Blankenship is the steady senior leader for Heritage, bringing value well beyond the box score. Averaging 6.5 points per game, he impacts winning in a variety of ways, doing whatever the team needs on a given night. He plays with poise and toughness, sets the tone defensively and makes the right plays offensively. His leadership, versatility and ability to affect the game on both ends of the floor make him an essential piece to Heritage’s success

Ben Blankenship Ben Blankenship 5'10" | SG Heritage | 2026 State CO is a crucial role player who remains unfazed by pressure and comes up huge in big moments. The 5’10 shooting guard makes defenses pay from the three-point line and has developed a consistent mid-range game to add to his offensive firepower. Blankenship implements his energy and personality into the game, and when he gets hot, it’s nearly impossible to cool him down. A reliable guard, Blankenship is always ready to make plays and give his team wins.

Blankenship has provided efficient floor spacing while at Heritage, comfortable letting it fly against incoming contests. Posting 8.1 points on 46% from distance, part of what allows him such success is his willingness to actively fill gaps in the halfcourt, comfortably relocating when necessary. His activity while off-ball helps curate consistent floor spacing when available. On the defensive end, Blankenship is especially active in the passing lanes, working on the margins to disrupt opponents. Heritage is off to a competitive start to the season, holding their own against Highlands Ranch and Legacy in their past two games.