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Big Impact Upperclassmen centers

Big Impact Upperclassmen centers
Aasim Sullivan
Aasim Sullivan July 28, 2025 @ 09:22 PM
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Ahmed Rabie
Ahmed Rabie 6'11" | C | 2026
New E
Kyle Seltzer
Kyle Seltzer 6'10" | C | 2027
New E
Papa Diop
Papa Diop 6'8" | 2027
NY
Darius Ratliff
Darius Ratliff 6'10" | PF | 2026
NY
Keiner Asprilla
Keiner Asprilla 7'0" | C | 2026
NJ
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some centers who control the paint on both ends of the floor, while doing much more to impact winning. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2416885"],"_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-68883056d620f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Diop is a skilled center who consistently turns heads with his impact on both ends of the floor. He finishes well around the rim, rebounds at a high level, and protects the paint with his shot-blocking ability. What sets him apart is his ability to stretch the floor and knock down shots. Diop's blend of size, touch, and versatility makes him a matchup problem for opponents.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2027752"],"_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-68883056d6291"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ratliff is an extremely versatile center who brings a modern skill set to the position. He can stretch the defense with his shooting range and also put the ball on the floor to create plays. His mobility and feel allow him to operate comfortably on the perimeter or in the post. Ratliff's all-around game makes him a dynamic presence and a tough cover for opposing bigs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1603412"],"_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-68883056d6306"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Asprilla is an athletic big who brings energy and physicality to the paint. He's a strong rim protector with great timing and instincts on defense. On the boards, he crashes hard and secures rebounds on both ends. Asprilla finishes above the rim with power, often capping plays off with highlight-reel dunks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2875018"],"_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-68883056d6386"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rabie is a big, mobile presence who anchors the paint with his size and agility. He's an effective shot blocker, using his length and timing to alter and reject shots. Rabie rebounds well on both ends, giving his team second-chance opportunities and limiting opponents. His ability to move and cover ground makes him a valuable asset defensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2470950"],"_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-68883056d63d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Seltzer is a big with a lethal jump shot, making him a constant threat from mid-range and beyond. His smooth shooting touch forces defenders to respect him outside the paint. Inside, he showcases great footwork and patience, allowing him to score efficiently around the rim. Seltzer's blend of size, skill, and scoring ability makes him a tough matchup for any frontcourt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Here are some centers who control the paint on both ends of the floor, while doing much more to impact winning.

Papa Diop

Papa Diop

HEIGHT 6'8"
POS N/A
CLASS 2027
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Papa
Diop
Class
2027
Height
6'8"
HS
Denver East
|
NY
Big Impact Upperclassmen centers
Diop is a skilled center who consistently turns heads with his impact on both ends of the floor....
Written by Aasim Sullivan
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Papa Diop

State: New York
School: Denver East
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Darius Ratliff

Darius Ratliff

NY
PF
HEIGHT 6'10"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Darius
Ratliff PF
Class
2026
Height
6'10"
HS
Stepinac
|
NY
Big Impact Upperclassmen centers
Ratliff is an extremely versatile center who brings a modern skill set to the position. He can stretch...
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Darius Ratliff

State: New York
School: Stepinac
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Keiner Asprilla

Keiner Asprilla

HEIGHT 7'0"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Keiner
Asprilla C
Class
2026
Height
7'0"
HS
St. Peter's Prep
|
NJ
Big Impact Upperclassmen centers
Asprilla is an athletic big who brings energy and physicality to the paint. He’s a strong rim protector...
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Keiner Asprilla

State: New Jersey
School: St. Peter's Prep
Club: NY Rens
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Ahmed Rabie

Ahmed Rabie

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C
HEIGHT 6'11"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Ahmed
Rabie C
Class
2026
Height
6'11"
HS
Proctor Academy
|
New E
Big Impact Upperclassmen centers
Rabie is a big, mobile presence who anchors the paint with his size and agility. He’s an effective...
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Ahmed Rabie

State: New England
School: Proctor Academy
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Kyle Seltzer

Kyle Seltzer

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C
HEIGHT 6'10"
POS C
CLASS 2027
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Kyle
Seltzer C
Class
2027
Height
6'10"
HS
Williston Northampton
|
New E
Big Impact Upperclassmen centers
Seltzer is a big with a lethal jump shot, making him a constant threat from mid-range and beyond....
Written by Aasim Sullivan
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Kyle Seltzer

State: New England
School: Williston Northampton
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