Class of 2024 Breakout Candidates
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As the high school season approaches and the rosters are assembled, the big names look to take center stage as things get rolling. Today we are going to look at some guys who have a chance to break out this…
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Continue ReadingAs the high school season approaches and the rosters are assembled, the big names look to take center stage as things get rolling. Today we are going to look at some guys who have a chance to break out this season and garner some more spotlight attention in the class of 2024. Some of these guys could be new names or guys taking the next step from role guy to center stage.
Emmett Gaskill, 6’2 Guard, Hugoton (Pictured): Saw action in roughly 11 varsity games as a Freshman last year, Gaskill has the moxie, toughness, effort, and competitiveness to burst on the scene for Hugoton in a much larger role. Had a solid summer running a tough gauntlet on the grassroots scene with SSA Elite Black against some of the top competition in the country. Put in a ton of skill development time as well this off season which should give him some more of a scoring punch to bring along with his great intangibles.
Quinn Eilert, 5’11 Guard, Beloit: Averaged 6.3 points per game as a freshman and nearly 3 rebounds per game from the guard spot. He should make a great guard/forward tandem with 2024 Prep Hoops Ranked #15 forward Bryce Beisner Bryce Beisner 6'7" | PF Beloit | 2024 State KS . Hit 21 threes last year and averaged 1.5 assists as well and should take a big step this year.
TJ Williams TJ Williams 6'5" | SG Wichita Heights | 2024 State #176 Nation KS , 6’4 Guard/Wing, Wichita Heights: Might be weird to look at the top prospect in the class of 2024 as a break out candidate, but as a whole for hoops in Kansas, Williams should be a breakout star across grade levels on the map. Elite athleticism, skill with the ball, can be creative in the open court, and can score at all three levels. Averaged 8.5 points, 1.5 assists, and 3 rebounds per game last year as a freshman, but look for the Heights star to explode on the high school scene.
Peyton Ryan Peyton Ryan 5'9" | CG Central Plains | 2024 State KS , 5’9 Guard Central Plains: Coming off a 12 point, 3 rebound, 2 assist season as a freshman, Ryan will be poised to be a stat sheet stuffer in this class and across grade level in Kansas. Really smart player and gets others involved effectively. Especially at the 1A level, will be a name to be heard all season long.
Brax Fisher, 5’10 Point Guard, Abilene: The sophomore point guard should have a larger role at Abilene this year, and has the tools to be an effective point guard. Has a quick handle, can be crafty getting into the lane, and can score and distribute. Can knock down shots on the perimeter when open and has hit tough shots throughout the grassroots season. Look for Fisher to be a new name to watch in the NCKL.