Trending Up: 2028 Rankings Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There's been some movement in this update, with several prospects making a jump and continuing to trend upward in the rankings. Here's a closer look at a few players on the rise.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["657816"],"_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-68d1b41d501ea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Se'Rae is one of the best on-ball defenders in the state, regardless of class or position. She thrives in transition, using her elite speed to go north to south in a hurry or to get penetration off the dribble to get into the lane and toss up floaters, finish at the rim, or set up her teammates. Her D1 potential is evident as she received an offer from West Georgia last month. After a strong summer with Midwest Elite Meanstreets 16U on the EYBL Circuit, she will now be taking her talents to the Under Armour Circuit, suiting up with WV Thunder next AAU season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["962843"],"_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-68d307941dbe3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maylee can put up points in bunches, as she showed with several high-scoring performances last season. She's a talented shot creator who uses her speed and handle to maneuver through defenses, get into the paint, and make plays, while also being effective off the catch from deep. After earning her first offer from Bluefield University over the summer, Maylee looks to carry that momentum into her sophomore season at McCreary County.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["898294"],"_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-68d307941dc4f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Takenzie turned heads during the AAU season and picked up her first offer from Simmons College. A lead guard who excels at getting to the basket, is a solid perimeter shooter, and wreaks havoc on the defensive end. Her ability to produce on both sides of the ball will be vital to the Lady Crimsons' success this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["903500"],"_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-68d307941dd01"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Veronica is a two-way guard you'll be hearing plenty about as her career progresses. Naturally aggressive on offense, she can deliver from anywhere on the floor, thrives in an up-tempo style, and is a crafty finisher at the rim. On the defensive end, she brings energy and is always active, making her presence felt. From what I saw over the spring and summer, Veronica continues to elevate her game and is poised to play a key role for Assumption as a sophomore. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1176101"],"_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-68d307941dcab"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emily has good size at 6'0 to go along with a versatile skill set. She's a strong finisher around the basket, can knock down short jumpers, and consistently secures rebounds. After a very solid freshman season, and with the Lady Bearcats losing their top two scorers to graduation, Emily is set to step into a featured role as the team's primary option heading into the 2025–26 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->