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Class Of 2028 College Prospect Rankings: Stock Risers To Know

Class Of 2028 College Prospect Rankings: Stock Risers To Know
Byron Xerxes Livsey
Byron Xerxes Livsey February 4, 2025 @ 03:53 PM
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Kermincia Wellington
Kermincia Wellington 5'11" | SG | 2028
IL
Zaniyah Carter
Zaniyah Carter 5'6" | PG/CG | 2028
IL
Summer Toussaint
Summer Toussaint 5'10" | SG/CG | 2028
IL
Eve Engler
Eve Engler 5'10" | SG | 2028
IL
Laila Williams
Laila Williams 5'6" | PG | 2028
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Having the opportunity to play varsity ball as a freshman doesn't always come around, and earning big minutes on a competitive varsity team is even rarer. Below are some players who have raised their stock with quality performances and significant roles on their respective varsity programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["813581"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67a28c5bb3c3f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">You rarely see aura and swag to the game at this age, but Laila competes in every matchup like she is the clear-cut best player on the court. I got the chance to see her again this past month at the Kippsfest, and she approached that game with the same energy. The skillset is deep, and she has nothing but time on her side. Keep an eye on this kid!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["884390"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67a16175880c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deerfield has had it's share of top tier talent over the past couple of years, and this year they have welcomed in another. Eve is a forsure Top 25 prospect in this class, and with the consistent numbers to back it, she is a lock in for coaches and scouts to watch as this AAU season comes up. She moves well on both sides of the ball and has a strong sense of awareness on the offensive side. She is confident behind the arc and is still growing her abilities to get and finish at the rim. The potential is there.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1105031"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67a161758811d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Butler has seen a ton of elite talent come through their program, and this year they have introduced another one. Wellington has all the physical attributes to stand out amongst the other players in class, and as her skillset sharpens (won't take much time at all), she will be high on college coaches radars.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["911247"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67a28c5bb3d1f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Summers footwork at her age is sharper than a ton of upperclassmen that I have seen recently, and you just have to credit that to the work she does behind the scenes. She has great length, which gives her the ability to be impactful in multiple roles on the court, and this high school season she has shown glimpses of how high her potential is.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["936017"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67a28c5bb3d63"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Defense has been Carters calling card this season, but there have been a handful of games where you can see where her offensive skillset might reach. From the arc, she shows a strong sense of confidence, and even with her stature, she attacks the paint with the goal to score, not just to get fouled. Looking forward to seeing her compete this AAU season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Having the opportunity to play varsity ball as a freshman doesn't always come around, and earning big minutes on a competitive varsity team is even rarer. Below are some players who have raised their stock with quality performances and significant roles on their respective varsity programs.

Laila Williams

Laila Williams

IL
PG
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS PG
CLASS 2028
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Laila
Williams PG
Class
2028
Height
5'6"
HS
Homewood Flossmor
|
IL
Class Of 2028 College Prospect Rankings: Stock Risers To Know
You rarely see aura and swag to the game at this age, but Laila competes in every matchup...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Laila Williams

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State: Illinois
School: Homewood Flossmor
Club: Full Package
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Eve Engler

Eve Engler

IL
SG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SG
CLASS 2028
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Eve
Engler SG
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
HS
Vernon Hills
|
IL
Class Of 2028 College Prospect Rankings: Stock Risers To Know
Deerfield has had it’s share of top tier talent over the past couple of years, and this year...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Eve Engler

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State: Illinois
School: Vernon Hills
Club: All in
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Kermincia Wellington

Kermincia Wellington

IL
SG
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS SG
CLASS 2028
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Kermincia
Wellington SG
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
HS
Butler Prep
|
IL
Class Of 2028 College Prospect Rankings: Stock Risers To Know
Butler has seen a ton of elite talent come through their program, and this year they have introduced...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
Read more at PrepGirlsHoops.com
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Kermincia Wellington

State: Illinois
School: Butler Prep
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Highlights

Summer Toussaint

Summer Toussaint

IL
SG/CG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SG/CG
CLASS 2028
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Summer
Toussaint SG/CG
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
HS
Johnsburg
|
IL
Class Of 2028 College Prospect Rankings: Stock Risers To Know
Summers footwork at her age is sharper than a ton of upperclassmen that I have seen recently, and...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Summer Toussaint

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State: Illinois
School: Johnsburg
Club: Team Herro
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Zaniyah Carter

Zaniyah Carter

IL
PG/CG
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS PG/CG
CLASS 2028
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Zaniyah
Carter PG/CG
Class
2028
Height
5'6"
HS
Galesburg
|
IL
Class Of 2028 College Prospect Rankings: Stock Risers To Know
Defense has been Carters calling card this season, but there have been a handful of games where you...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Zaniyah Carter

State: Illinois
School: Galesburg
Club: Mac Irvin Lady Fire
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