2026 Rankings Update: Point Guards
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These lead guards have shown value making decisions with the ball, rarely turnover risks. Active making the extra read to convert a good shot into a great one, these athletes are worth a look this summer. Kniyah Dumas CO #11…
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Continue ReadingThese lead guards have shown value making decisions with the ball, rarely turnover risks. Active making the extra read to convert a good shot into a great one, these athletes are worth a look this summer.
8 PPG
3.5 RPG
3.5 APG
3.2 SPG
A quick driver off the catch, Dumas is difficult to slow down while on the attack. One of the better perimeter facilitators in this class, the lead guard is excellent at making the extra pass once help arrives. Although quick with the ball, she is patient with her decision making in large part, dependable at slowing down the pace when necessary. Defensively, she is a pain for any opposing ball handler. Given her lateral quickness and willingness to stay physical at the point of attack, many opposing guards want no part of her on defense.
5.7 PPG
1.6 APG
A capable decisionmaker with the ball, Ward looks to ramp up the pace when necessary. Comfortable under pressure, the guard was often tasked as a secondary playmaker within Holy Family’s system, typically attacking the rim following a closeout. She could get to floaters in traffic or the occasional pull-up jumper, capable of stopping quickly for such shot attempts. Defensively, she is a smart decision maker, quick to intercept passing lanes.
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5 PPG
1.8 RPG
41% 3P
A knockdown shooter out of the gates, Beck has potential to be a crucial complementary shotmaker for Cherry Creek. Although a capable scorer off the catch, Beck has plenty of abilities as a playmaker with the ball. Capable making plays out of the pick and roll, she is careful to seek out passes for rolling teammates.
11.8 PPG
6.8 RPG
3.1 APG
3 SPG
Johnson is a gritty lead guard who looks to push the pace whenever possible, getting up off the initial rebound in transition. Bringing in a high motor, she is often tasked with grabbing and going on the break, eager to kickstart a full court offense. Keeping her head up for the next play, she constantly seeks out the best shot possible, regardless of who. Within the halfcourt, she has shown capabilities making plays out of ball screens, capable of reading the next option without turning over the rock.
14.2 PPG
3 RPG
2.7 SPG
An active three point shooter, Booker is certainly a backcourt prospect who has received greater opportunities than most in this class. Capable of rising up for shot attempts along the perimeter or within the mid-range, the guard has a diverse portfolio getting to such attempts.
5.3 PPG
3.5 RPG
Although on low volume, Vigil showed the ability to be a dependable floor spacer, particularly off the catch. Effective playing off of Riverdale Ridge’s stars, the guard was a valuable asset for the 4A title winners. She competes on every possession, whether that be walling off an opponent at the point of attack or crashing the glass for a defensive rebound. Her grit is part of the reason she garnered a greater opportunity this season with 25-3 Riverdale Ridge.