2027 Rankings Update: Stockrisers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>New readers: Use code Proia30</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have updated our rankings for the junior class on the site (found <a href="https://prephoops.com/2026/03/updated-2027-maryland-rankings/" id="https://prephoops.com/2026/03/updated-2027-maryland-rankings/">here</a>), with 280 total prospects listed and 38 new players in Washington DC and Maryland added into our system to reflect the impact that they have had on their team during this high school season. We had a ton of movement in this update to cover, especially in our top 10, with a new #1 and several new faces joining the elite group of DMV juniors as we gear up for AAU season. That updated top 10 can be found <a href="https://prephoops.com/2026/03/2027-rankings-update-top-10-2/" id="https://prephoops.com/2026/03/2027-rankings-update-top-10-2/">here</a>. In this article, we'll cover a few prospects that made significant leaps in the rankings by impressing our scouts with their production and development over the course of the season. Let's dive in!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2802627"],"_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-69bbf773e5a31"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous Ranking: 23</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Moving up 10+ spots in our top 25 is not an easy feat to do, but Jeffers accomplished that this season with consistent double-double performances as one of the youngest players in this class. Jeffers proved to be a capable pick n pop midrange shooter, showed significant improvement as a play-finisher around the rim, and patrolled the paint to swat away shots for a DeMatha defensive unit that set the tone. His athleticism really stood out as a dynamic leaper that blocked several shots with a teammate in between him and the layup shooter in a few different games. Fully expect his recruitment to blow up this summer as college coaches get to see the rising junior in action. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2623243"],"_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-69bbf773e5a76"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous Ranking: 68</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Just a workhorse on the low block, Mims manned the paint for a Southern team that won their region and advanced to the state semifinals. Loved his motor at both ends of the floor as a prospect that sprints the floor hard to fill the lane for putback or alley oop finish opportunities in transition. Mims sets great screens, can knock down pick n pop jumpers from the elbows, and covered a ton of ground for the Mustangs at the defensive end of the floor. Big summer on the way for the rising senior!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2479607"],"_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-69bbf773e5aba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous Ranking: 83</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The shooter had a productive season this year for the Quakers as a floor-spacer on the perimeter that worked on his body and his handle to cut down on turnovers in the halfcourt. Williams showed improvement as a connector on the perimeter that used his shooting gravity to hit rollers or throw skip passes to teammates. That productivity and development culminated in a deeeeeeep 3 just before the buzzer that sent Sidwell to the DCSAA championship game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2744316"],"_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-69bbf773e5990"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous Ranking: 152</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Wallsten burst onto the scene this season with a STA team that turned some heads, with Wallsten filling a role as a skilled wing that contributes in several areas. Wallsten proved capable of knocking down shots from all 3 levels, cleaned up misses around the rim, and showed some defensive versatility as a wing that can guard up a few spots. If he can improve his lateral quickness and athleticism to guard other spots, he should enjoy a productive summer on the circuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2889362"],"_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-69bbf773e5afd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous Ranking: 138</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Ward made a huge jump this season as a productive shooter that can do a little bit of everything for the Lions. Ward grew a few inches, improved his handle to attack closeouts and probe gaps in the defense, and worked on his body to finish better around the rim or sprint the wings in transition. Very interested to see the team context that he chooses for AAU and the role that he has with that group, as he could serve as an effective specialist on an elite team or a do-it-all guard with a different group. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3316836"],"_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-69bbf773e59ea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous Ranking: 216</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Davis stood out as a defensive-minded wing that sought out challenges guarding different shooters, scorers, and physical leapers. Davis uses a sturdy frame to chest up with forwards in the paint but has enough speed and quickness to chase around shooters depending on matchup needs for GP. Want to see what he can do during the AAU season to get a better feel for his scoring creativity with the ball in his hands. But his energy, effort, and defensive versatility make him a valuable piece moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->