Best of the Best ’26s V: Sophomore Seasons Loading

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In part 5 of this series, we continue to look at some of the best 2026 players in the state as they head into their sophomore seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["515458"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Harrison plays with that old-school PG mentality that so many coaches love.  As Maryville tries to climb the mountain back to its previous stature as a state powerhouse, Harrison is the type of leader that can help turn a program around.  She's a ultra-quick PG that can get into the paint at will.  She always seems to make the right read once she gets there.  I believe she leaves points on the table at times by not getting to a floater or quick pullup once she beats the initial defender.  She is excellent at changing speeds, and plays with poise and IQ necessary to lead a team as a PG.  She's also an impactful defender that uses her athleticism to be a disruptive on the ball defender.  I really like this prospect!","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65288a967b307"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='816585' first='KJ' 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scoring as a freshman.  She's already a high level shooter from the perimeter, and is developing in her ability to attack the rim and use her length to finish over defenders.  She's also an underrated passer as her size gives her angles of vision most players just don't possess.  Defensively, her athleticism and length give her the chance to be a game changer.  Look for her to have a breakout season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65288a967b4bd"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block 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