Top 2026 Basketball Players to Watch in District Play

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE "tinnon30" FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we start the new year and district play gets rolling, there are tons of players in the 2026 class you need to keep an eye on. Yes, these young ladies are talented, but they play pivotal roles in their teams success. Down the stretch when games start to get tighter, you will see a lot of young ladies especially from this class step up during a time of need. It's something about this class where not only have these girls been through the fire, but I would go ahead and say that based on their high IQ/ court awareness, these young ladies wouldn't fold because they have been there before.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you look throughout the state, you will see 26s making a difference. Not only in the scoring column, but doing the little things to help aid in their ball club's success. From securing the rebound, to making timely passes, it's little things that some may not put a lot of stock in that tips the scale in favor of these 26s.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some 2026 players to watch coming down the stretch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["816611"],"_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-677fdab0ae090"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Her role has increased with her batterymate Reese out for the year. Raylee has stepped it up in the scoring column and contributed on the boards. Her court vision is pretty impressive and she has been dropping dimes to open teammates like crazy. Something also different this season is her ability to strap it up on the defensive end. She is averaging 2-3 steals a game and those opportunities have been leading to pivotal transitional buckets down the stretch. Keep an eye out for this young lady as the district play unfolds.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["813169"],"_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-677fdab0ae10a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This kid is a gamer who is tough. She gets in a stance and just gets after it. Another feisty White Co. girl who will do whatever it takes to secure a W. She has been getting it done on  the floor, knocking down shots along the arc and inside as well. Her contribution in multiple statistical categories goes unnoticed as she has been filling up all the boxes. Look for her to continue on this spectacular trajectory and help her club reach new heights down the stretch.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["748461"],"_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-677fdab0ae160"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Don't let the size fool you as this kid plays with relentless energy. She is a three level scoring threat who can adapt to whatever opportunities she is given. High basketball IQ, this kid has amazing court awareness. She's going to compete all four quarters, dropping points and timely assists along the way. She brings an attacking mindset to the floor that is infectious and gets her team going. Solid prospect who works hard.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["513278"],"_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-677fdab0ae1c2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"> We go as she goes. That should be one of the mantras for the PCA Lady Lions ball club. This anchor in the middle is a beast and she is super tough to stop. KM is solid in the painted area, exploiting high/low opportunities and is physical on the blocks. Her ability to knock down shots in the short corner also gives her teammates driving lanes as she can fade out and knock down the shot. Her ability to own the boards is pretty impressive as she makes sure opponents get one attempt. This Lady Lions program is very special and KM has been a big time factor in this club's success.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["513275"],"_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-677fdab0ae20f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I think it is time for people to give this young lady her flowers because she keeps getting better and better. She can play any position on the floor and star in that role. A heady ball player who is tough as nails. She can knock down the 3 ball, put it on the floor to create and finish, attract helpside defenders to make a timely pass, and lock up on the defensive end. There isn't a game where this kid doesn't leave her mark. What I love about her is that she knows she is one of the main factors on a scouting report and she doesn't dodge the smoke. Solid two way player who is a force to be reckoned with.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->