Fresh Scout Reports

Martin Simko#48

C · 7-1 · Class of 2028

Miami Columbus

Standing at an imposing seven-foot-one, a young phenom is starting to turn heads down in Miami, his shadow stretching long across the hardwood. It's rare to see a player this big, this young, with a frame that suggests he's still…

Hudson Hatch#121

C · 6-10 · Class of 2028

Monarch Academy

When you walk into a gym and see a freshman already stretching to 6-10, your head snaps. That immediate visual is what Hudson Hatch offers, an imposing physical presence for someone so early in his high school career. He's not…

Dakari Mitchell#111

C · 6-10 · Class of 2028

Centennial

When a freshman steps onto the court already pushing 6-10, even the most jaded scout takes notice. Dakari Mitchell isn't just big; he moves with an unexpected fluidity for his size and age, flashing moments that scream long-term potential in…

Across the landscape of high school basketball, it’s increasingly rare to find a big man who truly understands how to leverage his size and instincts in the paint from such a young age. Ben McKinney, a center in the 2028…

Luka Kuqo#117

C · 6-9 · Class of 2028

The Newman School

When you talk about foundational pieces for a program five years down the line, Luka Kuqo's name needs to be in the conversation, even at his young age. There's a raw physicality paired with a surprising intuition that makes you…

Brendan Williams#86

C · 6-9 · Class of 2028

Moreau Catholic

The long, athletic big men of the 2028 class are just beginning to reveal their potential, but one name already commands significant attention on the West Coast. Observing Brendan Williams operate in the paint, it’s clear he understands how to…

Joel Patrick#78

C · 6-9 · Class of 2028

St Joseph

The first thing that grabs you about Joel Patrick is the sheer size and raw athleticism for a player his age. At 6-foot-9 and still growing, he moves with an uncommon fluidity for a freshman center, effortlessly changing ends of…

Xavier Hall#101

C · 6-9 · Class of 2028

Mooresville

Finding a true center with legitimate 6-9 size and the athleticism to match, all before his freshman year of high school is even complete, is a rare occurrence. Xavier Hall, a name currently circulating quietly among those who dig deep…

Stra Zelic#75

C · 6-11 · Class of 2028

Wasatch Academy

When you see a 6-foot-11 prospect moving with fluidity in the paint, especially one who's still in the 2028 class, it immediately grabs your attention. Stra Zelic isn't just a big body; he possesses an instinctive feel for the game…

Emmanuel Nwabuoku#54

C · 6-8 · Class of 2028

Houston Christian

Finding a true interior anchor, a player who can fundamentally alter shots and own the glass, is becoming increasingly rare in modern basketball. Emmanuel Nwabuoku is that kind of prospect, possessing a foundational skillset and physical tools that immediately grab…

Peter Julius#56

C · 6-9 · Class of 2028

Eagle's Landing

Step onto any court where Peter Julius is playing, and the immediate impact of his physical presence is undeniable. For a player in the 2028 class, he already possesses a commanding frame that reshapes the entire dynamic of the game,…

Logan Chwastyk#12

C · 6-10 · Class of 2028

Malvern Prep

Picture this: a 6-foot-10 presence, still years away from stepping onto a college court, already dictating games and turning heads with a fluidity that belies his size and age. That's the reality with Logan Chwastyk, a legitimate national talent in…

Dylan Betts#10

C · 7-3 · Class of 2028

IMG Academy

When you talk about players who genuinely change the geometry of a basketball court, Dylan Betts enters that conversation without much hesitation, even as an underclassman. His 7-foot-3 frame isn't just a number in a program; it's a living, breathing…

Yann Kamagate#1

C · 7-0 · Class of 2028

St. Francis

When you walk into a gym and see a prospect with a frame like this, your eyes immediately lock in. We're talking about a true generational physical marvel, still years away from his college debut, yet already dominating discussions at…

Erick Dampier Jr.#8

C · 6-10 · Class of 2028

Madison-Ridgeland Academy

When you see a player move like this at 6-foot-10 and they're still in middle school, you sit up straighter in your chair. There’s a fluidity and power to Erick Dampier Jr.'s game that's simply not typical for a prospect…

Xavier Young#11

C · 6-10 · Class of 2028

Faith Family Academy of Oak Cliff

Picture this: a young big man, barely out of middle school, already moving with the fluidity of someone years older, impacting both ends of the floor. That's the vision Xavier Young presents, a tantalizing glimpse into what a truly dominant…

Bamba Touray#5

C · 7-0 · Class of 2028

Prolific Prep

Picture this: a 7-foot presence, still years away from his driver's license, dominating the paint against players three and four years his senior. That's the reality with Bamba Touray, a legitimate unicorn in the 2028 class. His frame alone is…

When a young center consistently contributes off the bench and demonstrates natural leadership qualities, college scouts take notice.

Elijah Gillyard

C · 5-10 · Class of 2028

Word of God Academy

At just 5-10, this center prospect is redefining what it means to play in the paint with his unique combination of court vision and scoring ability.

Arion Ferrell

C · Class of 2028

Word of God Academy

When college coaches start scouting the Class of 2028, they'll want to keep close tabs on emerging big men who can anchor the paint for years to come.

The 2028 recruiting cycle is heating up early, and Georgia's talent pipeline continues to produce intriguing big man prospects worth monitoring closely.

A promising big man is beginning to turn heads in Florida prep basketball circles with his efficient scoring and rebounding presence.

Jackson Stasny

C · 6-8 · Class of 2028

Word of God Academy

The Class of 2028 cycle is just beginning to take shape, and early evaluations are starting to identify the next wave of college prospects.

Standing at 6-10 with impressive defensive instincts, this Class of 2028 big man is already making his presence felt in the paint at the prep level.

When a 6-9 center brings legitimate strength to the paint as an underclassman, college programs take notice early in the evaluation process.

At 6-foot-6 with legitimate size in the paint, this young big man is already turning heads as one of the more promising frontcourt prospects in the Class of 2028.