We Ballin in the Boot: 2027 Prospects on the Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The rankings are released and now it's time to let the conversation begin. These players are heading into their senior season, and now what we want to know is how they will perform. Who is ready to step into a lead spot. Who is going to take the responsibility of leadership and carry their teams. The games will be played and recruiting is in full swing. Which players will make that last push to impress coaches and secure their next level opportunity. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2894254"],"_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-6a8faa84cbb95"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2894254' first='Harlan' last='Davis'] showed flashes of his potential this summer with a complete game and all the skills for next level play. He will be a primary offensive threat at Holy Cross and his ability to embrace the lead guy role will be a key for the overall team success. He can really shoot the ball and if he steps into his offensive capabilities and remains aggressive he could be the player that keeps coaches up late at night trying to stop him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2916804"],"_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-6a8faa84cbbbb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Curtis Joseph is an enigma as an undersized post player, but he is not out of place in the paint. He has the size to control bigger players and remain effective on both sides of the ball. East Ascension could be one of the most dangerous teams in the state with their size and athleticism and Joseph will serve as the anchor defensively and offensively. His production will be key to their success and his next level potential. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3622709"],"_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-6a8fb1d9a8218"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3622709' first='Kellen' last='Cox'] jumped into the rankings for the first time and is a well known playmaker. He can really do it from anywhere on the court and will be asked of even more this season at Many. He is no longer a secret. He is known around the state and will be a force to deal with this upcoming season. Look for Cox to put up big numbers building on his impressive junior season and summer. <br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132730"],"_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-6a8fb1d9a823c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2132730' first='Brody' last='Bridges'] has the size and length of a next-level prospect, and he continues to add more skill to his game. A lengthy shooter with slashing ability, Bridges is always fun to watch and remains a player on the bubble with plenty of upside. With his frame, the next step in his development will be unlocking his full athletic potential and consistently finishing above the rim. You can already see flashes of that athleticism in his sudden bursts of speed and ability to attack the basket. His senior season will be an opportunity to put everything he has been working on on display and show just how much his game has evolved.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2471492"],"_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-6a8fb1d9a825d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2471492' first='Raphael' last='Bickham'] is one of those guards that does a lot of things really well. He can manage a team on the floor, knock down shots and shows visible leadership skills. His consistency will be the key to carrying a team this upcoming season. He showed it all this summer and moving forward if that carries into the season, he could see a big jump in the rankings. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stay tuned in for more 2027 player breakdowns as we dig into players positions. Leading up to the season we will talk about players and do some team breakdowns and predictions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->