Stories

Caden Lawson @Caden_Lawson35 6'5, Class of 2027 Pike County Central HS, KY Caden Lawson's game is built on toughness, versatility, and an obsession with winning. He describes himself as an all-around basketball player who takes pride in defending at a high level, playing harder than everyone else on the floor, spacing the court with his shot, and finishing above the rim whenever the opportunity presents itself. More than anything else, Caden believes his competitive fire sep

Nate Mercer @NateMercer30 6'1, Class of 2028 Prince Alford College, South Australia Nate has built his game on toughness, effort, and making life miserable for the opponent from the opening tip until the final buzzer. He describes himself as a physical guard who relentlessly attacks the rim, stretches the floor with a lethal three-point shot, and has the athleticism to defend multiple positions without backing away from any challenge. What truly separates Nate isn't just his

Graham Seraphine @GSBasketball21 IG: @grahamhoops0 6ft, 170lbs, Class of 2028 Brentwood HS, TN Graham's game is built on putting pressure on defenses from every level of the floor. He describes himself as a true three-level scorer who plays with pace, makes smart decisions, and thrives on scoring the basketball at a high level. Whether he is pulling up from deep, attacking the rim, or finding the open space for the smooth middy, Graham plays with an aggressive confidence th

Noah Lewis @NoahLewis713 5'10, Class of 2028 Second Baptist School, TX Noah isn't waiting for tomorrow to become a leader. He's already embracing that role today. Every time he steps on the floor, he brings an energy that's impossible to ignore, playing with passion, intensity, and a nonstop motor. While plenty of young guards can score the basketball, Noah takes pride in setting the tone, making the right play, and giving everything he has on both ends of the floor. His gam

Chris Owens @2028_ChrisOwens 6'3, 193lbs, Class of 2028 Bryan Station HS, KY Chris is building his game around toughness, versatility, and the belief that every possession matters. He describes himself as a combo slasher who can impact the game in several different ways, but what separates him is the energy he brings every time he steps on the floor. Whether the shots are falling or not, Chris refuses to let his energy change because he takes just as much pride in locking up

Brody Davis IG: @brodydavis._ 5'9, Class of 2030 Bishop Ludden-Grimes HS, NY Brody Davis is quietly building something that is getting harder to ignore every time he steps on the floor. The crafty and shifty guard already plays with the patience of a true point guard, the confidence to score from all three levels, and the vision to make the right pass when the defense takes away his own shot. Add explosive athleticism, growing strength around the rim, and a fearless approach

Will Terry @willterry09 6'5, Class of 2028 Lucy Beckham HS, SC Will isn't chasing attention, rankings, or easy roads, but growth, tougher competition, and every opportunity to become the best version of himself. The forward at Lucy Beckham High School plays with an edge that comes from believing nobody will outwork him. He describes himself as relentless, the one diving for every loose ball, battling for every rebound, embracing every matchup, and doing whatever it takes to h

Alaina Carter @Alaina_Carter28 5'7, Class of 2028 Berkeley HS, SC Alaina Carter has already built a resume that most athletes spend an entire high school career chasing, but she isn't satisfied with trophies, awards, or headlines because her focus has always been on becoming better than she was yesterday. The Berkeley High School guard continues to raise the standard for herself with every season, proving she is far more than a scorer by bringing toughness, leadership, relent

Tyler Engelson @tyler_egelson 6ft, 195lbs, Class of 2028 Colorado Northeast CC, CO There are stories that are built around highlights, trophies, and offers, and then there are stories built on survival. Tyler Engelson's journey has never been about taking the easy road. Every step has been earned through pain, sacrifice, and refusing to let life's toughest moments decide his future. Now that journey has led him to Colorado Northwestern Community College, where he will carry

Dominick Sgambellone @DJS3QB10 6'2, 205lbs, Class of 2028 First Baptist Academy Naples, FL There is nothing flashy about Dominick, and his greatest weapon lives between his ears. Dominick is a dynamic field general whose electric football IQ allows the game to slow down while everyone else is speeding up. He has the arm strength to make every throw on the field, but it's his ability to diagnose defenses, process information in a split second, and consistently make the right

