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Wake Hoops: 2024 Rankings Explained Part 7 (1-5)
By: Wake Hoops As we wrap up the rankings release with our top five rising seniors, we get into a group of prospects that should be flirting with high-level scholarship programs throughout the region. The link to the full rankings can be found here. (1) 6’10” Wyatt DeGraaf (Cary Academy) DeGraaf is a long, active, and strong big man who knows how to produce within his role. He has improved his...
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Wake Hoops: 2024 Rankings Explained Part 6 (6-10)
By: Wake Hoops As we get into the top 10, we look at five perimeter players who have all been under-recruited to this point. It should be expected that these guys all receive serious bumps in recruitment in their senior seasons. You can see the updated rankings at the links below. Tier 3 (6-8)Tier 4 (9-12)Tier 5 (13-16)Tier 6 (17-22)Tier 7 (23-28)Tier 8 (29-34)Tier 9 (35-39)Tier 10 (40-44)Tier...
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Wake Hoops: 2024 Rankings Explained Part 5 (11-15)
By: Wake Hoops As we move into the top 15, we look at five guys who each impact winning in major ways. You can see the updated rankings at the links below. Tier 4 (9-12)Tier 5 (13-16)Tier 6 (17-22)Tier 7 (23-28)Tier 8 (29-34)Tier 9 (35-39)Tier 10 (40-44)Tier 11 (45-50)HM Part 1HM Part 2 (11) 5’9” Tye Cain (Green Level) Cain is a dynamic point guard with a strong and physical frame and the...
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Wake Hoops: 2024 Rankings Explained Part 4 (16-20)
By: Wake Hoops As we move into the top 20, we look at five players who have each improved their stock recruiting-wise significantly over the past six months. You can see the updated rankings at the links below. Tier 5 (13-16)Tier 6 (17-22)Tier 7 (23-28)Tier 8 (29-34)Tier 9 (35-39)Tier 10 (40-44)Tier 11 (45-50)HM Part 1HM Part 2 (16) 6’4” Brandon Ihle (Middle Creek) Ihle has been one of the most...
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2024 Rankings Explained Part 2 (5 Names in the Back Half)
By: Wake Hoops The 2024 class is filled with a variety of prospects that range in levels, production, and potential. In this article, we look at five players ranked between 26-50 that epitomize that range in production and potential, with each player having a different path and trajectory. You can view the rankings up to this point at the links below. Tier 7 (23-28)Tier 8 (29-34)Tier 9...
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Wake Hoops: 2024 Rankings Explained Part 1 (5 Honorable Mentions)
By: Wake Hoops With the 2025 class wrapping up, we turn to a 2024 class that has a ton of talent for all levels of college basketball. In this article, we breakdown the players that are just outside looking in and have all the tools to move up in our rankings. You can find the full list of honorable mentions here (part 1) and here (part 2). 5’11” Caleb Hardy (Wakefield) Hardy is a guard with a...
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Wake Hoops: 2025 Rankings Explained Part 6 (1-5)
By: Wake Hoops As we finally reach the top five for the 2025 class, we find ourselves with five guys who should leave their marks on the national scene when it’s all said and done. Some of them have already begun doing that while others are due for a breakthrough any week now. The complete rankings can be found here. (1) 6’6” Jackson Keith (Southern) Keith has won District 6 POY in back-to-back...
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Wake Hoops: 2025 Rankings Explained Part 5 (6-10)
As we get into the top 10, we arrive at prospects that have begun making waves throughout the state and should only further solidify their placement over the next two years. The current rankings can be found at the links below. Tier 3 (4-7)Tier 4 (8-13)Tier 5 (14-18)Tier 6 (19-21)Tier 7 (22-25)Tier 8 (26-31)Tier 9 (32-36)Tier 10 (37-40)HM (part 1)HM (part 2) (6) 6’3” Will James Jr. (Holly...
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2025 Rankings Explained Part 4 (11-15)
In Part 4, we look at five players who are all very close to making real noise on the statewide scene. The current rankings can be found at the links below. Tier 4 (8-13)Tier 5 (14-18)Tier 6 (19-21)Tier 7 (22-25)Tier 8 (26-31)Tier 9 (32-36)Tier 10 (37-40)HM (part 1)HM (part 2) (11) 6’7” Jake Cackovic (Holly Springs) Cackovic is a big, strong, and mobile forward that shoots it as well as most...
