2028 Prospects Set To Take Off

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Every recruiting cycle, the same handful of names dominate the conversation while a deep tier of talent grinds in the background. This report is for them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We will take a look at the most underutilized 2028 prospects in New York high school basketball whose games deserve a spotlight. With a pivotal summer ahead and a high school season that will reshape the class, these are the players quietly building toward a breakout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["997456"],"_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-69f89799bc758"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson is a versatile player who can play multiple positions on both ends of the floor. Has good shooting mechanics and a quick release on shots. Can slash to the basket or catch and shoot from the perimeter. Plays lockdown defense and can rebound and start the break. Shows great handle to create her own shot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934563"],"_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-69f89799bc6d9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fryer has range from the perimeter and smooth shooting mechanics with a quick release. She has a physical edge to her game. Plays with confidence and has the handle to get by defenders. Good rebounder and brings versatility on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["997431"],"_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-69f89799bc7aa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smith protects the ball and plays unselfishly with a team-first mentality. She has a great basketball IQ and knows where to be on the court to get open looks. Great defensive instincts and quickness. Plays with a relentless motor and has good footwork to stay with defenders. Has developed into a good post presence and displays nice footwork facing up. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1186453"],"_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-69f89799bc7f8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sheehy can run the floor well and has great court vision from the top of the key. Has a nice mid-range jumper and has good footwork and finishing touch in the paint. Plays with high motor and will do the little things to win games. Comes off screens tight and accelerates to the basket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1186445"],"_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-69f89799bc845"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fiorentina has a versatile skill set and excels in a lot of areas. Has the ability to play as a point forward in half-court sets.  Excellent shot blocker with excellent anticipation, and can alter shots in 1v1. Plays with high motor, elite rebounder, and can take it floor to floor on the break. Good shooter from the perimeter. Has elite finishing touch and footwork around the basket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->