Top Underclassmen Prospects to Watch Heading Into the Weekend

The 2028 class continues to show impressive depth across Virginia. A number of young prospects are already making noise on the grassroots circuit. As competition ramps up this weekend, these players have a great opportunity. They can continue building their stock. They can prove they belong on the radar early.    Utah is a long, versatile wing who brings a ton of upside to the floor. He stands around 6'5. His tools immediately catch your attention with his length and athleticism. He can impact the game in multiple ways. He's at his best when attacking downhill and using his size to finish. He is also continuing to develop his perimeter game. Defensively, he has the potential to guard multiple positions, making him a very intriguing long-term prospect. He will be playing 17U with Team Loaded 804 Black in Bermuda Run, NC at the Phenom Rise Showcase.     Tomlin is a steady, reliable guard who plays with great control and confidence. He does a strong job of facilitating and keeping his team organized while also being able to score when needed. His ability to make the right reads and knock down shots makes him a valuable backcourt piece. As he continues to add strength and expand his offensive game, his impact will only grow. He will be playing with [program_tooltip program_id='2227208' first='Hill' last='City Crash'] in Henrico, Va this weekend at the Big Shots event.     Nicholson is one of the more complete point guards in the 2028 class locally. He does an excellent job controlling tempo and getting his teammates involved while also being a consistent scoring threat. He can knock down shots from the perimeter and has a great feel for when to attack or distribute. With good size, length, and athleticism for the position, he has a very high ceiling and continues to trend upward. He will be playing 17U with Team Loaded 804 Black in Bermuda Run, NC at the Phenom Rise Showcase.     Harris is a physical, downhill guard who thrives when attacking the basket. He's a strong finisher who can score through contact and consistently puts pressure on the defense. What makes him even more dangerous is his ability to score from multiple levels while also creating opportunities for teammates. With his toughness and production, he's a name that should continue to gain attention as he develops. Chris just reclassed to the 2029 class and transferred to Benedictine. He will be playing with Team Richmond in Henrico, VA at the Big Shots event.    <h3 class="wp-block-heading">What to Watch For</h3>   This weekend will be another key checkpoint. These young prospects are continuing to adjust to higher levels of competition. Each player combines skill, upside, and production. They have the potential to make a strong impression. They could establish themselves as early names to track in the 2028 class.

The 2028 class continues to show impressive depth across Virginia. A number of young prospects are already making noise on the grassroots circuit. As competition ramps up this weekend, these players have a great opportunity. They can continue building their stock. They can prove they belong on the radar early.