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2025 Rankings Explained Part 3 (16-20)
By: Wake Hoops In Part 3, we make our way into the top 20 and look at five prospects who should all have a wide variety of college options come graduation. You can view the 2025 rankings up to this point below (link tier 5). Tier 5 (14-18)Tier 6 (19-21)Tier 7 (22-25)Tier 8 (26-31)Tier 9 (32-36)Tier 10 (37-40)HM (part 1)HM (part 2) (16) 6’6” Levi Beckwith (Heritage) Beckwith is a smart, physical...
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2025 Rankings Explained Part 2 (5 Names in the Back Half)
By: Wake Hoops In Part 2, we look at five of the more intriguing prospects that fall between 21 and 40 in our rankings. These guys are all legitimate college prospects and have real potential to climb our rankings as time goes on. As always, you can see the 2025 rankings up to this point below. Tier 6 (19-21)Tier 7 (22-25)Tier 8 (26-31)Tier 9 (32-36)Tier 10 (37-40)HM (part 1)HM (part 2) (23)...
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2025 Rankings Explained Part 1 (5 Honorable Mentions)
With the 2026 class rankings wrapped up, we move on to the deepest class in the triangle from top to bottom. Elite top-end talent and college-level players littered up and down the rankings. There’s legit talent well outside the 40 that we’ve ranked, and the 10 honorable mentions are a testament to that. You can view the full list of honorable mentions here (part 1) and here (part 2). 5’9”...
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Wake Hoops: 2026 Rankings Explained Part 4 (1-5)
Before looking at our youngest class and their top 5, it’s worth looking back on the top 5 from our 2023 class and seeing how their freshman seasons played out. Collin Kuhl of Holly Springs was (semi-notoriously) a reserve player on the Hawks JV team as a freshman. Sam Martin of Apex averaged 4p, 4r, & 1b for a 3-win Cougars team. Micah Jones of Holly Springs was the starting PG for Cardinal...
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2026 Rankings Explained Part 3 (6-10)
Breaking into the top half of the rankings for the 2026 class, here are the players ranked 6-10. You can find the complete rankings up to this point below. 6-1011-1516-20HM part 1HM part 2 (6) 6’1” Marcus Green (Athens Drive) Green is in the conversation for the highest feel in the triangle, regardless of class. He’s a long, athletic, and physical guard/wing that can play the 1-4 on either side...
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2026 Rankings Explained Part 1 (5 Honorable Mentions)
By: Wake Hoops There were over 20 players considered for an honorable mention spot, speaking to the simply incredible depth of the class. We cut that 20+ player list down to 12 honorable mentions, five of which are featured in this article. You can find the complete list of honorable mentions here (part 1) and here (part 2). 6’ Abdou Diop (Fuquay-Varina) Diop is one of the more exciting crosses...
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Way-Too-Early Look At 2023-24 (Part 2)
After two months of watching travel ball and tracking Wake County players through their offseason recruitment and development, we thought it would be a good time to look ahead about six months and give our first insight into the 2023-24 high school season. Obviously, a lot can change from spring workouts to the first official practice. Injuries, transfers (in and out), and coaching changes are...
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Wake Hoops: Way-Too-Early Look At 2023-24 (Part 1)
After two months of watching travel ball and tracking Wake County players through their offseason recruitment and development, we thought it would be a good time to look ahead about six months and give our first insight into the 2023-24 high school season. Obviously, a lot can change from spring workouts to the first official practice. Injuries, transfers (in and out), and coaching changes are...
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Wake Hoops Postseason Awards
Player of the Year Collin Kuhl – Senior – Holly Springs Kuhl ran away with this award after leading Holly Springs to the regional final and averaging 20.1p, 11.3r, 1.8a, and 1.3s while shooting 70%(!!!) from the field. The Georgia Southern commit is incredibly technically sound and athletic. His high motor and elite footwork make him a matchup nightmare in the post. Not a single...
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Wake Hoops: GNRC Postseason Awards
Player of the Year Jake Hart – Senior – Fuquay-Varina Hart averaged 13.5p, 9.9r, 8.7a, 3.4s, and 0.9b per game in conference play while posting five(!!) triple-doubles. Hart also shot 63% from inside the arc in conference play as well, a testament to his elite finishing. He posted season highs of 25 points, 16 rebounds, 12 assists, 7 steals, and 3 blocks. Most players would be lucky...
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Wake Hoops: SWAC Postseason Awards
Player of the Year Collin Kuhl – Senior – Holly Springs It shouldn’t be a surprise that Kuhl ran away with this award. The senior big averaged 20.2p, 11r, 1.9a, and 1.5s while shooting 70% from the floor on the best team in the conference. He’s highly technical with great footwork, patience, and touch around the rim. He produces as much as anyone in the county and doesn’t eat up...