Calvin Geisler @CHGeisler 6"2, Class of 2027 Blue Valley Southwest HS, KS Calvin may be known for making shots, but his game goes far beyond putting points on the scoreboard. He describes himself as an off-ball creator who never stops moving, constantly forcing defenses to make difficult decisions with his cutting, spacing, and ability to shoot from anywhere on the floor. His high motor shows up on every possession, whether he is chasing down rebounds against bigger opponents

Dominic Vasile @Dom31_ 6'3, Class of 2027 Armanda HS, MI Dominic has built a reputation as a scorer, but that only scratches the surface of what he brings every time he steps on the court. He takes pride in doing the dirty work that wins games, chasing down rebounds as a guard, bringing nonstop energy, and making sure everyone is locked in by constantly communicating on both ends of the floor. Whether he is directing traffic on offense or calling out switches on defense, his

Bernard Bnjatic @Bgnjatic22 6'1, Class of 2027 Mentor HS, OH AAU: TNBA Select HGAL 17U Bernard Gnjatic helped lead TNBA Select HGAL 17U to a strong 5-1 weekend across two events (Atlantic City Jamfest and Spooky Nook, PA), and his fingerprints were all over those victories. Winning basketball has never been about just putting points on the board, and Bernard showed exactly why throughout the weekend. Every time his team needed a big shot, a timely pass, a defensive stop, or

Kellen Paul @kellen_paul_ 6'1, Class of 2029 Forrest Hill Central HS, MI Kellen Paul has already built a name for himself as a fearless scorer who can heat up in a hurry, but there is much more to his game than lighting up the scoreboard. He takes pride in making winning plays, continues working to become a better defender and rebounder, and understands that the game is about much more than putting the ball in the basket. His confidence comes from preparation, his motor ne

Graham Swartz @Grahamswaetz11 6'3, Class of 2027 Great Crossing HS, KY The road from Rupp Arena to the AAU circuit has been a launching pad for Graham, not a finish line. After helping his team make a memorable run to the state tournament, he rolled right into the summer determined to keep building instead of looking back. Every workout became another opportunity to grow, and every game became another chance to prove he was getting better. The biggest improvement in his game

Caleb Marshall @RealCMarshall 6'2, Class of 2028 Lexington Christian Academy, KY Caleb Marshall has become one of the most feared scorers on the floor because defenders never know where the next bucket is coming from. Give him an inch beyond the arc, and he can make you pay from almost anywhere, but the biggest mistake is believing that's all he brings to the game. His deep range stretches defenses to their breaking point, opening driving lanes for himself and his teammates,

Josh Bascom @Josh_Boscom 6'5, Class of 2027 Rockford HS, MI Josh doesn't wait for the game to come to him because he attacks it from the opening tip. His aggressive style, versatility, and nonstop motor allow him to impact every part of the game, whether he is scoring, rebounding, defending, or making the hustle plays that swing momentum. Every time he steps on the floor, Josh plays with purpose and confidence, bringing energy that spreads throughout his team. That approach h

Nate Fridman @NateFridman 5'10, Class of 2027 Glenbrook North HS, IL Nate has built his game around winning, doing whatever his team needs, and never taking a single possession for granted. The savvy point guard is a steady floor leader who can make shots, lock up on the defensive end, and make everyone around him better. Whether he is creating for teammates, stepping into a big three, or diving after a loose ball, Nate brings energy that never seems to run out. That complete

**These selections weren't based strictly on who filled up the scoring column. ** Overall impact, winning basketball, versatility, toughness, leadership, and making the biggest difference when the lights were the brightest all played a huge role in these rankings. A few earned their spot because of everything they accomplished throughout the weekend, while others simply delivered individual performances that were impossible to overlook. Every name on this list comes from game

Riley Johnson @Riley_Jihnson5 5'10, 175lbs, Class of 2027 Hover HS, WV Riley Johnson has discovered something that every competitor searches for, but very few ever truly find. His confidence is not built on a hot shooting night, a packed stat sheet, or the final score. It is built on Jesus Christ. That foundation allows him to play with relentless passion, fierce determination, and an unshakable confidence while never losing sight of who he truly represents every time he step