An extremely confident shooter with a lightning quick trigger shooting release, Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ continued to demonstrate why his presence out on the perimeter demands consistent defensive attention. Even the smallest pocket of space is enough for him to get a shot off and his three point proficiency has fully developed into the most recognizable element of his offensive game— taking full advantage of available opportunities and converting on open looks to knock down shots off the catch while shooting it at just as efficient a percentage while moving through offensive actions. Loomis complemented his scoring ability with flashes of rim pressure— attacking driving angles in the open floor and open gaps in half court actions to get deep in the lane with straight line speed, displaying touch and creativity when finishing around the basket.

A dangerous perimeter shooter who hunts his shot with clear confidence and can easily find a rhythm, Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ delivered an impressive performance that highlighted the versatility in his shot making ability. With outside shooting having fully developed into the defining aspect of his offensive value, Loomis shot the basketball with efficiency across multiple shot types— deep range accuracy off the catch paired with quick stop on a dime pull ups and smooth turn around fadeaways in the mid range area. While also revealing an added dimension to his offensive skill set, hitting well timed pocket passes in PnR actions paired with the ability to penetrate the heart of the defense and finish with craftiness at the rim.

A quick trigger perimeter shooter with the green light to fire whenever he sees even a sliver of space, Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ continued to show why he is a threat defenses must consistently account for from three point range—a skill that has firmly become the defining aspect of his offensive profile and overall impact. He capitalized on several open opportunities, knocking down timely three pointers with the quick, confident release noted earlier. Loomis also displayed a strong ability to convert on perimeter looks across different shooting categories— particularly off the catch, creating a little bit of separation off the bounce and knocking down shots off the dribble, and even converting on movement looks, further showcasing the versatility of his shooting profile.

A quick trigger perimeter shooter with the green light to shoot it whenever he sees a glimmer of space, Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ continued to demonstrate why he is a threat defenses must consistently account for from three point range, what’s firmly become the defining part of his skillset and overall impact. He took advantage of several open looks, converting on timely three pointers with the quick and confident release highlighted earlier— further highlighted by a strong ability to convert both catch and shoot opportunities and perimeter looks off the dribble.

Living up to the reputation he’s built over the last few years or so, as a confident and dangerous perimeter shot maker who is a constant threat from three point range, Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ reaffirmed himself as a perimeter threat defenses must consistently account for— capitalizing on a number of open looks and knocking down timely three pointers with that quick confident release mentioned earlier. Quick with the ball in his hands, Loomis was also effective at pushing the tempo in transition and finishing with craftiness at the basket when such opportunities presented itself.

Despite his undersized frame, Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ competes with a fearless mindset and an infectious level of toughness and grit, having consistently stood out as a dependable bright spot in Rutgers Prep’s backcourt over the course of this season. While reinforcing his reputation as a guard defenses must constantly locate and close out on out on the perimeter knocking down opportunistic shots from three point range as confident and quick release spot up shooter, Loomis countered that deft outside shooting touch by displaying an increased comfort of being able to penetrate the defense and attack closeouts off the bounce for crafty finishes around the basket and draw contact to get to the free throw line, ultimately using his quickness to carve out driving lanes. Loomis further displayed his value, adding an additional layer as a steady offensive initiator as the season wained, making timely decisions with the ball in his hands and delivering sharp passes to set up open teammates.

A steady and reliably productive guard in Rutgers Prep’s backcourt capable of being a dependable source of offense particularly with outside scoring and while also being a tough finisher in the paint, Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ provided much of that in their matchup against Salem. Loomis knocked down opportunistic shots from three point range as a spot up shooter, while also attacking closeouts and open driving angles to finish in the lane. Loomis also showed comfort initiating offense and made smart, timely reads, delivering sharp passes to open teammates.

Although undersized Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ plays with a fearless mentality and infectious level of toughness to him, consistently proving to be a reliable bright spot for Rutgers Prep’s backcourt. Contrary to his typical threat as lethal outside scorer, Loomis impressed with his ability to produce constant paint touches in Rutgers Prep’s thrilling matchup against Gill St. Bernard’s— attacking driving angles off the bounce with quickness for crafty finishes at the basket while also showing an ability to absorb contact on drives and get to the free throw line. As the game went on Loomis still lived up to his reputation as dangerous and confident outside shot maker, knocking down a pair of open looks from three point range.

Consistently proving to be as lethal and confident an outside shooter as anybody in the entire state, Rocco Loomis Rocco Loomis 5'10" | PG Rutgers Prep | 2027 State NJ continued to prove his reputation as a guard who defenses must actively locate and close out on at all times. Although Rutgers Prep faced a tough uphill deficit pretty much the entirety of the game against St. Francis (NY), Loomis still impressed as a spot up marksman— burying a number of open looks from three point range, with deep range accuracy as well. Beyond his shooting, Loomis also showed flashes of his ability to not only attack defensive closeouts and finish in the paint but also be an additional reliable ball handler for this offense.

It’s usually a simple recipe with Loomis, who’s established himself as one of the premier long-range snipers in the state while putting himself on pace for well over 1,000 career points. He shook off an uncharacteristically slow start on Tuesday to knock down 6 3s en route to 21 points, including 4 during a crucial 3rd quarter spurt that helped position the Argonauts in the driver’s seat. Loomis also chips in as a secondary ballhandler while playing tough-nosed on-ball defense on the other end. He profiles at least as a likely priority at the academic D3 level with his shooting placing him on the radars of scholarship-level programs as well.