The Woods Recruiting Blog
Brains Bounce And Buckets The Rise Of Canfield’s Jace Riccardo
Oct 9, 2025
At 6’6”, Jace Riccardo is a versatile and intelligent wing/forward who already plays the game with the poise, confidence, and awareness of a seasoned veteran. A product of Canfield High School (OH) and a member of TNBA Ohio HGSL, Jace brings a...
Joshua Tyson 6’2 Guard With A 6’10 Reach And Limitless Upside
Oct 8, 2025
Joshua Tyson is a dynamic and versatile guard out of Lakota West High School, class of 2027, who’s quickly becoming one of the most intriguing young prospects in Ohio. Standing 6’2” with an incredible 6’10” wingspan and weighing in at 175 pounds,...
Rising Ohio Star Dashun Williams Dominates The Hardwood
Oct 8, 2025
Dashun Williams is one of Ohio’s most promising young basketball prospects in the Class of 2028. Standing at 6’5”, he brings an impressive blend of athleticism, coordination, and natural feel for the game. His size and fluidity make him a matchup...
Smooth Smart And Scoring The Emergence Of Chris Poellnitz III
Oct 8, 2025
Chris Poellnitz III, a 6’3” combo guard from Toledo, Ohio (Class of 2028), continues to emerge as one of the most dynamic young guards in the state. Representing St. Francis De Sales Knights and Ohio Buckets, Poellnitz demonstrates a rare...
Scouting Breakdown Keonte Smith Dayton’s 6’5 Playmaker
Oct 8, 2025
At 6’5”, 175 pounds, Keonte Smith stands out as one of the most intriguing dual-sport athletes in the Dayton area. His athleticism translates fluidly between the gridiron and the hardwood, demonstrating a rare combination of length, coordination,...
Dylan Zeigler Ohio’s Next Great Floor General
Oct 8, 2025
Dylan Zeigler continues to build his reputation as one of the premier young guards in the nation, displaying a level of maturity and skill that belies his age. Standing 6’3” with a lean, athletic frame, Zeigler blends explosiveness with advanced...
Hudson Edwards The Midwest Guard Redefining Grit And Greatness
Oct 7, 2025
Hudson Edwards is an emerging 6’2 guard out of Logan High School, representing the Midwest Basketball Club MHC 15U team. He embodies the kind of dynamic two-way player that coaches at every level crave athletic, poised, and intelligent on the...
Trey Kloock Sharpshooter On The Rise
Oct 7, 2025
Trey Kloock, a 6’2”, 147-pound shooting guard from Olentangy Braves Basketball (Class of 2028), represents one of Ohio’s most intriguing young prospects. His game is built around precision, pace, and purpose. With a smooth, confident stroke from...
The Complete Evaluation Of 6’8 Wing Carson Davis
Oct 7, 2025
Carson Davis, the 6’8 wing from Meigs High School in Ohio, is one of the most intriguing prospects in the Class of 2026. His combination of length, athleticism, and basketball IQ immediately stand out, making him a two-way threat who impacts every...
The General In Sneakers Why Sidney Wortham Leads Like A Pro
Oct 7, 2025
Sidney Wortham, a 6’0 point guard from Mason High School and a standout for Shining Star 2027 AAU, has proven himself to be a true floor general with a mature understanding of the game that far exceeds his age. His blend of leadership, poise, and...
Court Vision And Composure The Rise Of Rylan Slavens
Oct 7, 2025
Rylan Slavens is a high-IQ, high-motor combo guard out of Springboro, Ohio, representing the class of 2027. Standing 5’11” with an impressive 3.9 GPA, Slavens is the kind of student-athlete who blends academic discipline with athletic precision. ...
Guard Skills Forward Frame The Evolution Of Quinton Kitt
Oct 6, 2025
Quinton Kitt, a 6’6 wing/guard from East Peoria High School, is quickly emerging as one of the most versatile and intriguing prospects in the Class of 2027. With a 6’10 wingspan and a solid 215-pound frame, he brings a unique combination of...
Tyson Thompson The 6’10 Force Redefining The Paint
Oct 6, 2025
Tyson Thompson is a towering presence on the basketball court, standing at 6’10” and weighing 230 pounds. Representing Wesleyan Christian Academy, Thompson is part of the class of 2027 and already projects as one of the more intriguing big men in...
Landon Evans Pickerington’s Rising Star With D1 Potential
Oct 6, 2025
Landon Evans, a Class of 2027 standout from Pickerington High School Central in Pickerington, Ohio, has quickly established himself as one of the premier combo guards in his class. Standing 6’5” and weighing 185 pounds, Evans possesses the size,...
David Lunn III A 2027 Powerhouse Rising At Volcano Vista
Oct 6, 2025
David Lunn, III, a member of the Class of 2027, is a 6’4”, 200-pound forward from Volcano Vista High School, representing Team Thrill UAA on the national grassroots stage. His physical profile immediately stands out with broad shoulders, powerful...














