Blair Academy (NJ) standout Deron Rippey Jr. has rapidly become one of the most intriguing point guards in the class of 2026. A consensus top-20 prospect nationally, Rippey’s playmaking, control, and ability to shift momentum has placed him firmly among the elite PG’s in high school.
Top 5 Schools — No Order
As his recruitment continues to heat up, Rippey has trimmed his current list to five major programs, listed with no order of preference:
- Duke
- NC State
- Miami
- Tennessee
- Texas
Each school offers a style and system that fits a high-IQ guard capable of running modern spacing-driven offenses.