Hidden Gems: Senior Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 class is full of talent. Eleven players have already committed to play at the D1 level and there are others who should join that list before signing day in the spring. Here's a look at some Seniors who are lower ranked but could be steals at the collegiate level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2427850"],"_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-6ab99140c588b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bigs are rare in general but even more rare in Kentucky. Brecount has improved a ton over the past calendar year and has earned some college offers already. Covington Catholic is a powerhouse program and will expect to be in the mix to win the 9th region again. With Newport having two true bigs now, Brecount could make the difference for the Colonels and their ability to get back to Rupp Arena.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2389580"],"_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-6ab99140c58c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An elite level shooter with a quick release and good size, Kamden just announced an offer from Hanover last week. O'Hara has very high level academics and could be a steal at the D3 level. He has interest from all over the place and could land anywhere from D3 to low D1 depending on how the next few months shake out. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2149111"],"_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-6ab99140c58e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Buell is potentially one of the most impactful transfers of the upcoming season. Coming from Bell County to South Laurel, Buell and his younger brother have given the Cardinals two starters who could also double as the leading scorers for Coach Sizemore's team. Ethan is a big wing who is crafty and has a strong IQ. A matchup issue for opposing teams, Buell is in the mix for 13th region player of the year, in my opinion. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2131723"],"_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-6ab99140c5905"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Miles Woodfork was an incredibly valuable player for the 1st region powerhouse last season and Martin is in line to take his position in his Senior season. Jay's playing time took a hit last year when Woodfork enrolled but this season should feature Martin, junior [player_tooltip player_id='2529551' first='Aaron' last='Adams'] and fellow Senior [player_tooltip player_id='2388657' first='Garrett' last='Miller']. I expect the Mustangs to be a sleeper to win the state title in March.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2885748"],"_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-6ab99140c5923"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">After averaging nearly 20 points per game in his Junior year, I expect that Evan will see his shots go down but his efficiency go up. Ellis has been joined by top 5 2028 [player_tooltip player_id='2454751' first='Grayson' last='Burton'] and those two could be the most dynamic scoring duo in the 13th region this year. A year after putting up shooting splits of 52/33/77, Evan could improve those numbers and compete for top Senior in the region. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->