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More Underclassmen Prospects to know

More Underclassmen Prospects to know
Aasim Sullivan
Aasim Sullivan May 27, 2025 @ 12:08 PM
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Luca Balducci
Luca Balducci 6'0" | PG | 2028
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Kevin Wheatley Jr.
Kevin Wheatley Jr. 6'5" | SF | 2028
NY
Ian Archbold
Ian Archbold 6'4" | SG | 2028
NJ
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here is a look at some more young up and comers, that are showing there high ceilings with their play this spring. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194738"],"_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-6835f197310d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Archbold is a talented guard with impressive size and versatility on the court. He has a smooth shooting stroke and can consistently knock down shots from the perimeter. His ability to get to the basket makes him a dual-threat offensively. With his blend of skill and physical tools, he poses a constant challenge for defenders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Yann Kamagate","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77243","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Darrow ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Expressions","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6835f197311ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Yann is a high-upside big man with excellent mobility and athleticism. He runs the floor well, making him a constant threat in transition. Defensively, he protects the rim with strong shot-blocking instincts and rebounds at a high level. Offensively, he finishes around the basket with power and touch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2486597"],"_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-6835f197311ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Balducci is a smart, skilled guard who consistently makes the right plays. He has a high basketball IQ and keeps the offense flowing with good decision-making. His shooting ability allows him to effectively space the floor and stretch defenses. Whether on or off the ball, he contributes with poise and efficiency.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Akeem Mclaren","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77246","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Monsignor Scanlan","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6835f197312a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McLaren is a dynamic guard who excels at finding teammates in transition and creating easy scoring opportunities. He's a knockdown shooter with deep range, making him a constant threat from the perimeter. His vision and feel for the game stand out, especially in fast-paced situations. With his skill set and upside, he's definitely one to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194747"],"_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-6835f197312f2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wheatley Jr. is a powerful, skilled big guard who can impact the game in multiple ways. His combination of size and skill allows him to dominate both inside and out. He plays with exceptional poise, never rushing his decisions and always staying in control. With his well-rounded game, he's a tough matchup for any defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Here is a look at some more young up and comers, that are showing there high ceilings with their play this spring.

Ian Archbold

Ian Archbold

NJ
SG
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG
CLASS 2028
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Ian
Archbold SG
Class
2028
Height
6'4"
HS
Blair Academy
|
NJ
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Ian Archbold

State: New Jersey
School: Blair Academy
Club: New York Lightning
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Yann Kamagate

Yann Kamagate

HEIGHT 6'11"
POS C
CLASS 2028

Yann Kamagate

School: Darrow
Club: Expressions
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Luca Balducci

Luca Balducci

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PG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PG
CLASS 2028
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Luca
Balducci PG
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
HS
Loomis Chaffee School
|
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Balducci is a smart, skilled guard who consistently makes the right plays. He has a high basketball IQ...
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Luca Balducci

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State: New England
School: Loomis Chaffee School
Club: NY Rens
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Akeem Mclaren

Akeem Mclaren

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS PG
CLASS 2028

Akeem Mclaren

School: Monsignor Scanlan
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Kevin Wheatley Jr.

Kevin Wheatley Jr.

NY
SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2028
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Kevin
Wheatley Jr. SF
Class
2028
Height
6'5"
HS
Our Saviour Lutheran
|
NY
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Kevin Wheatley Jr.

State: New York
School: Our Saviour Lutheran
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