Class of 2026 College Prospect Rankings: Big Senior Year Ahead

<!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Heading into their senior year, a number of players are set up for big seasons. With new roles, more minutes, and bigger responsibilities, this group has a chance to leave a strong mark in their final run. Here are a few seniors to watch</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514892"],"_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-68cdbc59821e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Lyla has been a key piece of Nazareth over the past couple of years, and some might say she's an X-factor, given the fact that if she gets hot from beyond the arc, it will be a long night for whoever is guarding her. She plays an aggressive game, and sometimes she's the anchor and enforcer that Nazareth needs. She can be impactful off the ball and with he ball.. I wouldn't be surprised if she can lock in an all-state selection this year.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514896"],"_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-68cdbc59822a6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>A player who is pure athleticism and knows how to apply it to the system that she's in. She can go off for 8+ points by simply finding the ball, without needing plays called for her. She's a workhorse on the defensive side and can also stretch the floor on the offensive side. If Benet finds themselves in a deep state title run, Jones will have many game-changing moments.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["811456"],"_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-68cdbc598235f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Easily one of the more aggressive and consistent players in this class, and a player who has shown an impressive amount of growth over the past couple of years, I don't see her slowing down anytime soon. She can be effective on the offensive side of the ball if she's attacking the rim, and defensively, she's active and not afraid to take the challenge. Big fan of what she brings to the court. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["508485"],"_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-68cdbc5982444"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">J<em>osie was a key piece for O'Fallon's state championship some years back, and her ability to shoot at a high clip over looks her size. This kid has heart. She plays tough and doesn't seem to back down from the big moments. O'Fallon is a competitive program, and you can write Josie down as a big reason for that. Wouldn't be surprised if she has a big year from beyond the arc, which could land her in some record books. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["836403"],"_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-68cdbc598251c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Whitney Young is competitive every year, and you can count that towards the coaching staff, as well as the players, and players like Nina are why you can never count them out of the game. She's a player who can play a role, but has no issue getting in the driver's seat if the game or possession calls for it. Tough on the drive, not afraid to take the deep shot, and can be a pest on the defensive side of the ball as well. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->