2023 Rankings Breakdown: DC Area Stock Risers

Prep Hoops Maryland recently updated its class of 2023 rankings, and now it’s time to take a closer look. Here is a breakdown of the DC Area’s 6 biggest stock risers. #27 | Liech Kong Liech Kong 6'6" | C Rock Creek Christian | 2023 State MD | Previous Rank: 54 Liech Kong Liech Kong 6'6" | C Rock Creek Christian | 2023 State MD was a key contributor for The Rock this season. His motor is outstanding and he is a regular difference-maker on both ends as a result. Kong moves well for his size. He rebounds out of his area. Kong can also hit 15 footers comfortably. As he grows into his body and continues to build on his diverse skill base, there’s a lot to like about his future.  #28 | Tre Bolding Tre Bolding 6'2" | CG Coolidge | 2023 State MD | Previous Rank: 44 While we didn’t get a chance to see Tre Bolding Tre Bolding 6'2" | CG Coolidge | 2023 State MD at all this winter, we’ve been receiving promising intel about his development. Bolding is a dynamic guard prospect from Coolidge High School who will feature with DC Premier during what we expect will be a breakout grassroots campaign.  #30 | Corwin Holland II Corwin Holland II 6'4" | SG St. Mary's Ryken | 2023 State MD | Previous Rank: 61 Corwin Holland was one of the better players for St. Mary’s Ryken as a sophomore. His current level of production speaks volumes about his talent. Holland is rangy with positional size and versatility. Keep an eye on him this spring with District Basketball Club. #38 | Jayden Ross Jayden Ross 6'7" | SF Saint James | 2023 State #128 Nation MD | Previous Rank: 50 Coach Breslin at Saint James made footage of his players available to view, therefore Jayden Ross Jayden Ross 6'7" | SF Saint James | 2023 State #128 Nation MD ’ development was tracked. Ross has grown and is probably still growing. It’s hard to tell on tape, but he’s probably at least 6-foot-4 now. He is a long strider with a quick first step. Ross is already dunking the ball in traffic. He can also shoot on the move as well as from the catch. Ross is certainly one of the more intriguing long-term prospects you’ll find in the local 2023 class when you consider his combination of skill and athleticism along with his physical profile.  #45 | James Lerner James Lerner 5'11" | PG Maret | 2023 State MD | Previous Rank: 55 James Lerner James Lerner 5'11" | PG Maret | 2023 State MD  was steady throughout the winter for the DC Frogs at The St. James. Lerner is a knock-down shooter from three who doesn’t force the issue, but can also get his when the time calls for it. He is a reliable ball handler and an unselfish distributor who competes defensively. Lerner is developing into a leader on the court. Not just with his words, but his actions.  #46 | Ryan Sabol Ryan Sabol 6'3" | CG Bullis | 2023 State MD | Previous Rank: 56 Ryan Sabol Ryan Sabol 6'3" | CG Bullis | 2023 State MD is a big guard with palpable potential. He’s able to play as well as defend on and off the ball. Sabol is a tenacious competitor who does his due diligence defensively. He is an adept paint getter but can also make you pay with his perimeter shot if you sag off.