COLUMBUS, Ohio -- More than a month into the high school basketball season, Central Ohio's talented group of freshmen are beginning to emerge. A class that came in with high expectations, this group has been terrific so far this season, with several guys playing important roles on top teams. 

Let's take a look at the top impact freshmen in Central Ohio.

Davis has been Walnut Ridge's top player this season, transitioning beautifully to the varsity level. Davis has solid length and athleticism for 6-foot-4, as he can play on the post and perimeter, but is best served on the block right now. Davis has good footwork, can really score in the post, while being a committed rebounder who is effective inside and outside his area. Davis is capable of knocking down the mid-range jumper, while showing some promise as a scorer off the bounce. Davis' stock and upside will depend on how much he grows and the advancements he makes to his perimeter skills. A few inches and added ball-handling and shooting ability could turn Davis into a devastating matchup on the wing in a few years. Davis holds an offer from Stony Brook, which he earned after turning in a 17-point, 12-rebound performance against Walnut Ridge last Friday.

Penn came into this season as the No. 1 player in his class and has played like it so far. Penn is Dublin Coffman's top player and top scorer, as he can score the ball on nearly every level. Penn excels shooting the ball and playing in the pick and roll, as he can score and assist in nearly every way. Penn is also an elite passer, as he can drive and dish as well as anyone. Penn will become a really elite scorer once he adds strength and becomes a better finisher inside. 

While guards like Penn, Matt Allocco and Josiah Fulcher receive most of the publicity in the 2020 class, Anthony is not far behind, if at all. The 6-foot guard is getting into a groove at the moment, scoring in double-figures in the last six games, including four performances of at least 17 points. Anthony can really defend and plays with a high motor. Don't sleep on Anthony, especially since he is at a school that produces quality guards.

After scoring 28 points in his first four games, Allocco exploded in the next two, scoring 55 points including a breakout 33-point performance against Worthington Kilbourne. Allocco is a big-time shooter who has a chance to be very, very good. The son of a coach, Allocco brings IQ, toughness, scoring and length to the wing. If Allocco can get to his brother Chris' size (Chris grew to 6'4), he could be a devastating matchup for most guards. 

When it's all said and done, Fulcher could end up being the top player in the 2020 class. A deadly shooter who plays with a lot of confidence and belief, Fulcher has stepped up in Pickerington Central's biggest games. The freshman wing has brought surge-like scoring ability, knocking down big threes for the Tigers, usually in a hurry. Fulcher looks to have a few more inches to go as he continues to grow into his frame, which will only help his stock going forward. He and Jeremiah Francis will be a deadly backcourt duo for years to come.