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New Additions Are Shifting the Class of 2028 Rankings

New Additions Are Shifting the Class of 2028 Rankings
Byron Xerxes Livsey
Byron Xerxes Livsey January 5, 2026 @ 03:12 PM
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Kaylee Magenheimer
Kaylee Magenheimer 5'7" | PG/SG | 2028
IL
Denaya Bartelheim
Denaya Bartelheim 5'10" | SF | 2028
IL
Alaura King
Alaura King 5'6" | PG/SG | 2028
IL
Olivia Hill
Olivia Hill 6'3" | C/PF | 2028
IL
Etta Fischer
Etta Fischer 6'1" | SF | 2028
IL
Baylie Nena
Baylie Nena 6'0" | PF | 2028
IL
<!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/illinois/rankings/2028-watch-list/">The Class of 2028</a> is still young and early in the evaluation process. These are college prospect rankings, not a list of the best high school players. Most of the movement in this update is based on legit offers, skill level, and projecting college athleticism and frame, including speed, strength, and size. High school success has some consideration, but it carries less weight at this stage. Film, live evaluation, and conversations with college coaches, AAU directors, and high school coaches helped shape this update and show which players are starting to separate.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Below are a couple of prospects who have made their entrance in the Top 100</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1215797"],"_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-695c2938e8852"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Fisher still has time to sharpen her overall skillset, but her motor and energy are not matched by many in this class. She is never in the same spot for too long, and she crashes the boards at a high clip. Offensively, she can score at the rim and from beyond the arc if it's open. The potential is there, and she is definitely a prospect to keep an eye on this spring and summer.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1304142"],"_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-695c2938e8974"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Athletic and high energy. Denaya's impact comes from her need to be more active than anyone else on the court. She has the length, the athleticism, and the versatility to be a key complementary piece to a successful program.</em> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1222217"],"_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-695c2938e8a5d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>On the defensive side of the ball, Hill is your go to paint blanket and grabs boards effortlessly. She has a collegiate post frame and the mobility to pair with it. If the work behind the scenes is high.. Olivia could be a major problem in the next year or two. The potential and upside are clear.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["936031"],"_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-695c2938e8b1f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Nena is as active as they come, and her ability to track and grab rebounds is one of the best at her position. She's not afraid to put the ball on the floor and attack the rim, and can do so with each hand. She has the frame, the motor, and the energy that coaches need to add to their program. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1357813"],"_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-695c2938e8bc4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Kaylee has some "umph" to her game, and the craftiness that she plays with isn't to showboat, but it's to make things easier. She's shifty enough to find and hit angles, but it also allows her to create plays for others based on the attention she gets. From all levels, she can score, and defensively, she's just as active and aware. Strong potential. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1302929"],"_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-695c2938e8c66"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>King has the scoring ability to put up 20+ on most matchups.. regardless of her size. She plays the game with aggression and a bit of smoothness as well. She has a strong handle and a soft touch when she gets to the rim off breaking down defenders. A player to watch this AAU season.</em> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/illinois/rankings/2028-watch-list/">CLASS OF 2028 RANKINGS</a></h2> <!-- /wp:heading -->

The Class of 2028 is still young and early in the evaluation process. These are college prospect rankings, not a list of the best high school players. Most of the movement in this update is based on legit offers, skill level, and projecting college athleticism and frame, including speed, strength, and size. High school success has some consideration, but it carries less weight at this stage. Film, live evaluation, and conversations with college coaches, AAU directors, and high school coaches helped shape this update and show which players are starting to separate.

Etta Fischer

Etta Fischer

IL
SF
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SF
CLASS 2028
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Etta
Fischer SF
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
HS
Hersey
|
IL
New Additions Are Shifting the Class of 2028 Rankings
Fisher still has time to sharpen her overall skillset, but her motor and energy are not matched by...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Etta Fischer

State: Illinois
School: Hersey
Club: Ignite Hoops
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Denaya Bartelheim

Denaya Bartelheim

IL
SF
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SF
CLASS 2028
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Denaya
Bartelheim SF
Class
2028
Height
5'10"
HS
Belleville East
|
IL
New Additions Are Shifting the Class of 2028 Rankings
Athletic and high energy. Denaya’s impact comes from her need to be more active than anyone else on...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Denaya Bartelheim

State: Illinois
School: Belleville East
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Highlights

Olivia Hill

Olivia Hill

IL
C/PF
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS C/PF
CLASS 2028
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Olivia
Hill C/PF
Class
2028
Height
6'3"
HS
Buffalo Grove
|
IL
New Additions Are Shifting the Class of 2028 Rankings
On the defensive side of the ball, Hill is your go to paint blanket and grabs boards effortlessly....
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Olivia Hill

State: Illinois
School: Buffalo Grove
Club: Ignite Hoops
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Baylie Nena

Baylie Nena

IL
PF
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PF
CLASS 2028
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Baylie
Nena PF
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
HS
Metamora
|
IL
New Additions Are Shifting the Class of 2028 Rankings
Nena is as active as they come, and her ability to track and grab rebounds is one of...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Baylie Nena

State: Illinois
School: Metamora
Club: Heart of Illinois
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Kaylee Magenheimer

Kaylee Magenheimer

IL
PG/SG
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2028
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Kaylee
Magenheimer PG/SG
Class
2028
Height
5'7"
HS
Tri-Valley
|
IL
New Additions Are Shifting the Class of 2028 Rankings
Kaylee has some “umph” to her game, and the craftiness that she plays with isn’t to showboat, but...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Kaylee Magenheimer

State: Illinois
School: Tri-Valley
Club: Mac Irvin Lady Fire
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Alaura King

Alaura King

IL
PG/SG
HEIGHT 5'6"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2028
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Alaura
King PG/SG
Class
2028
Height
5'6"
HS
Crete-Monee
|
IL
New Additions Are Shifting the Class of 2028 Rankings
King has the scoring ability to put up 20+ on most matchups.. regardless of her size. She plays...
Written by Byron Xerxes Livsey
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Alaura King

State: Illinois
School: Crete-Monee
Club: Team Evans
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