The Stage – Eight Stock-Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Whether it be unsigned seniors showing out as they give one last effort to find a college opportunity, a young prospect bursting onto the scene, or anything in between, The Stage had it all this weekend on the north side of Indianapolis. Our Prep Hoops staff will be cranking out plenty content over the next few days, including All-Tournament teams that are already being released. In addition to those top prospects that are being recognized, let's take a look at eight more prospects who turned some heads over the weekend. 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