2022 Rankings Update: Stock Risers (Part II)
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Rhenden Wagaman Rhenden Wagaman 6'3" | SG Springville | 2022 State IA | SF | Springville The move: 68 to 50 Wagaman has grown a bit more, up to a listed 6-4 now, and is having a big-time scoring season…
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Rhenden Wagaman
Rhenden
Wagaman
6'3" | SG
Springville | 2022
State
IA
| SF | Springville
The move: 68 to 50
Wagaman has grown a bit more, up to a listed 6-4 now, and is having a big-time scoring season early on for the Orioles, including a school-record 41 points in their final game before the break. He can score from all three levels at an efficient clip, and he uses his length effectively on the defensive end to contest shots and get up into passing lanes.
Dayton Davis
Dayton
Davis
6'4" | SF
Fort Madison | 2022
State
IA
| SF | Fort Madison
The move: 79 to 62
An active and physical combo forward who does a majority of his damage by getting into the paint, Davis is averaging a double-double with 17.6 points and 12.7 rebounds a game. He pounds the offensive glass and uses that to get a solid chunk of his scoring production. He’ll need to continue to smooth out his perimeter game if he wants to play at the next level, as he’ll be a bit undersized in the paint, but he plays hard, is a fantastic rebounder, and is a smart player who understands his limitations.
Mason Gerleman
Mason
Gerleman
6'0" | SG
Central Lyon | 2022
State
IA
| SG | Central Lyon
The move: 95 to 63
A 6-2 off-ball guard, Gerleman is an absolute flamethrower from the arc, knocking down nearly 52% of his 3-point attempts so far. He moves well without the ball in his hands, finding space in the defense to get his shot off with a quick release and extended range. He has improved as a ball-handler and playmaker, allowing him to create his own look at a higher level, which is the reason for his big jump in the rankings.
Masen Ryan
Masen
Ryan
6'3" | SF
Johnston | 2022
State
IA
| SF | Johnston
The move: 157 to 64
A 6-1 wing who plays primarily off the ball, Ryan has been great early this season for the Dragons, giving them a strong tertiary scoring option with his shooting ability. He’s burying 42% of his 3-point attempts and gives his team some floor spacing.
Chris Louis
Chris
Louis
6'0" | SG
Centennial | 2022
State
IA
| PG | Centennial
The move: 104 to 68
A quick and athletic lead guard who uses that speed to blow by defenders, Louis is a creative finisher around the rim with either hand and is off to a strong start this season for the Jaguars, averaging 13.3 points and shooting 50% from the floor. He changes directions at a breakneck speed without losing any steam and is one of the fastest players in the state with the ball in his hands.
Keaton Flaherty
Keaton
Flaherty
6'4" | SG
Oskaloosa | 2022
State
IA
| SG | Oskaloosa
The move: 159 to 71
A long, lanky wing who can score from all three levels, Flaherty is at his best when he’s using his long strides and ball-handling to attack the rim and finish in the paint. He rebounds well from his wing spot, and is a better shooter than his percentages show right now (16% from 3). He’ll be a solid DIII wing who can score in bunches.
Caleb Dreckman
Caleb
Dreckman
6'2" | SG
LeMars | 2022
State
IA
| SG | LeMars
The move: 155 to 73
Dreckman has grown a few more inches to 6-4, and is having a big scoring season for the Bulldogs, averaging 20.7 points a game. His 3-point shooting has dipped a bit this year after shooting 43% from the arc last season, but he’s getting to the rim and the free-throw line quite a bit this season, and his shooting should turn around.
Carson Blietz
Carson
Blietz
5'11" | SG
Cedar Rapids Kennedy | 2022
State
IA
| SG | Kennedy
The move: 111 to 86
A transfer from Jefferson, Blietz has given the Cougars some great perimeter shooting this season, knocking down 51.5% of his 3-point attempts. He moves well off the ball and finds his spots within the defense, has his feet squared on the catch, and has a quick release.
Ian Duffey
Ian
Duffey
6'9" | C
Council Bluffs Abraham Lincoln | 2022
State
IA
| C | Council Bluffs Lincoln
The move: 119 to 90
A big, physical 6-8 center, Duffey is averaging 8.3 points and 6.8 rebounds a game for the Lynx while shooting 60.5%. He has good hands and touch around the bucket, developing footwork, and he battles hard on the glass on both ends of the floor.
Ethan Davis
Ethan
Davis
6'7" | PF
Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont | 2022
State
IA
| PF | Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont
The move: 133 to 91
An efficient scorer who is averaging 20.4 points on 60% shooting, Davis is a 6-7 forward who runs the floor, has great hands, and good touch around the bucket. He’s a dominant rebounder (12.6 a game), and has really shown off his playmaking and passing ability this year, leading the Rockets with 5.8 assists a game. With his size and court vision, he’s a unique player at the 2A level.
Hogan Franey
Hogan
Franey
6'0" | CG
Martensdale-St. Mary's | 2022
State
IA
| SG | Martensdale-St. Marys
The move: 120 to 96
Following the graduation of older brother Jack Franey, Hogan has stepped into a primary ball-handling role for the Blue Devils and thrived, averaging 7.8 assists a game while also continuing his solid perimeter shooting. The improved playmaking and creating for others is the reason for his jump into the top 100.
Cade Grevengoed
Cade
Grevengoed
6'1" | SG
Valley | 2022
State
IA
| SG | Valley
The move: 140 to 98
A 6-0 wing who does a little bit of everything, Grevengoed is a strong role player who can score when the opportunity presents itself, contributes on the glass, defends, and keeps the ball moving offensively. He’s just a solid all-around player who makes winning plays.