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Wake Hoops: NAC Postseason Awards
Player of the Year Colt Langdon – Sophomore – Millbrook The general public saw this coming since Millbrook played their last 2021-22 season game. Langdon averaged 19.5p, 4.5r, 1.1a, 1s, and 1.3b per game in conference play with shooting splits of 50/47/74. Being 6’8” and shooting 47% from three on over four attempts per game is absolutely absurd and it’s a big reason why Langdon is...
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Wake Hoops: Cap-6 Postseason Awards
Player of the YearNathan Fife – Sophomore – SandersonFife had to pry this award away from a handful of worthy candidates but in the end, his dominance and value to his team allowed him to win it. He averaged 22.8p, 5.1r, 5.0a, and 1.1s per game in conference play and led Sanderson to second place in the CAP-6 and a 15-seed in the playoffs. Sanderson won 19 games this season and...
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Wake County Bracket Breakdown
We are breaking down every 4A East playoff team (and East Wake), their first-round matchup, and their chances of making a run. (1) New Hanover vs (32) Athens Drive New Hanover and Athens Drive match up well, both have etic guards that like to cause havoc on the defensive end. Athens Drive has been up and down all season but they’re better than the 32nd seed. New Hanover was able to run through...
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Wake Hoop 2025 Stockrisers
The 2025 class in Wake County is loaded. Here are five names that have seriously improved their stock this season.
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Wake Hoops Sweet 16 Week 4 Explained
Wake Hoops Sweet 16 Week 4, Explained. We are nearing very close to the halfway point of the regular season and resumes are starting to take shape. With most teams playing 0-1 games this coming week, the coming Christmas tournaments will have a big impact on future rankings and playoff positioning. You can see our full rankings in the tweet below. Wake Hoops @WakeHoops Wake Hoops Week 4 Sweet 16...
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Wake Co. Hoops Team Preview: Enloe
By: Wake Co. Hoops 2021-22: 13-10 (6-4), 2nd in CAP 6, 1st Round of Playoffs (L to Pinecrest 64-78) Key Losses Josh Laney – 17ppg – Graduated – Playing at Cape Fear CCChris Brandon – 10ppg – GraduatedIsaiah Jacobs – 9ppg – Graduated – Playing Football at Barton CollegeJoe Mengesha – 4ppg – Graduated Key Returners Ethan Montague –...
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Wake Co. Hoops Team Preview: Fuquay-Varina
By; Wake Co. Hoops 2021-22: 14-13 (9-5), 3rd in GNR, 1st Round of Playoffs (L to New Hanover 40-64) Key Losses Damian Booth – 13ppg, 3rpg, 2spg – Graduated – Playing at Pfieffer UniversityDylan Smith – 8ppg, 5rpg, 2apg – Graduated Key Returners Jake Hart – Senior – 9ppg, 7rpg, 6apg, 3spg, 1bpgDylan Setzer – Senior – 10ppg, 2rpg, 61 3pmMatthew...
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Team Preview: Cardinal Gibbons
2021-22: 12-12 (4-6), 5th in CAP 6, 1st Round of Playoffs (L to Pine Forest 51-63) Key Losses Matthew Field – 12ppg, 7rpg – Graduated – Playing at The Hill SchoolPatrick Downes – 6ppg, 3rpg – Graduated – Playing at Perkiomen SchoolNathan Remmy – 4ppg, 2rpg – Graduated Key Returners Xavier DeBerry – Senior – 12ppg, 7rpg, 2apg, 2spgConnor...
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Team Preview: Broughton
2021-22: 12-12 (4-6), 5th in CAP 6, 1st Round of Playoffs (L to Pine Forest 51-63) Key Losses Will Otto – 16ppg, 4rpg – Transferred to Greensboro Day SchoolGrady Bizyak – 12ppg, 6rpg – Graduated – Playing at Rhode Island CollegeCharles Denning – 8ppg, 2rpg – GraduatedDevin Emerson – 4ppg – Playing at Averett University Key Returners McCallum...
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Team Preview: Apex Friendship
Per Wake Co. Hoops 2021-22: 20-7 (12-2), 1st in SWAC, 3rd Round of Playoffs (L to Panther Creek 69-73) Key Losses Gabe Proctor – Graduated – Playing at Guilford College Isaac Holmes – Graduated – Playing at Indiana State University Patrick Sams – Graduated Sam Gregg – Graduated Colin Cleary – Graduated Andrew Hill – Graduated Henry Deaton –...
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