Notable Newcomers in 2027

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The rankings have been updated for the <em>Class of 2027</em> and there's been plenty of movement throughout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we'll take a look at some <em>Notable Newcomers</em>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Of the 175 ranked prospects in this update, 31 are making their first appearance in the rankings!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3590158' first='Mark' last='Burns']</strong>, out of <em>Brewster Academy</em>, is the highest ranked newcomer and checks in at <strong><em>#19</em></strong>. The 6'9" hybrid-forward is a fluid mover with terrific length that has the ability to make plays in the paint and from the perimeter. He finishes with authority around the rim and has some impressive shot blocking instincts on the other end of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are five more <em>Notable Newcomers</em> in our latest rankings update for the <em>Class of 2027</em>;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2960033"],"_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-69de9f422e691"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ndong, a forward out of the <em>Newman School</em> in Massachusetts, impresses with his fluidity of movement and versatility. The 6'9" forward can step out to the perimeter and knock down threes, attacks closeouts off the bounce, and finishes above the rim with his athleticism. Defensively, he moves well enough to guard on the perimeter and does a nice job of providing rim protection from the helpside. He's a scholarship level prospect that will be running with the <em><strong>Middlesex Magic</strong></em> this spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3590165"],"_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-69de9f422e72f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jarrett, a forward out of <em>Suffield Academy</em> in Connecticut, impressed in his first year in the <em>NEPSAC</em> with his ability to make an impact in the paint on both ends of the floor. The 6'8" forward plays with a nice combination of strength and athleticism, can finish with power around the rim, and does a nice job of operating out of the high post as a creator. Defensively, he's a big time rim protector that has no problem snagging rebounds in traffic. He'll play on the travel circuit with <strong><em>Team Sims</em> Basketball</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3407707"],"_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-69de9f422e7ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Council a guard out of <em>CATS Academy</em> in Massachusetts, is a high level athlete that can really create it as a scorer with the ball in his hands. He's both explosive and dynamic, gets to his spots off the bounce, and does a nice job of elevating into his shot to get it off over bigger defenders. He competes on the defensive end of the floor and has the lateral mobility and strength needed to keep opposing guards out of the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3417300"],"_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-69de9f422e826"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zarzycki, a guard out of <em>Cheshire Academy</em> in Connecticut, had a phenomenal winter shooting the basketball and has put his name firmly on the map in New England because of it. The 6'3" guard shot over 50% from behind the arc on over 140 attempts, utilizing his positional size and a quick release to get shots off over the defense. He's not one dimensional though as he's a good athlete that can attack closeouts off the bounce and makes plays in passing lanes defensively. He'll play with <strong><em>Valente's Rocks</em></strong> this spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2711459"],"_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-69de9f422e89f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Munezero, a guard out of <em>Burlington High School</em> in Vermont, took his game to another level this winter on the way to being named the <em>Vermont Free Press Mr. Basketball</em>. The lead guard plays with an elite first step, a ton of creativity as a scorer around the rim, and endless two-way energy. He's dynamic with the ball in his hands, can score it at all three levels, and is a disruptive playmaker on the defensive end of the floor. He runs on the travel circuit with the <strong><em>Elevate Wolfpack</em></strong>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out all week long for continued rankings update coverage!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->