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Top 2029 Point Guards Make Noise At Sophomore ID Camp

Top 2029 Point Guards Make Noise At Sophomore ID Camp
Michael Schneiderman
Michael Schneiderman September 1, 2026 @ 06:37 PM
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Daniel Ruffin
Daniel Ruffin 6'1" | PG | 2029
IL
Leonard Thomas Jr
Leonard Thomas Jr 5'10" | PG | 2029
IL
Ronald Johnson
Ronald Johnson 6'3" | PG | 2029
IL
Drake Cadle
Drake Cadle 6'0" | PG | 2029
IL
Jayce Lopez
Jayce Lopez 6'1" | SG/PG | 2029
IL
Jonny Udoiwod
Jonny Udoiwod 6'0" | PG/SG | 2029
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This week we went through full team evaluations at the 2026 Prep Hoops Illinois Sophomore ID Camp. In this article, we will take you through specifically a half of dozen 2029 point guards games' who showed strides and continue to remain some of the top floor facilitators in this class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3701312"],"_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-6a9760d411fee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An athletic guard with a solid frame and strong lower body. Ruffin can elevate quickly and abruptly due to his strong vertical ability. He is a controlled ball handler that brings stability to the point guard role. His ability to change speeds with the rock and get into the lane lines for paint touches will make defenses consistently draw help. Ruffin showed creativity at the showcase with a spin move between traffic for a bucket while also using his athleticism to follow up on a miss for an offensive rebound putback. He also brings quick hands and physical tools which provide intriguing two way potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2369859"],"_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-6a9760d412032"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An energetic guard with a high motor that brings consistent effort on both ends of the floor. Lopez possesses quick handles and showed the ability to get downhill using hesitation movements and change of speeds to create advantages on defenders. He knows how to get a defender to bite and draw whistles at the cup. On the defensive side of the ball, Lopez brings solid hands and lateral movement to the back court. His enthusiasm for the game is contagious to affect the whole team. A bright future ahead for the young Viking heading into Sophomore year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2369858"],"_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-6a9760d412057"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Udoiwod converted on multiple breakaway lay ins using his anticipation and quickness to get ahead of the defense. He has efficient finishing ability around the rim as a smaller guard but utilizes instincts to find angles and openings to fight through. On his handle, he is comfortable going to either side and consistently made the defense back peddle. In the half court setting, Udoiwod shows a fundamental mid range jumper off the bounce and is skilled to create space before rising up. His overall combination of speed and ability to score from multiple levels provides stability at the point guard spot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2767906"],"_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-6a9760d412079"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A quick team oriented guard who consistently makes winning plays on both ends of the floor. Johnson pushes for pace in transition and converted on multiple fast-break opportunities finding nearly closed gaps to still get through. He showed good vision off of BLOB actions, defensive rebound pitch aheads, and quality swing passes to shooters on the perimeter within half court offense. His quick handle and athleticism allows him to attack through contact and finish against bigger defenders. Defensively Johnson uses quick hands to agitate ball handlers and has the lateral quickness to keep guarding for long spurts of time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3692492"],"_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-6a9760d412099"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A guard with solid feel who impacted today with passing instincts and willingness to make team oriented plays. Thomas showed awareness on a BLOB set to deliver a timely pass to the open cutter and continued to be a connective passer in various scenarios. His vision continued to stand out in live action while creating multiple additional assists in advantageous spots. Defensively he anticipated the passing lane for a steal and also forced a jump ball with hustle which added to a productive showing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2446967"],"_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-6a9760d4120b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A sharp ball handler that utilizes change of speeds in various settings to create separation. Has a quick first step to get by defenders and then create. Cadle didn't necessarily score it a ton in the game I saw but his assets he provides offensively and defensively impact the game. He anticipates well to disrupt the ball and helped force turnovers while guarding the perimeter. His combination of being responsible as a lead guard and providing defensive activity impacts on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

This week we went through full team evaluations at the 2026 Prep Hoops Illinois Sophomore ID Camp. In this article, we will take you through specifically a half of dozen 2029 point guards games' who showed strides and continue to remain some of the top floor facilitators in this class.

Daniel Ruffin

Daniel Ruffin

IL
PG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Daniel
Ruffin PG
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
HS
Peoria
|
IL
Top 2029 Point Guards Make Noise At Sophomore ID Camp
An athletic guard with a solid frame and strong lower body. Ruffin can elevate quickly and abruptly due...
Written by Michael Schneiderman
Read more at PrepHoops​.com
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Daniel Ruffin

State: Illinois
School: Peoria
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Jayce Lopez

Jayce Lopez

IL
SG/PG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SG/PG
CLASS 2029
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Jayce
Lopez SG/PG
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
HS
Rockford Guilford
|
IL
Top 2029 Point Guards Make Noise At Sophomore ID Camp
An energetic guard with a high motor that brings consistent effort on both ends of the floor. Lopez...
Written by Michael Schneiderman
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Jayce Lopez

Instagram
State: Illinois
School: Rockford Guilford
Club: Illinois Wolves
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Highlights

Jonny Udoiwod

Jonny Udoiwod

IL
PG/SG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2029
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Jonny
Udoiwod PG/SG
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
HS
Geneva
|
IL
Top 2029 Point Guards Make Noise At Sophomore ID Camp
Udoiwod converted on multiple breakaway lay ins using his anticipation and quickness to get ahead of the defense....
Written by Michael Schneiderman
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Jonny Udoiwod

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State: Illinois
School: Geneva
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Highlights

Ronald Johnson

Ronald Johnson

IL
PG
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Ronald
Johnson PG
Class
2029
Height
6'3"
HS
Mt. Carmel
|
IL
Top 2029 Point Guards Make Noise At Sophomore ID Camp
A quick team oriented guard who consistently makes winning plays on both ends of the floor. Johnson pushes...
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Ronald Johnson

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State: Illinois
School: Mt. Carmel
Club: Mac Irvin Fire
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Highlights

Leonard Thomas Jr

Leonard Thomas Jr

IL
PG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Leonard
Thomas Jr PG
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
HS
Tinley Park
|
IL
Top 2029 Point Guards Make Noise At Sophomore ID Camp
A guard with solid feel who impacted today with passing instincts and willingness to make team oriented plays....
Written by Michael Schneiderman
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Leonard Thomas Jr

State: Illinois
School: Tinley Park
Club: The Work Foundation
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Drake Cadle

Drake Cadle

IL
PG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Drake
Cadle PG
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
HS
Benet Academy
|
IL
Top 2029 Point Guards Make Noise At Sophomore ID Camp
A sharp ball handler that utilizes change of speeds in various settings to create separation. Has a quick...
Written by Michael Schneiderman
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Drake Cadle

State: Illinois
School: Benet Academy
Club: Illinois Wolves
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