Rankings Preview: Class of 2028

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2028 is in a good position as the basketball season is at its midway point. Several players are seeing increased playing time, and enough of a sample size exists to begin assessing their potential rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A player battling for the top spot in the rankings is [player_tooltip player_id='1724358' first='Troy' last='Kaufusi'] of Orem High School. He is building on a strong grassroots season, excelling as the starting PG for a good Orem team. This year, he has been an excellent shooter, averaging 3+ three-pointers per game. Kaufusi is a dynamic player who can penetrate the lane and create opportunities. With several Division 1 offers and plenty of attention, he has a promising future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is a player proving his new school is the real deal, and that's [player_tooltip player_id='2344083' first='Drew' last='Faddis'] of West Field. Faddis has not only improved his game but has also grown to about 6'7, making a name for himself. A good rebounder, he has found an extra gear that has helped him and his team. He is an intriguing prospect with upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another player making some noise out of Farmington is [player_tooltip player_id='2838991' first='Jack' last='Layton']. Layton has made a significant leap in his overall skillset from last season, and he is showcasing it on the court. He has tremendous athletic ability and could be just scratching the surface of where he can take his game in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye on [player_tooltip player_id='2917921' first='Carson' last='Edmunds'] of Bingham High School. He has been a solid performer whenever given an opportunity, and with continued focus on the positive aspects of his game, there's potential for significant growth in the future. Edmunds possesses a versatile skill set and has good length, standing around 6'4.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another player to watch from Mountain Ridge is [player_tooltip player_id='[#######]' first='Jordan' last='Horsley']. Horsley has emerged as a key player, displaying an impressive scoring ability. His knack for finding open space and finishing at the rim makes him a constant threat. With his continued development, he could be a standout in the Class of 2028.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->