Louisiana’s 2029 Underclass Talent Ready for Summer Breakouts

The high school season wrapped, but the real work is just beginning for several underclass standouts across Louisiana. These players didn't always headline the box score, but their steady production, physical tools and growing skill sets made them must-watch prospects. From ultra‑quick guards to bigs who finish with touch, here are the rising talents poised to make noise on the summer circuit.    [player_tooltip player_id='2947938' first='Kash' last='Ward'] has taken the reins at Landry, and the future is bright. Seeing Kash at the PrepHoops Freshman showcase was an introduction to his intense competitive nature. He looks for the toughest match-up and loves to compete. He is a gamer with loads of skill, along with upside. He plays with style and looks for big moments. Landry will go where Ward takes them, but he looks ready to take the reins.     [player_tooltip player_id='3564678' first='Ernest' last='Dugas'] had a breakout freshman season, averaging 18 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists and showcasing his full spectrum skill set. He is a three level scorer with next level athleticism. His energy on the court along with full season production makes him one of the top ranked players in his class. Mamou has a special player and his freshman production along with his immense upside make him one of the most interesting prospects in the 2029 class. Check him out running with LivOn this summer.     [player_tooltip player_id='2947711' first='Kaiden' last='Glapion'] is an eye catcher because of his size, athleticism, and basketball IQ. He is a big, strong kid and already looks mature on the court. Hannan has a special young group, and with Glapion's size, along with the intangibles he brings to the table, he could develop into a main piece as early as next season. He embraces the physical game and, as a freshman, was comfortable on the court.     [player_tooltip player_id='3190043' first='Je'careyous' last='Holden'] spent his season grabbing boards and controlling the paint for the Championship Peabody squad. In a game vs Kimball, Holden showed that he is a force inside grabbing rebounds and scoring in the paint. He takes what the game gives him, and played an instrumental role in the Peabody run. He is another next level talent that will showcase his potential on the EYBL Circuit this summer.     [player_tooltip player_id='3564676' first='Braylon' last='Kinsey'] could be the next special big man in the state. He is a big player with a soft touch around the rim. In a game that does not favor sympathy for the constantly pushed, poked, and fouled big man, Kinsey stood in the paint and held his own all season. He is a poised big man who takes it all in stride and keeps working on both sides of the ball. Being big and strong with a soft touch are all next-level traits for high-level players. His summer at LivOn will be fun to watch.    The summer circuit will be the proving ground. Expect these names to show up, sharpen their games and climb recruiting boards. Keep tabs on them at National AAU and PrepHoops events; this crop of talent is only getting started.

The high school season wrapped, but the real work is just beginning for several underclass standouts across Louisiana. These players didn't always headline the box score, but their steady production, physical tools and growing skill sets made them must-watch prospects. From ultra‑quick guards to bigs who finish with touch, here are the rising talents poised to make noise on the summer circuit.