July 2021 Stock Risers (Part 2)

Every year, July is a big month for AAU. Coaches are out and players are getting evaluated by many college coaches and media. These are 3 guys who have improved their stock this July.

Blake Barkley

University High School (WV) '22

M.A.T.T.S. Mustangs (UA Rise)

6’8” F

The 6’8” forward was extremely impressive at UA Rise I & UA Rise II. Barkley was active defensively getting deflections, steals and blocking shots at the rim. Offensively, Blake shoots the ball well off the catch, finishes well around the rim and can play move the rim and moves well without the ball. He recorded multiple 20+ point games and has recorded double digits twice on the UA Rise circuit. Mid major D1’s need to reach out.

Ryan Maier

Grafton High School (WV) '22

West Virginia Reign

5’10” CG

Ryan Maier has been tearing up Big Shots events now for the last two years. Maier averaged 19 points at Big Shots Myrtle Beach I, 27 at Big Shots Myrtle Beach II and 23 points at Big Shots Nationals. The 5’10” guard scores from all 3 levels, shoots it exceptionally well from deep, is a good ball handler and a solid distributor. D2’s need to be all over Ryan.

Chandler Schmidt

Cabell Midland High School (WV) '22

Big Shots Elite West Virginia

6’1” CG

Chandler has been picking up a lot of interest and offers since the high school season ended in May. He has earned a D1 offer from The Naval Academy. Schmidt had a great showing at Big Shots Myrtle Beach Live II. He averaged 22 points per game over their 3 games. The 6’1” guard is able to play with or without the ball and score off the catch or off the dribble. Schmidt scores at all 3 levels, has a very good handle and is a solid passer. Low major D1’s and high D2’s should give him a look.