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5 Names That Should Be Discussed More From The ’26 Rankings

5 Names That Should Be Discussed More From The ’26 Rankings
Mikol Blake-Green
Mikol Blake-Green September 19, 2025 @ 10:02 AM
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Talya Walker
Talya Walker CG/PG | 2026
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Lara Young
Lara Young 5'11" | SF/SG | 2026
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Maryna Yuzhda
Maryna Yuzhda 5'11" | 2026
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Jalisa Matthews
Jalisa Matthews 5'6" | CG | 2026
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Nora Simpson
Nora Simpson 5'4" | PG | 2026
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The latest iteration of the '26 rankings dropped earlier in the week. The players widely recognized at the top of the class are regularly covered, but today things will be a bit different. This article is revolved around some of the talent a bit lower in the ranks. These are girls that bring true value to their teams and are absolute assets. Such players should be acknowledged for what they bring to the table too. Below are a few more underappreciated names that should be discussed from the senior class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Use code&nbsp;MBG30&nbsp;for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1237357"],"_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-68cd6f0a41ad4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1237357' first='Talya' last='Walker'] (2026) | CG | Cranston West </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Walker will be heavily contributing to CW's approach this season. They have some scrappy players and Talya is the leader of the troops in that department. She's a great teammate, plus she can be trusted to give forth a full effort no matter the situation. She's a smaller guard, but that doesn't affect her ability to influence the game. Tayla can provide a genuine spark on both ends. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["486081"],"_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-68cd6f0a41b33"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='486081' first='Nora' last='Simpson'] (2026) | 5'4 PG | Arlington Catholic</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nora is a well-versed primary ballhandler and initiator that merits some attention for her skillset. Simpson can fill up the stat-sheet; her experience plus understanding of the game propels her in situations others may struggle with. She was recently offered from Brandeis and other regional schools should be sure to follow after a successful senior campaign. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1220501"],"_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-68cd6f0a41b84"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1220501' first='Lara' last='Young'] (2026) | 5'11 SF | GCDS</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A multisport athlete who competes hard on the court. Young is a great teammate that'll do the small things on the floor. She's smart and physical, so she can be a useful perimeter player. GCGS will surely utilize her services as they look to come out strong this upcoming season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1005188"],"_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-68cd6f0a41bcf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1005188' first='Maryna' last='Yuzhda'] (2026) | 5'11 Forward | King Phillip </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Not one to put up glittering numbers, but Maryna does make an impact even though it doesn't always show up. Particularly on the defensive side of the ball, Yuzhda has a knack for making those she's guarding uncomfortable. Maryna is physically intimidating down low and even has the ability to guard outside on the perimeter too. She's liable to force some form of turnover through the course of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["635534"],"_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-68cd6f0a41c18"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='635534' first='Jalisa' last='Matthews'] (2026) | 5'6 CG | Granby </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A left guard that can let it fly from deep and is pretty accurate from that range. Matthews is comfortable around the perimeter, but she does attack the rim too. Jalisa can also be helpful defender, giving effort towards affecting shot-makers as well as hustling to 50/50 balls. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The latest iteration of the '26 rankings dropped earlier in the week. The players widely recognized at the top of the class are regularly covered, but today things will be a bit different. This article is revolved around some of the talent a bit lower in the ranks. These are girls that bring true value to their teams and are absolute assets. Such players should be acknowledged for what they bring to the table too. Below are a few more underappreciated names that should be discussed from the senior class.

Talya Walker

Talya Walker

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5 Names That Should Be Discussed More From The ’26 Rankings
Talya Walker (2026) | CG | Cranston West Walker will be heavily contributing to CW’s approach this season....
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Nora Simpson

Nora Simpson

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HEIGHT 5'4"
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CLASS 2026
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Marlborough
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5 Names That Should Be Discussed More From The ’26 Rankings
Nora Simpson (2026) | 5’4 PG | Arlington Catholic Nora is a well-versed primary ballhandler and initiator that...
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Lara Young

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5 Names That Should Be Discussed More From The ’26 Rankings
Lara Young (2026) | 5’11 SF | GCDS A multisport athlete who competes hard on the court. Young...
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State: New England
School: Greenwich Country Day
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Maryna Yuzhda

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King Philip
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5 Names That Should Be Discussed More From The ’26 Rankings
Maryna Yuzhda (2026) | 5’11 Forward | King Phillip Not one to put up glittering numbers, but Maryna...
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Jalisa Matthews

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Granby Memorial
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