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Class of 2029 Watch List: 5 Prospects Making A Top Ten Push

Class of 2029 Watch List: 5 Prospects Making A Top Ten Push
Byron Xerxes Livsey
Byron Xerxes Livsey May 19, 2025 @ 02:00 PM
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Logan Lyons
Logan Lyons 5'10" | SG | 2029
IL
Rayshiona Raymond
Rayshiona Raymond 6'1" | C | 2029
IL
Liv Johnson
Liv Johnson 6'2" | PG/CG | 2029
IL
Mia Gage
Mia Gage 5'10" | SG | 2029
IL
Katara Watson
Katara Watson 5'9" | PG/SG | 2029
IL
<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Class of 2029 might not have the overall depth seen in recent years, but a few under the radar names are starting to separate themselves. These hidden gems bring a mix of skill, upside, and long-term potential as they prepare to enter high school. Below are several prospects with a real shot at becoming top 10 recruits in the state of Illinois.</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["954119"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1247892,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-682a0dfa825fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>As of now, Johnson holds the title as one of the top players in this class. From a skillset standpoint, there are not many who can compete. She has the length, the body control, and the confidence to match. She joined the famed All Iowa Attack at the top of this year, which can only point to success.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["884801"],"_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-682a0dfa82658"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Another player who is simply way beyond her years and has earned the nod as a potential number one prospect in the state. Her ability to get her shot off from multiple angles and spots is one of her most intriguing attributes. Her frame and length are what colleges will notice first, especially if there is still room to grow.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["874665"],"_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-682a0dfa826b9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Watson seems to be aware of how good she is at her age, but I do not think she fully realizes how high her upside truly is. She already has all the intangibles, and as her skillset continues to sharpen over time, it will match up perfectly.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1247554"],"_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-682af579b5447"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Raymond is in the category with those players who will be a top tier prospect in this class, and at her size she is already ahead of the game when it comes to colleges being interested. She is a true 6-foot-plus post player, and she has a sharp but growing skillset that matches well with her footwork. She has a great feel for the game and for where she is at on the court. Special type of prospect.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1247869"],"_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-682a0dfa82701"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Logan's ability to stretch the court is going to be a big reason why she could end up as a top 10 player in this class. She has a consistent shooting form that rarely changes, no matter the contest, angle, or distance. She's beyond confident from those spots and makes defenses pay because of it.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The Class of 2029 might not have the overall depth seen in recent years, but a few under the radar names are starting to separate themselves. These hidden gems bring a mix of skill, upside, and long-term potential as they prepare to enter high school. Below are several prospects with a real shot at becoming top 10 recruits in the state of Illinois.

Liv Johnson

Liv Johnson

IL
PG/CG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS PG/CG
CLASS 2029
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Liv
Johnson PG/CG
Class
2029
Height
6'2"
HS
Carmel Catholic
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IL
Class of 2029 Watch List: 5 Prospects Making A Top Ten Push
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Liv Johnson

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State: Illinois
School: Carmel Catholic
Club: All Iowa Attack
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Mia Gage

Mia Gage

IL
SG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SG
CLASS 2029
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Mia
Gage SG
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
HS
Nazareth Academy
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watch List: 5 Prospects Making A Top Ten Push
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Mia Gage

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State: Illinois
School: Nazareth Academy
Club: Midwest Elite EYBL
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Katara Watson

Katara Watson

IL
PG/SG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2029
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Katara
Watson PG/SG
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
HS
Oak Park River Forest
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watch List: 5 Prospects Making A Top Ten Push
Watson seems to be aware of how good she is at her age, but I do not think...
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Katara Watson

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State: Illinois
School: Oak Park River Forest
Club: Chicago Hoops Express
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Rayshiona Raymond

Rayshiona Raymond

IL
C
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS C
CLASS 2029
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Rayshiona
Raymond C
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
HS
Freeburg
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watch List: 5 Prospects Making A Top Ten Push
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Rayshiona Raymond

State: Illinois
School: Freeburg
Club: Southern Illinois Hawks
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Logan Lyons

Logan Lyons

IL
SG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SG
CLASS 2029
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Logan
Lyons SG
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
HS
Lincoln Way East
|
IL
Class of 2029 Watch List: 5 Prospects Making A Top Ten Push
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State: Illinois
School: Lincoln Way East
Club: Mac Irvin Lady Fire
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