New England's 2026 Stock Risers

Next up in our rankings discussion for the Class of 2026 is a look at the Stock Risers.   In this update, 24 prospects rose at least 10 spots in the rankings, capitalizing on strong play this winter.   The biggest riser in these rankings? That would be [player_tooltip player_id='2553711' first='AJ' last='Trimboli'], a lead guard out of the King School that rose from #117 up to #67, climbing 50 spots since our last rankings release. A big time scorer and creator, he passed the 1,000 point mark this season while putting up an impressive state line of 20.2 points per game, 5.0 assists per game, and a 39.7% shooting mark from behind the arc. For his efforts, he was named 1st Team All-League in the Fairchester Athletic Association.   Below are ten more prospects that had impressive rankings rises in this release.   [player_tooltip player_id='2696676' first='Nolan' last='Ames'] (#196 to #158, +38)   Ames, a combo guard at Camden Hills, made his rise after a strong junior season in the MPA. A high academic prospect, Ames with the Class A North Player of the Year this winter after averaging 23.0 points, 9.6 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 3.1 steals per game. He's a bigger guard that has a well-rounded offensive game and the ability to score at all three levels. He can handle in transition or in the half-court and generally makes good decisions with the basketball. Defensively, he can guard up and down a spot and does a great job of attacking the defensive glass. He'll be a prospect to watch on the travel circuit this spring with XLP.   [player_tooltip player_id='2553708' first='Landon' last='Krygier'] (#142 to #106, +36)   Krygier, a hybrid forward at Notre Dame-West Haven, rose up the rankings after a state championship season in the CIAC. A threat to get a double-double any time he stepped on the court, Krygier averaged over 15 points and 5 rebounds per game this winter. While he has a solid frame and plus athleticism, he really shined this winter with his ability to shoot the basketball, knocking down 40% of his threes. He's a good decision maker, rarely turns the ball over, and can really attack the rim in transition. He'll play on the UAA circuit this spring with the Middlesex Magic.   [player_tooltip player_id='2553689' first='Louis' last='O'Keefe'] (#57 to #32, +25)   O'Keefe, a combo guard at the Newman School, climbed the rankings after helping his team to a NEPSAC championship this winter. A heady guard, O'Keefe proved capable of opperating as an on-ball decision maker or off-ball scorer this winter. He makes good reads out of ball screens, does a great job of moving without the basketball, and can really knock down shots in catch and shoot situations. At 6'4", he has good positional size and the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways on the defensive end of the floor. He's another prospect that will play for the Middlesex Magic and should be a standout in the UAA this spring.   [player_tooltip player_id='2325733' first='Jaeden' last='Roberts'] (#52 to #29, +23)   Roberts, a lead guard at Putnam Science Academy, shined in his first season at the school as the team made a run to the National Prep Championship. A next level athlete, Roberts impressed in his transition to a bigger stage, proving to be a high level performer on both ends of the floor. The lefty plays with a relentless motor and does a terrific job of getting out in transition as a scorer. He's physical, tough, and gritty, continues to play with a chip on his shoulder, and seems to take a ton of pride on the defensive end of the floor. He'll run with Team New England this spring on the Made Hoops circuit.   [player_tooltip player_id='2696641' first='Khari' last='Bryan'] (#121 to #102, +19)   Bryan, a shooting guard at Proctor Academy, rose up the rankings with a big scoring junior year. A power guard that impresses with his athleticism and willingness to play through contact, Bryan proved to be more than just a scorer this winter, showing a high level feel for the game. He does a great job of getting the ball up the floor in transition and showed the ability to knock down shots in bunches from behind the arc. He's a tough point of attack defender that can really generate turnovers while guarding the ball. He'll suit up this spring for BABC and play on the 3SSB circuit.   [player_tooltip player_id='2453025' first='Trevor' last='Payne'] (#67 to #48, +19)   Payne, a wing at Tabor Academy, made his rise after a strong first season in the NEPSAC. A high academic prospect that can really shoot the basketball, he proved to be a versatile two-way performer this winter. He has deep range and a quick release on his jumper and shot 41% from three against high level competition this winter. A good athlete, Payne has the ability to finish plays above the rim in transition and to score over size in the half-court. He's a versatile defender that can guard up and down a lineup and even provides some off ball rim protection. He'll play on the UA Rise circuit this spring for Team Sims Basketball.   [player_tooltip player_id='2452540' first='Julius' last='Washington'] (#123 to #107, +16)   Washington, a wing at Grasso Tech, climbed the rankings after being one of the top underclassmen in the CIAC this winter. A big time scorer, he had multiple games this winter of 40+ points and showed the ability to get baskets at all three levels. He's creative with the ball in his hands, using his bounce and a quick first step to get into the paint. He finishes in a variety of ways over size in the rim and has proven to be a tough shot maker in the half-court. He's really good in transition, pushing the tempo and getting to the rim with ease. He'll play on the Made Hoops circuit this spring for the New Haven Heat.   [player_tooltip player_id='2566486' first='Naiem' last='Gill'] (#159 to #146, +13)   Gill, a lead guard at Platt, saw his ranking rise after a big time junior year in the CIAC. A dynamic ball-handler, he does a great job of taking what the defense gives him and making plays for himself and others. He's crafty when he gets into the paint, both as a finisher and creator. He has good floor vision and can make passes out of ball screens or off the bounce. He makes tough shots in the mid-range and does a good job of pushing the tempo in transition. Defensively, he can guard any spot on the perimter. He'll be a prospect to watch this spring for CT Elite in the HGSL.   [player_tooltip player_id='2465140' first='Parth' last='Miglani'] (#105 to #92, +13)   Miglani, a shooting guard at Brewster Academy, made his rise after a solid junior campaign in the Nike EYBL Scholastic League. A bigger guard that can really score the basketball, he shows a great feel for the game as a shot creator. He's terrific in catch and shoot situations, knocking down threes at almost a 40% clip. In the mid-range, he has the ability to create using shot fakes and jab steps. He does a nice job of keeping his bounce alive to get to his spots as a scorer and shows some creativity as a finisher around the rim. He should make noise on the travel circuit this spring and summer while playing for the New England Storm.   [player_tooltip player_id='2696663' first='Christian' last='Chartier'] (#175 to #165, +10)   Chartier, a hybrid forward at Winnacunnet, rose up the rankings after an incredibly productive junior season in the NHIAA. He can really shoot the basketball and, at 6'6" with a high release, has the ability to get his shot off against almost any defender. He's done a good job of developing his game off the bounce and now consistently makes shots off the bounce too. He's gotten stronger and more athletic which has allowed him to diversify his game on both ends of the floor. Another prospect that will play with the New England Storm, he's a big time breakout candidate this spring after announcing that he'll attend Phillips Exeter Academy in the fall.   Keep an eye out this week as we take a look at Rankings Newcomers and provide Positional Breakdowns for each position group!

Next up in our rankings discussion for the Class of 2026 is a look at the Stock Risers.