2029 Rankings: The High Flyers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we continue in our 2029 Rankings content series we're going to take a look at some of the high flyers amongst this group. Having athleticism as a part of your foundation is often an incredible head start for a prospect and that is certainly the case for each of the young men listed below! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2767813"],"_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-6a41e24217e99"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cole is one of the best prospects in the State regardless of class with his size, poise, and athleticism being some of the aspects of his game that provide a ton of appeal. Cole's ability to operate inside the arc and exploit mismatches make him a real weapon to have in your lineup. Cole is a guy that consistently plays above the rim at both ends of the floor, elevating for finishes in traffic, along with protecting the rim and holding it down on the glass. He's already created many highlight moments and there's no doubt that there will be plenty more of those to come. He's a premier prospect in this class both within the state and nationally. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3621290"],"_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-6a42a98f0c6d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Burney might have the best physical tools of any prospect in North Carolina's 2029 class and it doesn't take too much time to realize that he's a genuinely special athlete. Burney has been a consistent two way presence for [program_tooltip program_id='2078500' first='Garner' last='Road'] 15u 3SSB and recently announced his transfer to Jacksonville High School after his freshman season at Liberty Christian. Burney's versatility defensively is super valuable to whatever team he plays on, as he constantly gives his teams an athletic two way presence. As his skillset continues to catch up and he gains more valuable experience, he'll only become a more productive player. He's a super high upside guy in this 2029 class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3574553"],"_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-6a42a98f0c704"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cannon is another high level explosive athlete in this 2029 class that also possesses a really strong foundational skill level. He played a key role on a Ben L Smith team that had a ton of talent on it with his impact shining as an energetic athlete who can make some outside shots. He's continuing to provide real production for [program_tooltip program_id='2226228' first='Team' last='CP3'] 15u EYBL with his blend of scoring and rebounding being a huge reason behind this group's 8-0 start on the circuit. Cannon's experience and production in these high level games along with his long term upside are a huge reason why he's considered one of the premier prospects in this class. He'll certainly have some big above the rim highlights over the course of his career. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3574528"],"_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-6a42a98f0c725"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dukes is a really high level athlete that has made highlight after highlight happen with A Wigg Elite 15u. Dukes is able to use that athleticism to finish in traffic with authority while also knowing how to use that advantage he possesses to have an impact on the game defensively. Dukes has great instincts as a rebounder and defender, allowing him to fly in for put-backs or come in and help protect the rim. He's comfortable jumping off of one or two feet and operates with a real aggression when attacking the rim. Dukes has an incredible athletic foundation to work with as he continues to refine his skillset as he looks to maximize his high ceiling as a prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3658518"],"_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-6a42a98f0c743"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaztremski has been a guy showing considerable improvement in his overall game over the last several months as he provided a spark for First Flight off the bench last season amongst a veteran laden team. Now in the travel ball season he's seeing reps as a feature guy with his skill and athleticism on full display. Jaztremski still has some work do to in terms of putting all of it together but the reps he's getting in the travel ball season are really helping in that regard. He'll be thrust into a feature role at First Flight next season which is something I think he'll be ready for. Expect a lot of highlights from the beach over the next few years!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->