Ohio 2020 Rankings Update: Southeast Ohio
The Southeast portion of Ohio was neglected last week in our 2019 rankings content because we didn’t have enough players to constitute a whole article. The 2020 class, however, had enough players from SE Ohio that we actually had to…
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Continue ReadingThe Southeast portion of Ohio was neglected last week in our 2019 rankings content because we didn’t have enough players to constitute a whole article. The 2020 class, however, had enough players from SE Ohio that we actually had to exclude a few prospects in this article.
Throughout this week, we’re covering the entire class, segmented by areas in the state. Today, we’re starting with Southeast and Northwest Ohio. Tomorrow is Northeast Ohio, Central on Friday, Dayton and Cincinnati this weekend. Considering the high school season’s imminence, it makes sense to compare players to guys they’ll compete with in the coming months. All the while, keep in mind that we want to focus mostly on the non-Division I prospects, instead bringing awareness to lesser-known recruits.
(#21) Jayvon Maughmer, 6’4” G/W, Chillicothe
Maughmer has emerged on the scene over the last four months in a pretty pronounced way. He’s now the clear no. 2 player in Southeast Ohio only trailing the state’s no. 1 overall prospect, Zach Loveday. Maughmer separates himself with his control — whether it’s ball-handling, decision-making, or staying defensively sound against three or four positions. Although he’s not an overly explosive prospect or energetic figure on the floor, his IQ, size, and multi-dimensional skill-set could allow him to reach Division I recruitment heights.
(#41) Dalton Mischal, 6’4” W/F, McClain
Mischal is a perfect fit for various regional D-II and NAIA programs looking for a strong combo forward with toughness, rebounding ability, and defensive versatility. He has room to grow as a scorer, although his baseline drives and off-ball cuts are a strength. We’ve never seen Mischal play without a ton of effort. He’s more of an undersized four because of his limitations as a shooter. However, he has enough athleticism and power to play that spot for D-IIs.
(#54) Kade Ruegsegger, 6’3” G, Dover
Ruegsegger wrapped up a very good 16U summer with Wooster Warriors in July. The lengthy, unassuming athlete excelled alongside a point guard who can slash-and-kick, as outside shooting is easily Ruegsegger’s best strength. He does have the capability to get to the rim, though, along with being a good team defender.
(#78) Luke Powell, 6’3” G, Barnesville
Powell is one of the top shooters statewide. He doubled as the primary ball-handler and top scorer for All Ohio Black for much of the summer. In other words, he had to do it all. Still, Powell scored the rock with range and showed flashes as a slasher. Programs like Marietta, Rio Grande, and Muskingum should be all over the local product. He can stretch a defense as an off-ball guard for any of those programs and we imagine he’ll shine when defenses are forced to account for other offensive playmakers.
(#107) Brandon Noel, 6’8” F/C, Chillicothe
Noel is pretty much a stretch five. Offensively, his strength is definitely as a pick-and-pop shooter. Occasionally, he’ll come up with a rebound and put it back. Defensively, his foot speed will force him to defend centers at the next level. In-state Division III programs who value bigs that shoot it should track his development as an athlete these next 18 months.
(#130) Caleb Wallis, 5’6” PG, Jackson
Wallis is the shortest player in our entire Ohio database. However, he has made his teams better consistently. Whether it was the Pumas or the two showcases we saw him at since June, Wallis’ confidence, passing ability, and outside shooting has elevated his teams. He makes winning plays whether it’s second efforts, drawing a charge, or excelling in the two-man game.