2026 Player Rankings Update: Prep School Newcomers in the Top 30

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Florida is a unique state in that it draws players from all over the World with our highly competitive prep schools in the girls basketball space. Montverde, IMG, [program_tooltip program_id='712489' first='DME' last=''], Central Pointe, Southeastern Prep, Academy of Central Florida - you name it! Here are some of those new kids of the block at Prep Schools that project to be bonafide D1 talent:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1209809"],"_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-67dae2a9783ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kelsi is a top 20 ranked ESPN kid for a reason. She's someone you notice when walking into a gym with her presence and size. Her footwork and soft touch are second to none. She's an anchor in the paint that controls the glass and finishes with both hands through contact. On defense, she owns the paints and will reject your shot if you decide to try to get some paint points. Her ability to push the ball in transition and run the floor makes her one of the best 2026's in the country &amp; obviously one of the best in our rankings now with her making the move to IMG.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["373868"],"_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-67dae2a97846b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Missy is another ESPN ranked kid that make the switch to Florida with Montverde Academy. She also is one of the best softball players in the country. Her strength, size, and athleticism make her a matchup nightmare on both ends of the floor. Missy crashes the board hard and is so strong around the rim with good body control to adjust mid-air. Her shooting and scoring ability at all three levels make her an elite college prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1218997"],"_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-67dae2a9784ba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gabriela has legit size, length, and good hands. Her fundamentals are strong, and it's hard to fight around one of her box outs. She passes well for her position and can easily score the ball over either shoulder in the post. This summer will be key for her on the EYBL circuit, and she was an easy addition to our rankings with her massive upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1214936"],"_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-67dae2a978505"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Darleska is one of the most versatile players in the 2026 class. She has speed, can shoot if from deep, and can score in the post against a smaller defender. Her strong frame matched with that quickness allows her to guard 1-5 and score at-will against anyone. Really looking forward to seeing her stock and visibility continue to go up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1214957"],"_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-67dae2a97854e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sther is one of the elite athletes in the 2026 class. The lefty post is one of the most energetic forwards with a high motor that you don't always see at that position. Her quick vertical allows her to score over anyone in the paint with strong finishes with either hand. She's great at getting position and using her athleticism and footwork to get an easy look. I wouldn't be surprised to see her climb up our rankings even more after this debut.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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-67dae2a978595"} /-->