Breakout candidates for 2022: Part 3
As we head into the heart of the summer, I thought it would be fun to look into possible breakout candidates for the hopeful HS season in the fall. Either they will see their stock go up or finally get…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingAs we head into the heart of the summer, I thought it would be fun to look into possible breakout candidates for the hopeful HS season in the fall. Either they will see their stock go up or finally get those much deserved offers for the first time.
I have 21 breakout juniors to comment about. (11 currently ranked and 10 not ranked)
Here are the last seven potential breakout juniors:
Not ranked Julian Roberts Julian Roberts 6'9" | C Bella Vista Prep | 2022 State AZ (Glenview College Prep)
-The long lefty may be the top shooting forward or one of the top in the class. He rebounds in area and plays above the rim. A nice deep sleeper in the West Side.
Not ranked Luke Kearney Luke Kearney 6'7" | SF Bella Vista Prep | 2022 State AZ (SDO)
-Another top shooting forward with some nice bounce. He can score it from inside and out and should have a huge season for the Eagles.
Not ranked Terrance Dixon Terrance Dixon 6'8" | PF Bella Vista Prep | 2022 State AZ (Desert Vista)
-One of the top athletes in the class plays way above the rim. He has incredible length and rim runs, rebounds and blocks shots. A capable 3pt shooter off the catch but can still work on his mechanics. He can defend out in space and near the rim.
Not ranked Goodnews Akonofua Goodnews Akonofua 6'11" | C Bella Vista Prep | 2022 AZ (Bella Vista Prep)
-A huge true post player is improving his feel, footwork and hands. He can rebound and block shots in area.
Not ranked Caleb Shaw Caleb Shaw 6'3" | CG Phhprep | 2022 State AZ (Phhoenix Prep)
-One of the top transfer guards from out of state by way of Tennessee. He is a big time shooter with the ability to make pinpoint passes to teammates.
Not ranked Jayson Petty Jayson Petty 6'4" | SG Phhoenix Prep | 2023 State AZ (Centennial) (Pictured)
-The high-motored long forward is athletic, he rebounds well and his shot has improved since last season. He may avg close to a double-double next season.
Not ranked Elias Conditt Elias Conditt 6'9" | C Thunderbird | 2022 AZ (Thunderbird)
-A quickly growing post player grew 2-3 inches and is still a little raw but is big and athletic. He was a baseball player learning the hoops game. He has good form and a nice touch and just needs more experience. He could make a big jump up this year or next.