2026 Rankings Update: The Combo Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These guards can do a little of both, although they have already found their groove as shotmakers within their programs. Already tasked with legitimate responsibilities through their second season, these names are worth a look given their progression throughout this season.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["471050"],"_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":"18.8 PPGrnrn3.1 RPGrnrn3.9 APGrnrn34% 3PrnrnA high volume shotmaker from distance, Spellman is a knockdown shooter well beyond the arc. 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A capable shooter off the catch, she remains a threat even through an incoming contest. Following the closeout, her smooth handle makes her a dependable downhill scoring threat versus pressure. She can score with either hand at the basket, not fazed by the contest. Defensivley, she is a wiry defender who can wall of the lane against opposing playmakers.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6631c4be49d5e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["510719"],"_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":"9.4 PPGrnrn3.8 RPGrnrn1.6 APGrnrn1.9 SPGrnrnAn effective scoring guard, Slater takes what the defense gives her. Effective knocking down the open three, she leverages her gravity consistently versus opposing defenders. Patiently awaiting a potential block attempt along the perimeter, she takes advantage of weak closeouts for drives or pull-up jumpers within the arc. She brings in smooth footwork versus pressure, capable of pivots and step throughs versus pressure. Alongside her skill, Slater brings in a high motor on the glass, maximizing her opportunities on the glass despite being a backcourt position.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6631c4be49dce"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["789176"],"_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":"5.4 PPGrnrn2.1 RPGrnrn1.9 APGrnrnA proactive facilitator with the ball Budler, looks to get the team set up in the halfcourt first and foremost. A willing driver towards the rim, she leverages her low center of gravity to blow by opponents, quick to change speeds and explode downhill. Her impact taking away pressure from this group's variety of shotmakers will be worth following next season, certainly capable of drawing in pressure.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6631c4be49e23"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["470968"],"_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":"6 PPGrnrn2 RPGrnrn2.1 APGrnrn1.8 SPGrnrnAbdur-Razaaq is an effective defensive name, capable of matching up with both backcourt positions. A jack of all trades type of prospect in the backcourt, although the guard's willingness to guard a wide variety of opponents has aided her success throughout this season with Overland.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6631c4be49e6e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["471053"],"_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":"12.2 PPGrnrn2.3 RPGrnrn1.6 APGrnrn34% 3PrnrnA confident shot taker for 3A St. Mary's, the guard already brings plenty of skill along the perimeter. Bringing in a fairly high volume through her second season, the guard has shown the ability to score the ball on all three levels. Already a threat to stretch the floor off the catch, opponents must respect Ramirez immediately.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6631c4be49eb7"} /-->