Prep Hoops Logo
Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
    Alabama
    Arizona
    Arkansas
    California
    Colorado
    Dakotas
    Delaware
    Florida
    Georgia
    Idaho
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Louisiana
    Maryland
    Michigan
    Minnesota
    Missouri
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New England
    New Jersey
    New Mexico
    New York
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    Oregon
    Pennsylvania
    South Carolina
    Tennessee
    Texas
    Utah
    Virginia
    Washington
    West Virginia
    Wisconsin
  • Loading...
  • Loading...
  • Tournaments
    • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
    • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
    Showcases
    • High School High School
    • Middle School Middle School
    Contact Our Team
    • Find Your Sales Representative
    About Our Events
  • Prep Hoops for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
    • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round.
    • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
    • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • Scouts
    • How We Rank
    • Reviews
    • About Us
  • Kentucky
  • Prospects
    • Prospect Database

  • Rankings
    • 2027 Rankings

    • 2028 Rankings

    • 2029 Rankings

    • Archived Rankings

    • How We Rank

  • High Schools
    • Scores

    • Team Rankings

  • Clubs
    • Club Programs

  • Scouts
Prep Hoops Logo
  • Home
  • Coverage
      Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
      Alabama
      Arizona
      Arkansas
      California
      Colorado
      Dakotas
      Delaware
      Florida
      Georgia
      Idaho
      Illinois
      Indiana
      Iowa
      Kansas
      Kentucky
      Louisiana
      Maryland
      Michigan
      Minnesota
      Missouri
      Nebraska
      Nevada
      New England
      New Jersey
      New Mexico
      New York
      North Carolina
      Ohio
      Oklahoma
      Oregon
      Pennsylvania
      South Carolina
      Tennessee
      Texas
      Utah
      Virginia
      Washington
      West Virginia
      Wisconsin
  • Events
      Tournaments
      • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
      • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
      Showcases
      • High School High School
      • Middle School Middle School
      Contact Our Team
      • Find Your Sales Representative
      About Our Events
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Scores
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Hoops for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
      • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round.
      • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
      • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • Scouts
      • How We Rank
      • Reviews
      • About Us
  • Support
Login Subscribe

Rising Seniors Primed for Breakout AAU Seasons

Rising Seniors Primed for Breakout AAU Seasons
Steve Quattrocchi
Steve Quattrocchi March 27, 2026 @ 06:41 PM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Brayden Shepherd
Brayden Shepherd 6'2" | CG/PG | 2027
KY
Pablo Molima
Pablo Molima 6'8" | C/PF | 2027
KY
Adon Grubb
Adon Grubb 6'4" | PF/SF | 2027
KY
Braylon Bilton
Braylon Bilton 6'1" | SG | 2027
KY
Armani Byrd
Armani Byrd 6'7" | SF | 2027
KY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The KHSAA season just ended last weekend but AAU practices are starting up all over the Commonwealth. Let's break down some 2027s whose stock could take off this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2326410"],"_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-69c715b075436"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Byrd has the length and athleticism that D1 schools covet and will pass the eye test as soon as he steps on the court. The KBC roster has serious depth on the wings. If Armani can prove to be a consistent perimeter shooter, he should see his college prospects take off.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2876729"],"_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-69c715b0754a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Molina has been the veteran on a very young Evangel roster for the last two years. This summer, Pablo is likely to be a difference maker for a [program_tooltip program_id='2229551' first='Moss' last='Elite'] squad that has a lot of nice pieces on the roster. A rim running big man who can block shots and rebound, Pablo could be one of the biggest sleeper prospects in Kentucky heading into this AAU season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2900459"],"_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-69c715b0754ea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A big time shooter coming off of a run to the 15th region championship, Shepherd scores the ball in big bursts. Brayden is a two sport star who excels on the baseball field as well but I think he can be a scholarship level player if he gets in front of the right coaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2866431"],"_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-69c715b07552f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A guy who plays with a relentless motor, Adon is going to have a chance to really impress coaches with his athleticism and ability to impact winning in multiple ways. Grubb has been a bit of a hidden gem at Clay County but could burst on the scene with a big summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2399047"],"_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-69c715b075573"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A rangy guard who can play on or off the ball, Bilton has the ability to create havoc on the defensive end. Capable of shooting the gap and getting steals which lead to transition buckets, Braylon could get some schools following him this summer if he continues to grow his game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The KHSAA season just ended last weekend but AAU practices are starting up all over the Commonwealth. Let's break down some 2027s whose stock could take off this summer.

