2028 Players to be on the lookout for

This past summer, I had the opportunity to evaluate numerous Class of 2028 players, both at AAU events and through highlight film.    Riley has taken her game to another level this year, and she showcased that throughout the AAU season. A true three-level scorer, Riley makes smart reads on both ends of the floor and has the ability to consistently knock down shots from anywhere. Defensively, she stands out at the guard position with her toughness and rebounding ability. This summer, she established herself as one of the premier guards in her class, leading the 15U EYBL in scoring at 20.1 points per game, which included multiple 30+ point outings while shooting 40% from three. Her standout play has earned her six Division I offers from Mississippi State, Utah State, Army West Point, Illinois State, Detroit Mercy, and Oakland University. Riley is building a strong case to be considered for Indiana Miss Basketball within the next three years.     Reagan is beginning to make a name for herself after putting together the best summer of her young basketball career. Last season, she starred for a Fishers JV team that dropped just one game, and this summer she made strong strides with the Varsity squad at the Charlie Hughes Showcase. With her length and athleticism on the wing, Reagan has been highly effective on both ends of the floor. She can score in a variety of ways and uses her physicality and toughness to defend at a high level. Her high ceiling has already earned her Division I offers from Eastern Illinois, Evansville, and Northern Kentucky. She is poised to be an impact addition to the Fishers Varsity team this upcoming season.     Maddy showed strong development as a freshman last season at Carmel and continues to make strides in her game. Whether playing with her West Virginia Thunder squad or at Carmel High School, she displays natural leadership through her communication and the energy she brings to the floor. Wallace's ability to space the floor and knock down shots from the perimeter makes her a valuable offensive threat, and she is poised to emerge as one of Carmel's top players this upcoming season.     LeAnah is poised to make a name for herself at Lawrence Central as part of the program's talented young core. Quick, athletic, and shifty with the ball, she brings playmaking ability and energy to the floor. Last season, she starred on the JV team, helping lead the Bears to a Marion County championship. Her transition to high school basketball has been accelerated by learning from standout teammates Laila Abdurraqib and [player_tooltip player_id='492321' first='Lola' last='Lampley'], which will make her an even more effective player as she steps into a bigger role this season.     Janaya put together another standout AAU season, leading her AAU squad in scoring and ranking among the top scorers on the 3SSB 15U circuit at 17.2 points per game. Her play has earned her multiple Division I offers from programs including Indiana, Mississippi State, Ohio State, Butler, and others. Over the past year, she has added muscle and new dimensions to her game, pairing her length with a smooth mid-range jumper. With her continued development at Fort Wayne Snider, Janaya is building a strong case to be considered for Indiana Miss Basketball within the next three years.     Riley is beginning to make a name for herself in Hamilton County. A guard with solid length, she can heat up quickly from beyond the arc, making her a tough perimeter matchup. Riley has emerged as a dynamic playmaker for Heritage Christian, leading the team in scoring as a freshman at 14.7 points per game, while also topping the roster in free throw and three-point percentage. With her presence in the backcourt, Heritage Christian is well-positioned to compete for a sectional championship during her tenure.     Keilah is quickly making a name for herself in the Evansville area. The younger sister of Kaelyse Mitchell, a 6'5'' freshman post at Marian University, Keilah is a long, athletic wing with a knack for attacking the rim. With her combination of length and athleticism, she has the tools to become one of the standout players in the Evansville area in the coming years.     Hillary has established herself as a rising talent in Northwest Indiana. As a freshman, she averaged 20.9 points per game and continued to impress this past AAU season with the talented [program_tooltip program_id='716173' first='Always' last='100'] 15U 3SSB team, which finished with just four losses. Hillary has shown the ability to play as a point forward, using her length and versatility to impact the game on both ends of the floor. She can score at all three levels and is drawing attention from multiple Division I mid-major programs, with offers expected in the near future.     M'Aliyah is one of the top players in the Hammond area of Northwest Indiana. With a varsity season under her belt, she has the potential to be one of the leading scorers in the region. An athletic guard, M'Aliyah thrives in the physical aspects of the game and brings energy on both ends of the floor. She earned an invitation to the Chris Paul Elite Camp, which annually features some of the nation's top players, highlighting her rising profile.     Ella emerged on the high school basketball scene last year, gaining valuable experience with the Fishers Varsity team and learning to adjust to the pace of high school play. This past summer, she made significant strides at the Charlie Hughes Showcase and continues to improve, thriving in the physical aspects of the game. Ella is beginning to draw Division I interest and is expected to receive offers in the near future. Her ability to knock down shots from the wing makes her a valuable offensive contributor for Fishers in the upcoming season.     Kendra is steadily building her reputation and is poised to make an immediate impact at Mt. Vernon High School. Last season, she starred on the Fishers JV team, which finished with just one loss. Kendra provides the post presence Mt. Vernon needs to contend for another sectional championship, while also showing the versatility to play on the wing. She continues to develop her overall game, combining length and athleticism around the rim with scoring ability on the perimeter and effectiveness in pick-and-roll situations. Kendra is set to elevate Mt. Vernon's program alongside teammate Zoey Woods.     Zoey had an outstanding freshman season at Mt. Vernon, leading her team in nearly every statistical category, including points, assists, steals, rebounds, field goal percentage, free-throw percentage, and three-point percentage. A quick and efficient scoring guard, Zoey made a name for herself early in the season and helped lead her team to another winning campaign. With the addition of 6'2'' post [player_tooltip player_id='992360' first='Kendra' last='Ash'], Mt. Vernon is positioned as one of the favorites to compete for a sectional championship, and Zoey will play a central role in that pursuit.     Haylee is set to play an important role for the Royals program as a sophomore. Last season, she contributed significantly for the HSE JV team and is expected to be a key addition at the guard position alongside KK Holman, [player_tooltip player_id='486486' first='Kayla' last='Stidham'], and [player_tooltip player_id='486488' first='Antonette' last='Green']. This past AAU season, Haylee was part of the [program_tooltip program_id='1002297' first='IGB' last=''] 15U GUAA team that captured the Select 40 National Championship. A quick and dynamic guard, she can attack the rim effectively and knock down open shots, making her a versatile offensive threat for her team.

This past summer, I had the opportunity to evaluate numerous Class of 2028 players, both at AAU events and through highlight film.