My Top 25: Breaking Down the 2028 Class – Part 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The rising 2028 class in Kansas is set to take center stage this season, with several emerging names poised to make an impact -- some stepping into key roles, while others look to become primary options for their respective programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>20. Sy Thomas | 6'0" Guard | Eudora | Team Together</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An extremely quick lead guard who thrives in transition, Thomas consistently pushes the pace and creates easy scoring opportunities. He has excellent vision, often seeing plays before they develop and actively looking to get his teammates involved. Offensively, Sy can score at a high clip. He creates separation with a lightning-quick first step and finishes creatively around the rim. When called upon, he's also shown the ability to knock down shots from the perimeter with consistency. With his speed, vision, and scoring ability, Thomas is a dynamic guard who can take over games in a variety of ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>19. [player_tooltip player_id='2820800' first='Trey' last='Chambers'] | 5'9" Guard | Heritage Christian | NDALAB</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Known for his elusive ball handling, [player_tooltip player_id='2820800' first='Trey' last='Chambers'] consistently breaks down defenders off the dribble, creating scoring opportunities for himself both at the rim and in the mid-range. His ability to shift gears and change direction makes him a tough cover in isolation situations. On the defensive end, Chambers brings the same intensity. He takes on the challenge of guarding primary ball handlers -- often picking them up full court -- and does a great job disrupting offensive rhythm and forcing opponents to play at an uncomfortable pace. His combination of offensive creativity and defensive tenacity makes him a dynamic two-way guard with strong upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>18. [player_tooltip player_id='2820897' first='Brooks' last='Ballard'] | 6'1" Guard | Washburn Rural | Team Together</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the top shooters in the 2028 class, Brooks has the ability to heat up in a hurry, knocking down outside shots at a high rate. He excels in catch-and-shoot situations, reading off-ball actions well and getting his shot off against a variety of defensive coverages. Ballard is also showing steady growth in other areas of his game. He's becoming more confident handling the ball and brings toughness on the defensive end, consistently making timely, impact plays. With his elite shooting and all-around development, Ballard is quickly becoming a complete and reliable guard to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>17. Brady Bonczynski | 5'10" Guard | Blue Valley Southwest | PAC</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brady is a high-upside combo guard who continues to grow and develop his game. A strong perimeter shooter, he has a great feel for moving without the ball -- relocating into space and consistently knocking down shots at a high clip. His on-ball game is also evolving, as he's begun to show the ability to create offense and initiate actions as a secondary ball handler. With a bigger role on the horizon, Bonczynski looks primed to take another step forward this season and solidify himself as a key contributor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>16. Cash Schneider | 6'1" Guard | Eudora | Team Together </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Schneider is a rising prospect who continues to climb the rankings thanks to his standout perimeter shooting and offensive feel. He's extremely comfortable shooting off the catch, especially coming off off-ball screens and movement actions, with a quick release that allows him to score over various types of defenders. In addition to his shooting, Cash handles the ball well under pressure and shows a strong understanding of how to run offense. He excels as a drive-and-kick playmaker, regularly creating opportunities for teammates while keeping defenses off balance. His combination of shooting, ball-handling, and decision-making makes him a valuable backcourt piece with plenty of upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->