Armani Byrd

Armani Byrd

KY
SF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Armani
Byrd SF
Class
2027
Height
6'7"
HS
Warren Central
|
KY
Rising Seniors Primed for Breakout AAU Seasons
Byrd has the length and athleticism that D1 schools covet and will pass the eye test as soon...
Written by Steve Quattrocchi
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Armani Byrd

State: Kentucky
School: Warren Central
Club: Kentucky Basketball Club Pro 16
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Pablo Molima

Pablo Molima

KY
C/PF
HEIGHT 6'8"
POS C/PF
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Pablo
Molima C/PF
Class
2027
Height
6'8"
HS
Evangel Christian
|
KY
Rising Seniors Primed for Breakout AAU Seasons
Molina has been the veteran on a very young Evangel roster for the last two years. This summer,...
Written by Steve Quattrocchi
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Pablo Molima

State: Kentucky
School: Evangel Christian
Club: Moss Elite
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Brayden Shepherd

Brayden Shepherd

KY
CG/PG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS CG/PG
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Brayden
Shepherd CG/PG
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Johnson Central
|
KY
Rising Seniors Primed for Breakout AAU Seasons
A big time shooter coming off of a run to the 15th region championship, Shepherd scores the ball...
Written by Steve Quattrocchi
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Brayden Shepherd

State: Kentucky
School: Johnson Central
Club: M.A.T.T.S. Mustangs
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Adon Grubb

Adon Grubb

KY
PF/SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS PF/SF
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Adon
Grubb PF/SF
Class
2027
Height
6'4"
HS
Clay County
|
KY
Rising Seniors Primed for Breakout AAU Seasons
A guy who plays with a relentless motor, Adon is going to have a chance to really impress...
Written by Steve Quattrocchi
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Adon Grubb

State: Kentucky
School: Clay County
Club: Kentuckiana Hoops
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Braylon Bilton

Braylon Bilton

KY
SG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SG
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Braylon
Bilton SG
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
HS
Simon Kenton
|
KY
Rising Seniors Primed for Breakout AAU Seasons
A rangy guard who can play on or off the ball, Bilton has the ability to create havoc...
Written by Steve Quattrocchi
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Braylon Bilton

Instagram Twitter
State: Kentucky
School: Simon Kenton
Club: Midwest Basketball Club Grassroots
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Prep Hoops

Access all of Prep Hoops

Continue reading this article and more.

Continue Reading
Already a subscriber? Log in

Related Articles

  • Buckeye State Bash Sunday 17 U Morning Standouts

    Buckeye State Bash Sunday 17 U Morning Standouts

    Michael Roth • May 10

  • EYCL Session I – Ramsey’s Top Eight Friday Night Standouts

    EYCL Session I – Ramsey’s Top Eight Friday Night Standouts

    Brandon Ramsey • May 9

  • Early AAU Season Stock Boosters: 2027 Class

    Early AAU Season Stock Boosters: 2027 Class

    Steve Quattrocchi • May 8

  • Run N Slam: Saturday Afternoon 17 U Standouts

    Run N Slam: Saturday Afternoon 17 U Standouts

    Michael Roth • May 4

  • Logan’s Under the Radar Standouts | Run N’ Slam Edition

    Logan’s Under the Radar Standouts | Run N’ Slam Edition

    Logan Greenwell • May 4

Upgrade to Prep Hoops+
Unlock rankings, insights, and recruiting tools to maximize your exposure and guide your path to college.
Learn More
Loading...
Home Kentucky Rising Seniors Primed for Breakout AAU Seasons

Prep Network

  • Prep Network
  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Girls Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • About
  • Careers
  • Store
  • Partner Interest Form

Resources

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Cookie Policy
  • NCSA College Recruiting
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources
  • College Scholarship Search
  • Terms for Sales and Promotions

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2026 Prep Hoops. All rights reserved.