Summer 5 Series: 2026 Breakout Candidates

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Summer 5 series will be centered around players in each class who can breakout with their grassroots organization this summer. Players with momentum heading into the spring and/or players who need a bigger opportunity to showcase their talent.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='493354' first='Nancy' last='King'] (Ursuline):&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>King provided a physical inside presence this season. She was key in the rebounding department for her high school team. A well built forward at 6'2 who will see increased playing opportunity during her 16u summer. She's a traditional post player who uses swift moves and touch to score over smaller defenders. This sophomore also makes the most of her FT attempts shooting 73.9% from the line. A high upside forward in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='609778' first='Sydney' last='Pfister'] (Lutheran South):</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pfister did an excellent job of scoring in bunches for Lutheran South this season. Her 13.5 PPG were all needed for this program to have a solid and memorable season. Guards who play with a high level of athleticism and know the game are great candidates to excel during the summer season. This is a 2026 player who can equally impact with both scoring and passing. She lets the game come to her and doesn't force anything. A fundamentally sound player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='882019' first='Jayelin' last='May'] (Lee's Summit North):</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Finding size and post presence in the sophomore class is difficult for programs and college recruiters. Luckily for May, she checks both these boxes. A high upside player for these specific reasons. She's an ever improving shot blocker and offensive post presence. Her sophomore season contributions were really impressive. 10.7 PPG and 6.6 RPG are both impressive marks for a 2026 in this tough conference. Expect for her to be a prime breakout candidate in the coming months.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='783128' first='Addy' last='Seyfert'] (Grain Valley):&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Seyfert put together a strong sophomore season where she was one of the best players at Grain Valley. Players from this program are well coached and she is no different. An all-around guard who rebounds well and makes the three at a high clip. Her shooting ability is a standout trait. Many of her points come from beyond the arc but she adds in drives attacking closeouts well. One of the more fundamentally sound guards in this class. She produces at a high level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='493363' first='Elena' last='Potsou'] (Parkway West):&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Potsou plays with the Gators who have a very good 2026 group. She's one of their top playmakers and a floor spacer at 5'8. She uses her dribble well and understands how to find space on the offensive end of the floor. She had a number of big games this past high school season. A player capable of making shots in short spurts. Expect for Potsou to have the ball in her hands a lot this summer. Development and a breakout should follow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->