2028 Rankings Update: Stock Risers in the Top 50

After actively evaluating prospects during the high school season, we now have 278 sophomores listed, with 172 ranked heading into the AAU season. Height, size, speed, athleticism, fundamental skill development, the position a player is projected to play at the next level, and performance in different competitive settings are all taken into account. Our goal with every class is to accurately group prospects into the correct categories of college potential/projection. By the end of senior year, each class breaks down into clear categories: Power Four D1+, D1/D2+, D2/NAIA+/D3+/JUCO+, NAIA/D3/JUCO, and NAIA/D3 reserve. As I've written many times, the levels of college basketball intersect, cross, and differ in competitive ability throughout all the divisions. All high school classes do not have the same size, talent, or level of college talent. However, based on my tracking of commitments the past three years, there appears to be a predictable trend in Michigan.   Taking data from the 2024, 2025, and 2026 classes into consideration, there could be approximately 410 prospects per grade who can play some level of college basketball. There will always be multisport athletes who don't play travel basketball or play in some remote area where we just don't get the opportunity to identify them for our rankings, despite our best efforts. Using averages from the past three classes, my expectations moving forward are that there could be anywhere from 10-20 D1 commits, 20-30 D2 commits, and 125-140 NAIA/D3/JUCO commits in a particular class. Applying that understanding to our rankings basically means that, depending on the class, the top 20 ranked prospects project as D1/D2+, 21-50 D2/NAIA+/D3+/JUCO+, 51 and beyond could range anywhere from NAIA/D3 varsity, NAIA/D3 reserve, or JUCO, depending on the college program. We believe this 2028 class is on the higher end of the D2/NAIA+/D3+/JUCO+ spectrum as far as depth, numbers, and potential--specifically at the guard-wing spots.   Here are 10 of Michigan's top 50 prospects who are on the rise in our latest rankings update!    Kenley had a stellar sophomore campaign for West Catholic, leading the Falcons in scoring with 17.3 points per game. She contributed in every category, averaging five rebounds, 3.6 steals, and 3.1 assists as well. Kenley has a smooth shot from beyond the arc, attacks off the dribble, disrupts guards with her active defense, and is an excellent facilitator.     Halle turned in a memorable sophomore campaign for the Hornets, excelling in her role as a lead guard. Halle received SEC-Red First Team honors, averaging 15 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.4 steals, and 2.8 assists per game. She's a sniper from the perimeter, shifty off the dribble, an aggressive driver, crafty finisher, and excellent facilitator. Halle plays with a high IQ, works hard on the defensive end, and pursues rebounds with determination.     Maci averaged 13.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.8 steals, 3.3 assists, and 1.4 blocks for the Colts. She set a single-season record for assists and steals, receiving recognition as First Team OAA. Maci has the length and fundamental skills needed to excel on the perimeter as a guard or wing. She disrupts passing with her length, slashes to the rim for layups, and has good vision in the open court. Maci can step outside to hit threes, finish confidently with both hands, and facilitate.     It's not a stretch to say there is no state championship without [player_tooltip player_id='928228' first='Lucy' last='Wrozek']. Her comprehensive impact on the court, next-level qualities, and consistency against highly talented high school and travel prospects have sent her shooting up the rankings. Lucy turned in an All-Breslin Team effort for Lumen Christi to help secure the title. Her explosive quickness to the rim, athleticism, accuracy from beyond the arc, steel nerves, poise under pressure, high IQ, relentless defensive and rebounding effort, and sound fundamentals separate her on the court. Lucy averaged 12.3 points, four rebounds, 2.3 steals, and 2.1 assists per game, while shooting 45% from the floor. She received CHSL Second Team honors.     Ashlyn received LVC All-Conference First Team honors, leading Milford in points, assists, 3PT FGs made, steals, FG%, FT%, and defensive rebounds. Ashlyn averaged 18.5 points, four rebounds, and 3.6 steals per game. She has a dynamic offensive skill set. Ashlyn is a crafty finisher in traffic, a dangerous perimeter shooter, an elusive ball-handler, disruptive in the full-court press, and very effective at creating open looks by penetrating off the dribble.     Brooklyn gave Westfield Prep an advantage in the paint and helped the Warriors to a Charter School conference title. Her physicality, shot blocking, length, and athleticism give Brooklyn a high ceiling as a front-court prospect.     Gabby had a gigantic sophomore campaign for Columbia Central, averaging 20.4 points, 4.7 steals, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game. Gabby shot an efficient 84% from the FT line and 36% from 3PT range. She set a single-season record with 96 steals. Gabby received Cascades Conference Dream Team and PGH Player of the Year Finalist honors, while also earning recognition as P2W Headliners Invitational MVP. She's a pesky defender who takes the ball to the hole with determination and finishes in a crowd. Gabby shoots confidently from beyond the arc and has great touch on her floaters.     Janielle led Eisenhower in scoring, averaging 13 points per game. She was crucial to the Eagles' memorable postseason run to the State Semifinals. Janielle competes hard on both ends, and her high energy/competitiveness always stands out. She's very quick laterally, can fill it up from three-point range, penetrates off the dribble, finishes through contact, and fires skip passes across the court to open teammates.     Sophie set a new Greenville single-game record with 40 points in December. She put on a show during her PGH Expo appearance and has continued to demonstrate the qualities of a highly skilled next-level guard. Elusive handles, silky smooth pull-up jumper from mid-range and beyond the arc, fantastic facilitator, active defense, and a crafty interior scorer with her back to the basket.     Mia has a high ceiling as a forward prospect. She has a strong/robust frame, length, offensive skills, and mobility for her size that translates to the college level. Mia is fully capable of popping out to the perimeter and draining threes. She's effective in the screen and roll, does a great job inside to deny post entry passes, and maintains good defensive positioning. Mia protects the rim, is active on the glass, and I'm anticipating her to be one of the biggest boomers as far as recruiting goes this spring/summer with MBA UAA.

After actively evaluating prospects during the high school season, we now have 278 sophomores listed, with 172 ranked heading into the AAU season. Height, size, speed, athleticism, fundamental skill development, the position a player is projected to play at the next level, and performance in different competitive settings are all taken into account. Our goal with every class is to accurately group prospects into the correct categories of college potential/projection. By the end of senior year, each class breaks down into clear categories: Power Four D1+, D1/D2+, D2/NAIA+/D3+/JUCO+, NAIA/D3/JUCO, and NAIA/D3 reserve. As I've written many times, the levels of college basketball intersect, cross, and differ in competitive ability throughout all the divisions. All high school classes do not have the same size, talent, or level of college talent. However, based on my tracking of commitments the past three years, there appears to be a predictable trend in Michigan.