2+ Players In Each Class You Should Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The top names in each class are usually easy to recognize, but what about the players who haven't made their way onto everyone's radar yet? Every season brings a new group ready to take a major step forward, whether it's through a bigger role, another year of development, or simply getting the opportunity to show what they can do. These are the potential breakout players—the hidden names who could turn a strong offseason into a season that makes everyone take notice.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">2027</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["921388"],"_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-6a84967acf766"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Standing at 6'2", Valaria is hard to miss on the floor, but she may still be flying under the radar heading into the season. After working her way back from an injury, her return could come at just the right time for Provo. She has reliable hands around the ball and moves well defensively, allowing her to protect space and provide a strong presence in the paint. If she can stay healthy and settle back into her game, Valaria could become a key piece for Provo this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1242860"],"_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-6a84967acf7a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Summer has put together a breakout summer and looks ready to become a major contributor for American Fork this season. Her development adds another piece to a group that already includes [player_tooltip player_id='1240502' first='Morgan' last='Felix'], [player_tooltip player_id='1827638' first='Aliyah' last='Colborn'], and [player_tooltip player_id='1051328' first='Jalise' last='Chatman'], giving the Cavemen multiple players capable of making an impact. If that group continues to develop and finds its rhythm together, American Fork could quickly become one of those teams that catches people by surprise this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1325129' first='Mariah' last='McCain'] - a senior who could help set the tone for Copper Hills this season. She brings some grit to the floor and isn't afraid to get physical when possession is up for grabs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='805790' first='McKinley' last='Stowell'] - Mountain Ridge</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">2028</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["952468"],"_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-6a867538d43b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zaniyah is another under-the-radar player working her way back from injury who could be positioned for a breakout season. She's been putting in the work to regain lost ground, with noticeable improvement in her game around the paint. Zaniyah plays bigger than her size suggests, using her strength and physicality to compete inside and make her presence felt around the rim. If she can return healthy and continue that development, she has the opportunity to become a centerpiece for Crimson Cliffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1851067"],"_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-6a867538d43e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">West Field has flown under the radar while establishing itself as a new high school program, but this could be the season that changes that. Karlyn has the opportunity to be a big part of that jump as she continues to elevate her game and take on a larger role. With pieces like [player_tooltip player_id='952609' first='Tahlia' last='Munoz'], [player_tooltip player_id='1849744' first='Taylor' last='Barnes'], [player_tooltip player_id='1572255' first='Kenzie' last='Bagby'] and [player_tooltip player_id='796476' first='Joley' last='Thomas'] sharing the floor with her, there is enough talent around Karlyn to give West Field some options. She has something to prove, and if this group comes together, West Field could quickly emerge as a dark horse in its region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1277750' first='Elise' last='Baldassano'] - She took the fall volleyball season off to train and improve her basketball skills. Watch for improved court vision and quickness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='997495' first='Liv' last='Rasmussen'] - Mountain View</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">2029</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1865675"],"_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-6a867ca189267"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With a solid lineup already around her but some important roles still waiting to be filled, Mackayla has an opportunity to become a much more recognizable name in Morgan basketball this season. She put in the work over the summer and should benefit from sharing the floor with players like [player_tooltip player_id='889503' first='Zoe' last='Rockenfield'] and [player_tooltip player_id='829853' first='Makayla' last='Williams']. When defenses collapse or shift their attention toward shutting those threats down, Mackayla could find herself with more touches and opportunities to produce. If she takes advantage of those openings, this could be the season she establishes herself as another key weapon in Morgan's lineup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1415943"],"_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-6a867ca18929a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Highland is another program with some young pieces putting in work this summer, and Haven is one who caught our attention several times in live action. Her hustle and strength immediately stand out, especially for a player who can battle in the paint despite being undersized for the position. Slide her out to the wing, and she can still put the ball on the floor and create, giving Highland some added versatility. Haven could see her name recognition grow considerably this season, and with veterans [player_tooltip player_id='1417579' first='Taylor' last='Gurgel'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1325456' first='Vada' last='Foster'] alongside her, this could be a fun trio to keep an eye on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1246447' first='Kinzie' last='Steggell'] - Mountain Ridge</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1322728' first='Amelia' last='Saltern'] - Ridgeline</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->