5 Players Whose Stock Could Greatly Increase By The Year's End

With the year just getting kicked off, here are some foreseen predictions about some of the underrated talent from the region. Usually, the discussions in January revolve around some of the top tier talent, but this year is something different. It's important to name players on the rise or even under the radar players just as much as the ones considered elite. Even though 2025 just started, below are 5 players that can have some major ascension by the year's end.   Use code MBG30 for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription.    Joy Robinson (2028) | 5'7 CG | Rivers   Team Sims just seems to be producing the next generation of upcoming stars in New England and Joy is certainly one of those players. The Rivers' freshman is contributing solid minutes while playing a consistent style early. Initially, coming into the season there wasn't a considerable expectation coming from the young guard. However, Joy's tenacious all-around game has made her factor on the floor this year. She doesn't contribute heavily to the points category yet, but she's finding her groove. Also remember she's a freshman playing with some of the best talent in the region. With that being said, Joy has still found a way add value to a team littered with vets. Logging important minutes in NEPSAC play will do wonders for her in AAU, where she'll get back to being a primary option. This'll be a year that Joy will flourish.     [player_tooltip player_id='413766' first='Kenzi' last='DeJesus'] (2026) | PG/ CG | Berkshire   Kenzi has been a fantastic positive in Berkshire's winning efforts this season. The comfortability while holding the reigns and the playmaking skills are distinguishing values. Not only is she an effective and engaging offensive player, but DeJesus is also a feisty defender that likes to get after it. She has discerning defensive attributes that can impact ballhandlers. Kenzi is a daring playmaker on both sides of the ball that has the ability to become a scholarship level guard. This can be a major year in recruitment for the creative guard.     [player_tooltip player_id='462441' first='Vanessa' last='Ellis'] (2026) | 5'11 SF | Nobles & Greenough   The Noble's wing is having a fantastic first half of the season. She's looked comfy from beyond the 3-point arch and quite dynamic in her first step off the dribble. Ellis' game is based on fundamentals, so when all else fails, she relies on the essential ingredients that that make her impactful. Vanessa plays both sides of the floor well and looks extremely polished this season specifically. She seems to constantly be in the right defensive position which makes her the consummate help-side defender. Nobles has an incredibly talented squad and with this excellent play from Ellis, they are looking to make another run. Expect the '26 wing to get some considerable college looks very shortly.     [player_tooltip player_id='1134487' first='Jenna' last='Mishou'] (2026) | 6'2 PF/C | Archbishop Williams   Although recently covered in an article, it's a must include Jenna is this conversation too. Mishou brings a noticeable amount of versatility as a big. She can take centers off the dribble, shows creation skills, has excellent vision, demonstrates diverse agility and plays dominant defense. Mishou is a major factor for Archbishop Williams this season. She's a prospect that could very well receive a slew of offers by the end of the year. The length combined with the skillset leaves her celling remarkably high. Mishou is a player that has received an offer from Providence early on, so it's clear she's a next level talent. There will be an abundance of schools looking for an archetype like Jenna.     [player_tooltip player_id='491826' first='Isabel' last='Grube'] (2026) | 5'9 SG | Miss Porter's   Isabel is a crafty player that's shown flashes of preeminent dynamic ability. Her talent can be quickly identified out there for Miss Porter's. She's a crafty guard that can play within the halfcourt sets or get out in the open break. Grube also plays with the necessary flair to compliment the offense in stagnant times. She attacks player's top foot with aggression and forces them to react to her movements. Her change in heights constructs tough angles. Isabel getting a shoulder by the defender is all the space she needs. Her shooting is demonstrated within the offensive schematics. Grube sets players up nicely to come cleanly off screens on the perimeter. A significant attribute of hers is the passing. Isabel makes daring passes that are hard to fathom. Her timing is regularly spot on hitting teammates directly in position. As the consistency in productivity makes strides, Grube could very well make a considerable leap in the rankings. As the AAU season arrives, it wouldn't be surprising if the IBelieve guard started to get a multitude of college looks.

With the year just getting kicked off, here are some foreseen predictions about some of the underrated talent from the region. Usually, the discussions in January revolve around some of the top tier talent, but this year is something different. It's important to name players on the rise or even under the radar players just as much as the ones considered elite. Even though 2025 just started, below are 5 players that can have some major ascension by the year's end.