Round two of sophomores to watch in the upcoming grassroots season includes a mix of all-state players with some under the radar players.

Sam Koch – 2028 – SG – Metamora

In his sophomore season, Koch averaged 12.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.3 assists for Metamora to earn second team all-conference honors. There is plenty to like from his game has he has good positional size at 6’4” along with his plus length. This is in addition to his athleticism and feel. Koch also has good offensive tools with his ability to get to the rim plus shot making that has continued to greatly grow as well to being a good passer. Koch has already started to generate some division one interest.

Evan Luchetti – 2028 – SG – Monona Grove

It was a breakout season for Luchetti who was able to earn himself second team all-conference honors. He averaged 16.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.4 steals. Even as just a sophomore, Luchetti already has so many tools to his game including his versatile scoring ability and energetic defensive play. The 6’3” two-guard hit seven threes in a single game this season but is also effective getting to his spots on the attack with his tough, aggressive downhill play. Luchetti is a high energy guard who knows how to play.

Kameron Shannon – 2028 – F – Orchard Lake St. Mary’s

Shannon is an under the radar sophomore who is just poised to breakout. Not only does he have great size at 6’9” to go along with his tremendous length but is also an athletic forward. He can already be a rim protector who plays with great energy and covering a ton of space on the interior. As well, Shannon has flashed offensive tools not only being able to score in the post but also face up to the basket.

Brayden Smith – 2028 – G – Elkhart Lake-Glenbulah

Even just two seasons into his high school career, Smith has already accomplished plenty. This includes already scoring 970 points over his freshman and sophomore seasons while averaging 21.6 points this past season to lead his team to the sectional semifinals. Smith has continued to show he’s one of the top scorers and shooters in Wisconsin, hitting 45.8% of his threes this season and has already hit 200 of them in his two seasons. The highly skilled guard is more than just a scorer having also averaged 4.3 assists this season.

Grant Smith – 2028 – G/F – Lyons Township

The game of Smith took great strides this season as he earned himself 4A special mention all-state honors from the IBCA following a standout grassroots season with Meanstreets. Not only did he have a standout sophomore season but already has some tools for the next level. The wing has good size on the wings at 6’6” to go along with his athleticism. This is in addition to his versatility on both ends of the floor as he can effectively defend multiple positions plus can both shoot the three and be a playmaker with the ball.