Five New Prospects in Updated Junior Class Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our <a href="https://prephoops.com/virginia/rankings/2028-rankings/" data-type="link" data-id="https://prephoops.com/virginia/rankings/2028-rankings/">updated Virginia 2028 rankings</a> feature 35 new prospects who earned their way onto the board following the spring and summer. Here is a closer look at some of the newcomers making their debut in our updated rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3728055"],"_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-6a962471393a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Powell is a prospect with plenty of upside who brings good positional size, athleticism and versatility to the wing. He is a capable three level scorer who can create his own offense off the dribble and finish above the rim when attacking the basket. Powell also has the physical tools to make a significant impact on the defensive end, with the potential to develop into a high level defender at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3728056"],"_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-6a9624713940c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Walker is a speedy, dynamic lead guard who consistently puts pressure on the defense with his quickness and attacking ability. He is difficult to keep out of the paint and is a creative finisher who can convert around length and through traffic. Walker also competes on the defensive end, where he is a willing and capable defender who can apply pressure to opposing guards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3704522"],"_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-6a96247139433"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Womack moves into our updated 2028 rankings after an impressive offseason. He is a quick, attacking lead guard who is difficult to keep out of the paint and consistently puts pressure on the defense. Womack has an impressive command of the basketball and good court vision, allowing him to create advantages off the dribble and find open teammates for scoring opportunities. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3728057"],"_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-6a96247139456"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A solid shot maker who impressed with South County during June, he is a skilled wing with a good feel for the game and above average quickness. He is at his best as a three level scorer who can make shots from the perimeter and create offense off the bounce. He also has the ball skills and decision making ability to serve as a secondary ball handler, adding to his versatility on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->