circuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Chasen Beggerow","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Collegiate","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Rockit","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69a0c8eb31539"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chasen Beggerow had a strong season at Collegiate and continues to develop into a versatile perimeter threat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He can really shoot it from beyond the arc, but he's more than just a spot-up option. Chasen is a crafty ball handler who changes pace well and attacks downhill effectively. He plays under control and understands how to create space without forcing tough looks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He can score in different ways off the catch, off the bounce, or in transition. This versatility makes him tough to guard. He's also shown he can contribute in multiple phases of the game, impacting more than just the scoring column.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Playing with Rockit Sports on the Made Hoops Circuit will give him a platform to continue building his stock. He's a name worth tracking closely over the next few years as he takes on a bigger role at Collegiate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Final Thoughts</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 and 2028 class continues to show just how deep it is. Scott's size and rim protection are impressive. Bryant's shot creation stands out. Quarles' motor and toughness are noteworthy. Ortega's all-around production is remarkable. Beggerow's scoring versatility highlights players ready to make noise this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The travel season has a way of shining a light on players who have been steadily building behind the scenes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Don't be surprised if several of these “under-the-radar” names look a lot different by the end of July.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->