Rankings Update: Class of 2026 Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2026 -- now juniors -- consists of players who are determined, hardworking and skilled. With each passing season and with each rankings update, player positioning is constantly evolving. The reason being, they have either exceeded or have yet to exceed expectations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some notable 'stock risers' heading into the 2024-25 season for girls' high school basketball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Players</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Prev. Rank</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>New Rank</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='893556' first='Desta' last='Rose']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">25</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">20</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='893557' first='Neysa' last='Gutierrez']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">26</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">22</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='893558' first='Avery' last='Henard']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">27</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">23</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='648217' first='Vayda' last='Golino']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">33</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">27</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='828815' first='Jaysha' last='Hawkins']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">48</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">38</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["893556"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-672e583ae1280"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rose is a Two-Time All-State Selection that helped Logan reach the Class-A Championship game this past season. The No. 3 Longhorns ultimately fell 54-36 to No. 4 Fort Sumner/House, finishing with a 23-8 record overall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rose is a crafty multilevel scorer that knows how to get to her spots. The 5'7" combo-guard is comfortable taking mid-range jumpers and also has the freedom and confidence to take the ball coast-to-coast. Moreover, Rose is a capable three-point shooter both off the bounce and in catch and shoot situations. Lastly, Rose is physical and strong at the point of attack. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["893557"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-672e583ae1324"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As a sophomore, Gutierrez was an All-State Selection that helped Cliff reach the Final Four in the Class-A State Tournament. The Cowgirls averaged just north of 46 points per game and were the No. 2 overall seed and the Class-A District-2 Champions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gutierrez gave the Cowgirls (27-3, 9-1) steady play on both ends of the floor, all season long. Gutierrez displays great effort and competes on every possession.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["893558"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-672e583ae12e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Henard is an important piece for Tatum that does a multitude of things to impact winning. Henard was an All-State Selection this past season after helping the Coyotes to a 27-3 record overall. Additionally, Tatum was the no. 2 seed in the 2A State Tournament and the 2A-District 6 Champions. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">That being said, Tatum had a Final Four Exit -- a 42-40 2OT thriller -- vs no. 6 penasco, the eventual champions. In that game, Henard posted 12 points, 5 rebounds and 3 steals. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648217"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-673256d3929c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Golino is a budding combo-guard that can space the floor and attack the basket off the dribble. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For the 2024-25 season, Golino has an opportunity to be a focal point in the offense for Coach Vigil. The 5'7" combo-guard has improved her decision making and play out on the perimeter which has boosted her confidence. Furthermore, Golino has taken strides as a ball-handler and facilitator. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["828815"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-672e583ae135d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hawkins is an underrated on-ball defender that is hardworking and physical. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This past season, Hawkins appeared in 28 games for the Bulldawgs, averaging 4.0 points and 2.0 rebounds per game. With Las Cruces (14-14, 6-6) losing five players to graduation in 2024, Hawkins is expected to have a bigger role moving forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*Statistics via MaxPreps*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/how-we-rank/">How We Rank</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Coupon Code</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Enter code at checkout and receive $10 off your registration!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Code:&nbsp;<strong><em>MartinezPGH2024</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->