Updated Class of 2023 Rankings: Top Newcomers
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The Class of 2023 rankings have been updated and while there were plenty of guys that moved from watchlist to ranked status, since our last go-around a number of new names have popped onto the radar for this iteration. Here’s…
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Continue ReadingThe Class of 2023 rankings have been updated and while there were plenty of guys that moved from watchlist to ranked status, since our last go-around a number of new names have popped onto the radar for this iteration. Here’s a closer look at the top newcomers to the list.
#16 – Tristan Davis Tristan Davis 6'8" | PF Lakeridge | 2023 State OR (2023 Wilsonville)
We noticed Davis on the bench on the Wilsonville varsity this past season and were immediately struck by his sheer 6-foot-8 size. Having seen him get some court action with Elite 24, he showed that he’s a developing big man who not only takes up space and can really grab boards, but is coming along with his offensive game. Davis can hit face up jumpers with even a three or two mixed in.
#26 – Styles DeLeon Styles DeLeon 6'0" | CG The Dalles | 2023 State OR (2023 The Dalles)
We didn’t get to see The Dalles play at all last season but having seen DeLeon play with Elite 24 this fall, it’s hard to imagine he won’t be a major contributor as a sophomore. The 6-foot combo guard can really score the ball, whether it’s on quick drives to the hoop or getting hot from the outside. He’s a good all-around athlete who should continue to get stronger and faster as his body matures.
#29 – Marcus McKinney Marcus McKinney 6'0" | CG Gresham | 2023 State OR (2023 Benson)
McKinney played on the Grant JV squad last season but will be at Benson this season. The 5-foot-11 guard is an all-around player, capable of playing all the backcourt positions and can score as well as pass. He is also is active on the defensive side of the ball. McKinney played this summer and fall with the Dyntasty AAU program. He should be a rotation contributor for the Techmen.
#30 – Jeremiah Stigler Jeremiah Stigler 6'1" | CG Jefferson | 2023 State OR (2023 Grant)
Stigler played on the Grant freshman team last season in relative obscurity but got on our radar when he participated in a number of West Coast Elite camps this summer/fall. The 6-foot-1 lefty is good at getting to the basket, especially in transition, but can also knock down some open jumpers. Grant is traditionally deep at guard but look for Stigler to fight for minutes.
#32 – Trask Petersen Trask Petersen 5'11" | CG West Linn | 2023 State OR (2023 Tillamook)
Petersen earned All-League honors last season at Tillamook his freshman season – the only one in his class to do so – and returns as one of the top players in the Cowapa. The 5-foot-10 combo guard has a good feel for the game and can put points on the board when called upon. He played up with older players on an Elite 24 squad this fall and also with another team put together by his trainer.