2022: Untapped Talent in the Rankings, Part II
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The 2022 rankings have been updated as a new high school season approaches. Here’s a look at Part II of the Untapped Talent in the 2022 rankings. Deng Atak Deng Atak 6'4" | CG Freedom Christian | 2022 State…
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Continue ReadingThe 2022 rankings have been updated as a new high school season approaches. Here’s a look at Part II of the Untapped Talent in the 2022 rankings.
Deng Atak Deng Atak 6'4" | CG Freedom Christian | 2022 State NC | 6’4 Guard | Freedom Christian Academy
Atak is a new name in the rankings after making an impact in the NL Disciples rotation during the grassroots season. He’s got solid instincts creating off the bounce and getting to his spots in traffic. He’s a wiry lead guard with good length worth a look over at Freedom Christian Academy.
Connor Ballou Connor Ballou 6'1" | CG Northwest Guilford | 2022 State NC | 6’1 Guard | Northwest Guilford
Ballou has had quite the productive grassroots season that’s culminated in an offer from Mary Baldwin and interest from some other college programs. He’s got a ton of confidence as a shooter on the perimeter and a creator off the bounce with his quickness and strength. He’s a combo guard to get an eye on.
Jayse Barrett Jayse Barrett 6'3" | SF Cleveland | 2022 State NC | 6’3 Wing/Forward | Cleveland
Barrett stepped on the grassroots stage with C2 Select this past spring/summer then turned heads at the WJG Sports Classic. He’s a long, wiry prospect that can knock down shots off the catch and rebound in bunches. He’s got breakout potential at Cleveland High this season.
Jaylan Bowen Jaylan Bowen 5'11" | CG Millbrook | 2022 State NC | 5’11 Point Guard | Millbrook
Bowen is set to take over the point guard duties over at Millbrook High this season. He’s got solid instincts on both ends to make his presence felt. He can score it on all three levels and has a high IQ for playmaking. Look for him to play a role in their success this season.
Thomas McIntosh Thomas McIntosh 6'7" | PF High Point Christian | 2022 State NC | 6’7 Wing/Forward | High Point Christian Academy
Plenty has been said already about McIntosh and his ability to play with a relentless motor already but still, he’s an untapped name in the rankings over at High Point Christian Academy. He’s got nice length and athleticism he uses well to keep defenders guessing at all times with his inside-out game.
James Daly James Daly 6'10" | C Panther Creek | 2022 State NC | 6’9 Center | Panther Creek
Daly had a productive grassroots season with Sheed Wallace Select. He’s got nice length he uses well to protect the rim, meet guys at the rim and make his presence felt as a rebounder. He’s got breakout potential this season at Panther Creek.