Wells has been unstoppable all season for Fruita Monument, and that kind of production is what carries teams to league titles. Averaging 24.3 points per game with a season high 51, he’s proven he can completely take over when it matters most. His six double doubles show he’s not just a scorer but he rebounds, defends and impacts every possession. Wells sets the tone with in your face defense and relentless energy, forcing opponents out of rhythm. When a player can dominate offensively while anchoring the team defensively, it elevates everyone around him

Jhett Wells Jhett Wells 6'2" | CG Fruita Monument | 2026 State CO is the epitome of a guy who has worked for his spot. He had a stellar junior season where he turned heads with his play. But this season, he has taken it to a new level. Wells is a Top-5 scorer in the state at 26.4 points a game, and what’s impressive is WHO he’s doing this against. He has 51 points in a high scoring game against Lutheran, 44 points in a close with against state champions, Kent Denver, and is coming off of two straight 30+ point games. He’s put up double figures in each game while being the focal point of the offense, and he plays the right way. It’s not just an offensive onslaught for him, though. He’s also averaging 7 boards, 3.4 assists, and 3.6 steals a game as well. He’s balanced and doing everything that his team needs from him for his team to win. We saw him have a stellar summer and Fall, and he’s carried that momentum into the season. He steps into the Top 15 as a riser. 

Jhett Wells Jhett Wells 6'2" | CG Fruita Monument | 2026 State CO is undisputedly Fruita Monument’s strongest asset across the board, leading his team in every statistic. Thus far, Wells has averaged a monstrous 28 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 3.1 APG, 4.9 SPG, 1.1 BPG, all on 53% shooting from the field. Aside from the numbers, Wells is a phenomenal playmaker who oozes confidence each trip down the floor. There’s never an ounce of hesitation in him, as each dribble, pass, and shot is intentional. Wells is on track to be the best guard in the state.

Wells has opened the season on an unstoppable tear, scoring 23 in the opener and erupting for 51 against Lutheran. He’s completely locked in and burying deep threes, scoring with polished footwork in the post and finishing through contact. On defense he’s been just as dominant, blocking perimeter shots, applying relentless pressure and turning steals into easy transition points. Wells is playing with confidence and a level of two way intensity that makes him one of the most exciting players in the state right now

Jhett makes the rise because he had himself a solid junior season and went into the summer with something to prove. Well, he did just that after he put up solid tournaments as well as showcases where he showed that he’s an impact player no matter the environment. Wells is a lights-out shooter; he attacks off the dribble and is a two-way standout that leads by example. He instantly made his team better every time that we saw him, and he’s a winner. He will be a player that all eyes are on this season, and he is a player that will rise in the 2026 rankings. 

Jhett Wells Jhett Wells 6'2" | CG Fruita Monument | 2026 State CO has a deeper understanding of how the game operates under the surface. Showcasing his playmaking abilities, Wells has a sixth sense for pinpointing where his teammates will be during basket cuts. With a tight handle and his head up, Wells ends up with multiple assists each game, and his teammates’ spirits are always lifted. The 6’2 combo guard should see a massive jump in minutes and volume, so stay tuned for Wells to shine.

Wells showed exactly why there’s buzz around his name. He’s a coach’s son, plays with purpose, and doesn’t take plays off. He hit deep threes, ran the floor, and scored efficiently in transition. In one of Collective’s biggest matchups of the weekend, he locked in defensively and made game-changing stops and plays. What stood out for me is how he takes over at times, but he also lets the game come to him. He doesn’t need the offense run through him to produce, but he keeps moving and puts himself in spots to succeed by reading the game, which makes him even more valuable. Jhett’s a gamer and someone we are excited to see a bit more of.

Jhett Wells Jhett Wells 6'2" | CG Fruita Monument | 2026 State CO is a lockdown defender who has no problem putting up 6 or 7 steals in a game. Wells plays baseball for a Fruita Monument squad who ended up placing 1st in their conference finishing with a 19-5 record last season. On the hardwood, Wells has a quick first step with the ball, allowing him to burst to the basket for points. Wells truly is as fast as a “Jhett” when he showcases his athleticism.

Wells has been on a tear out West, leading this league in points per game while providing especially efficient shotmaking around the basket. Bringing both a quick first step and strong frame to handle contact for physical finishes, he is continuing to round out his shotmaking profile from all three levels. Already a knockdown shooter off the catch, he has made strides in creating space off the dribble, adept as the primary creator to set up the other important scoring options. 

Wells has been excellent for Fruita Monument, getting more confident scoring off the dribble, weighed upon even more so than last season. Adept rising up for pull-ups in the mid-range, opposing defenses are often forced to go over on ball screens, fearing the consistent shooting from distance. This is all alongside the constant motor for defensive rebounds or alertness in the passing lanes, it was no accident this group made it to the Coliseum last postseason. Despite commanding a larger offensive role, Wells still has plenty of energy on the defensive end, holding his own against his fair share of backcourt matchups one on one.