2020 Rankings: Stock Risers
Another great part of the Rankings is seeing the guys that make big jumps within the rankings. This update, we saw several names of players that moved up and some have seen some college offers as well. Take a look…
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Continue ReadingAnother great part of the Rankings is seeing the guys that make big jumps within the rankings. This update, we saw several names of players that moved up and some have seen some college offers as well. Take a look at some of those biggest jumpers below.
Tahj Staveskie Tahj Staveskie 6'0" | PG Sandusky | 2020 State OH (53 -> 30) Sandusky- We have mentioned Staveskie multiple times over the past several weeks as he truly had a career season for Sandusky. Because of this, he has moved into the Top 30 in the 2020 class. His scoring potential is most impressive, especially as a shooter. He recently picked up an offer from Iowa Western Community College.
Luke Powell Luke Powell 6'3" | SG Barnesville | 2020 State OH (70 -> 53) Barnesville- Powell had a phenomenal senior season, finishing his career with over 2,000 points scored. Putting the basketball in the net is something Luke did a ton this season as he specifically impressed as a shooter, able to knock down from anywhere on the floor. He will be continuing his basketball career at West Liberty University and will have a chance to make an early impact as an underclassmen.
Nate Brighton Nate Brighton 6'5" | PF Evergreen | 2020 State OH (117 -> 71) Evergreen- Brighton moves into the Top 100 after a strong showing this season individually and as a team for Evergreen. The 6’5 Power Forward has such a strong frame, able to finish through traffic, and a leader on both ends of the floor. He currently holds an offer from Concordia.
Nic Smith Nic Smith 6'6" | C Walnut Hills | 2020 State OH (137 -> 113) Walnut Hills- The 6’6 center impressed this season, finishing 3rd Team All-State in Division I for Walnut Hills. Known as one of the best low post players, Smith excelled as a rebounder and as a scorer and as such, has attracted some college attention. He recently committed to Walsh University to continue his career.
Carson Conley Carson Conley 6'2" | SG Licking Valley | 2020 State OH (206 -> 142) Licking Valley- We were a little unsure about Conley at first, but he has shown he can be a legitimate D3 prospect after an impressive showing his senior year. The 6’2 guard gets downhill quickly and get rack up points in the paint through traffic. Keeps his head on a swivel and confident to make cross court passes.
Blake Lloyd Blake Lloyd 6'1" | SG CHCA | 2020 State OH (194 -> 154) CHCA- The 6’1 Shooting Guard has such a strong frame on him for a guard and has shown he is unafraid to utilize it. Able to create offense with his shooting touch and confident ball-handling, Lloyd had quite an impressive season leading CHCA to a Regional Semifinal appearance. He will continue his basketball career next year at Mount St. Joseph.
Huston Harrah Huston Harrah 6'5" | PF Fairfield Union | 2020 State OH (220 -> 191) Fairfield Union- The 6’5 Power Forward played a vital role for Fairfield Union as they had a strong performance this year. Harrah impressed with his long arms, disruptive tendencies on defense, and his pick-and-pop success which resulted in his recent commitment to Heidelberg University to play basketball.
Keaton Turner Keaton Turner 6'0" | PG Coffman | 2020 State OH (48 -> 29) Dublin Coffman- Turner is another name you can read about during our articles over the last 2 weeks. The 6’0 Point Guard stepped into an interesting situation taking over after losing such an elite talent in Dom Penn. Instead, Turner excelled for the Rocks and proved to be one of Central Ohio’s top players during the season. Turner will continue playing basketball next season at Wofford.
Other Notable Risers
Devontae Blanton Devontae Blanton 6'6" | SF St. Edward | 2020 State OH (22 -> 11) St. Edward
Joey Hollifield (23 -> 14) Cardinal Stritch
Zach Rasile Zach Rasile 6'0" | SG McDonald | 2020 State OH (82 -> 73) McDonald
Derrick Hardin Derrick Hardin 6'1" | SG Worthington Christian | 2020 State OH (114 -> 78) Worthington Christian
Bilal Sow Bilal Sow 6'4" | PF Canal Winchester | 2020 State OH (76 -> 65) Canal Winchester
TaVaz Lawler Showers TaVaz Lawler Showers 5'11" | PG Start | 2020 State OH (111 -> 63) Start
Adrian Michael Adrian Michael 5'10" | PG Start | 2020 State OH (136 -> 87) Start
Ryan Cutler Ryan Cutler 6'5" | SF Olentangy Orange | 2020 State OH (118 -> 108) Olentangy Orange
Martin Lowry Martin Lowry 6'3" | SG Fairview | 2020 State OH (123 -> 109) Fairview
Bobby Crenshaw Bobby Crenshaw 6'1" | SG Newark | 2020 State OH (180 -> 140) Newark
Jayvin Landers Jayvin Landers 6'5" | SF Antwerp | 2020 State OH (197 ->170) Antwerp