2028 Group 4 Prospects Primed to Step up This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Group 4 saw another prospect transfer out of the state as Elizabeth guard <strong>Jayden Johnson</strong> transferred to St. Thomas More. The group still has talent that will make an impact this season, especially in the 2028 class. Here are the 2028 Group 4 prospects primed to take a big step us this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2683649"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa33ee48c5fc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Simborski has been a key part of the Cougars' attack over the last two seasons and should have an expanded role in the offense with <strong>Ethan Lin</strong>'s graduation. The 6'4 guard has a good first step, which he uses to blow by his defender off the bounce and finishes strong above the rim. Simborski can also score in the mid-range and has a high release on his jumper. He has the athleticism to defend multiple positions on the floor and moves well without the ball in his hands. Simborski is a talented guard prospect who should put his game on full display throughout the winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2631499"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa33ee48c676"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hall is primed for a breakout season as he should have the ball in his hands more this season. The 5'11 guard plays with composure on the ball as he rarely gets rattled by on-ball pressure and can finish in a variety of ways around the rim. Hall can also play off the ball and sets his feet before he shoots. He is a tough on-ball defender and pushes the pace well in transition. Hall is a tough guard prospect who should make plays at both ends of the floor throughout the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2948559"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa33ee48c6d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Opoku will get the ability to play both spots on the perimeter this season, which will help his development throughout the year. The 6'4 guard has a good first step, which he uses to get to the rim off the bounce and finishes nicely around the rim. Opoku uses his size to see over his defender and rises up with confidence in the mid-range. He is an underrated passer and has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor. Opoku is a lanky guard prospect who should make plays at both ends of the floor throughout the winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2504887"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa33ee48c729"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lewis is the Blue Devils' top returning scorer and will look to shoulder a larger scoring load this season. The 5'10 guard has a tight handle, which he uses to blow by his defender off the bounce and is a good finisher around the rim. Lewis has a nice touch in the mid-range and can also move off the ball. He works hard on the defensive end and finds his open teammates in the half court. Lewis is a crafty guard prospect who should run the offense effectively this winter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2788980"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa33ee48c77f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harrison had some big games down the stretch last season for the Knights, which should carry over into this season. The 6'0 guard uses his handle to get to his spot on the floor and can draw contact in the paint. Harrison moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups and jumpers in the half court. He is an underrated defender and pushes the pace well in transition. Harrison had three 20-point games as a sophomore, and he should eclipse that number during his junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->