2026 Rankings Update: Top Center Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>USE CODE&nbsp;<strong>webb30</strong>&nbsp;for 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION!</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a look at the top 5 centers in the Class of 2026. Each of these prospects provided leadership, toughness, and a physical presence in the paint for their teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2026","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"12120","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"6931","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e605a190507"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["376797"],"_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-67e080ef84a75"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='376797' first='Megan' last='Simpson'] served as the anchor for Nelson County this season, averaging 12 points and 8.7 rebounds per game. She helped lead the Lady Cards to a 2A section 3 title and double their wins from last year. Megan is a powerhouse in the paint, she finishes strong at the rim, and makes good use of the backboard. She is an explosive rebounder and an excellent interior defender who knows how to wall-up and time blocks perfectly. (Featured Image)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Notable Performances:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>26 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 blocks, &amp; 2 steals vs. Butler</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>20 points &amp; 18 rebounds vs. Thomas Nelson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>20 points, 17 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, &amp; 1 block vs. John Hardin</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["418066"],"_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-67e080ef84aef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Destiny took a major leap in her junior season, leading her team in both points (14.4) and rebounds (7.2) per game. Standing at 6'2" with an incredibly long wingspan, she brings a unique blend of size and versatility to floor. Destiny is a big with guard-like abilities. She handles the ball confidently, knocks down perimeter jumpers, and would thrive in pick-and-roll or pick-and-pop situations. She has a college ready frame and is a excellent rim runner. On offense, she demonstrates solid footwork and makes the most of her paint touches, while being able to erase shots from in the paint and at the perimeter on defense. Destiny reached 1,000 career points, and 600 rebounds and was a 1st Team All-Region selection. I think she will garner a lot of interest from college coaches during the travel season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Notable Performances:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>28 points, 8 rebounds, 3 blocks, 3 assists, 9/13 FG, 9/9 FT vs Campbellsville (Career-High)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>20 pts, 11 rebounds, 5 blocks, 2 assists, 1 steal vs Daviess County</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>19 points, 8 rebounds, 7 blocks, 7/11 FG, &amp; 4/6 3-PT FG vs Bullitt East</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shot 84.2% from the Free Throw Line 64/76</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["730457"],"_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-67e080ef84be7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='730457' first='Kinleigh' last='Martin'] had a strong junior campaign for Betsy Layne, averaging 11.4 points and a team-leading 8.3 rebounds per game. She brings a solid combination of size, skill, and basketball IQ to the court. Kinleigh excels at establishing deep post position, using her strength to overpower defenders inside. She has soft hands, impressive footwork, a variety of post moves, and shoots the ball efficiently from the field and from deep. She is an active rebounder and a capable passer who knows how to set up her teammates. Kinleigh holds 2 college offers</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Notable Performances:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12 Points,11 Rebounds, 1 Assist, 2 Blocks vs Breathitt County</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>21 Points,13 Rebounds, 3 Assists, 1 Steal, 1 Block vs Lawrence County</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>20 points, 18 rebounds vs Belfry</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["897386"],"_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-67e080ef84b9d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='897386' first='Lauren' last='Partin'] did it all for Lynn Camp this season. She averaged a whopping 19.2 points per game, ranking 26th in the state, and 12.2 rebounds per game, placing her 15th in the state. Lauren's relentless work ethic was evident on both ends of the floor. She outworked opponents for rebounds and capitalized on put-back opportunities. Lauren was one of the most impactful players in the 13th region this season and her determination on the glass helped her surpass 500 career rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Notable Performances:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>35 points, 17 rebounds vs Hazard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>27 points, 9 rebounds vs Berea</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>23 points, 9 rebounds vs Somerset</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["897384"],"_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-67e080ef84b44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='897384' first='Kairi' last='Lamb'] had a humongous junior season, averaging 17.8 points per game and leading Bell County with 13.5 rebounds, ranking 9th in the state. The 6'4" center is a sleeper in the 2026 class. Kairi is very skilled and moves well for her size. She keeps the ball high and finishes efficiently in the paint. On defense, she uses her length to her advantage, to alter and block shots. Additionally, she has shown flashes of a soft shooting touch with range that extends behind the 3-point line. During the season, Kairi reached 1,000 career points and 1,000 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Notable Performances:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>18 points, 11 rebounds vs Lynn Camp</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>21 points, 12 rebounds vs Harlan County</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>25 points, 14 rebounds vs Nicholas County</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->