Shine Time - Bloom Time : 2026 Live Period Forward Preview

The Live Period is here and for the 2026 class, the time to shine is now. This is the time where prospects are expected to rise into the spotlight. Whether they have been grinding behind the radar, or planted below the surface, it is bloom- time and shine time for these talented 2026 prospects.    [player_tooltip player_id='514519' first='Carleyssia' last='Wallace'] heads into the Live period with a proven track record and an impressive resume, that includes a State Championship. This time  Last year she set the Grassroot circuit on fire was and received numerous offers.   Wallace is back for the encore and the smooth lefty will be looking to shine again and elevate her stock even more. She has the tools to get the job done: She can stretch the defense with her ability to light it up from behind the arc.  She has a good understanding of spacing on the floor and plays in sync with teammates.    Wallace can also get to the rim and score with the ball in her hands.  She impacts the game in multiple ways.     [player_tooltip player_id='844873' first='Sara' last='Dagba'] is one of [player_tooltip player_id=‘844873' first=‘Sara' last=‘Dagba'] is one of the most underrated prospects in the 2026 class. She brings elite versatility to the floor—capable of playing on the perimeter, operating at the free-throw line, or battling on the blocks. No matter where she's stationed, she produces. On the wing she knock down three pointers, On the blocks she utilizes strength and footwork to play with her back to the basket. Here she scores and also shows her court vision and skills to read the floor and pick defenses apart. Her value lies not just in her talent, but in the flexibility she gives any system. As the live period unfolds, expect Dagba to shine and her stock to climb.     [player_tooltip player_id='656074' first='Ar'Nayshia' last='Griffin'] is one of the most versatile forwards in the 2026 class. A blend of power and agility, she can consistently knock down threes from the perimeter. This has been the biggest improvement in her game and has taken her to another level. Griffin can attack off the dribble, and finish through contact in the paint. Griffin scores effectively against both wings and post defenders, showcasing the strength to battle inside and the athleticism to operate on the outside. Her offensive game has blossomed into elite territory, and her ability to handle the ball and even initiate offense adds another layer to her game. Griffin also impacts the game on defense, on the glass, and in transition. She has the athleticism and strength to battle on the boards and the skill to grab the rebound and go. She is a true all around presence on the floor and is looking to shine this upcoming live period.     [player_tooltip player_id='514524' first='Ellieyana' last='Wallace'] is a versatile and impactful player to watch this live period, capable of playing both guard and forward positions. She's a selfless contributor who always puts the team first, but has the ability to step up in big moments—evident in her State Championship performance, where she hit four first-half threes and kept her team afloat early. Wallace is a reliable floor spacer with her three-point shooting, but her impact goes well beyond scoring. She rebounds, defends multiple positions, and brings a toughness and steadiness that makes her a true glue player. Wallace consistently does the little things that will lead to big things on the big stage- a place where she shines and elevates her game.     [player_tooltip player_id='514520' first='Anni' last='Ament'] has been playing at a high level over the past few months and has started to pick up multiple offers as a result. Ament is a versatile, face-up forward who thrives in transition and brings a strong mix of size and skill to the floor. She shoots the three at a respectable clip, runs the floor well, and has the ability to put the ball on the deck and attack the rim. Ament can shoot the three, she can score in the midrange area, she understands spacing, plays with control, and can contribute at multiple positions on the offensive end of the floor. Her recent play has earned her several offers and she is looking to shine and take it to an even higher level.     [player_tooltip player_id='633529' first='Mia' last='Chandler'] is a prospect with elite athleticism. The scary part is that she has the tools to take her game even higher. She runs the floor like a guard and finishes well around the paint and in traffic. One of Chandler's strongest assets is her rebounding—she consistently attacks the glass and capitalizes on second-chance points with put-backs. Defensively, Chandler brings value as a rim protector with the quickness to switch out and guard on the perimeter. She impacts the game on both ends of the floor. Chandler excels in the transition game. Her speed and athleticism allows her to fill the lanes and get buckets on the break. Chandler has several offers and is looking to shine in the live period and secure even more offers.

The Live Period is here and for the 2026 class, the time to shine is now. This is the time where prospects are expected to rise into the spotlight. Whether they have been grinding behind the radar, or planted below the surface, it is bloom- time and shine time for these talented 2026 prospects.