2026 Rankings Update: The Final Top Five

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Photo By: 10th Region</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This marks the final update for Kentucky's Class of 2026. From their freshman seasons until now, I've had the opportunity to watch this group grow witnessing their development, comeback stories, and the players who remained consistent throughout their careers as their legacies unfolded. Now, these talented seniors will graduate and move on to the next chapter of their lives, continuing their journeys both on and off the court at the collegiate level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a look at the final Top 5 prospects in the Class of 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["376789"],"_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-69b83cb97cbf5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='376789' first='Ashlinn' last='James'] closes out her illustrious high school career as the No. 1 player in our final rankings update. The four-star guard and No. 64 ranked prospect in the nation fueled Assumption's run to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2007, where the Rockets finished as state runner-up, further cementing her legacy. She concludes her career with over 2,000 points and will now be part of a top-10 recruiting class at Indiana University, where she looks to make an immediate impact at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["376791"],"_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-69b83cb97cc61"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='376791' first='Brianna' last='Wilkins'] put together a strong senior season, averaging 17.3 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 2.5 steals per game. The Co–7th Region Player of the Year and Miss Basketball candidate finishes her career with a state championship, along with well over 2,000 points and 500 rebounds. Wilkins will go down as one of the most decorated players to come out of Louisville and is also the first Kentucky commit for Juli Fulks at Marshall University.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["376806"],"_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-69b83cb97ccad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='376806' first='Teigh' last='Yeast'] moves into the Top 3 in this final update after capping off her high school career as the catalyst behind GRC's first state championship in program history. She was named tournament MVP and earned All-Tournament Team honors, solidifying her impact on the biggest stage. Yeast finishes her career with over 1,500 points and has possibly positioned herself as a finalist for Kentucky Miss Basketball, closing out a remarkable high school run. She will continue her athletic and academic career at Robert Morris University.<em>(Featured Image)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["494359"],"_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-69b83cb97ccf6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='494359' first='Sayler' last='Lowe'] led Calloway County to one of the best seasons in program history, finishing 33–3 while capturing a region title and making a Sweet 16 appearance for the first time in 15 years. She etched her name into the record books as the Lady Lakers' all-time leading scorer and was named 1st Region Player of the Year and a Kentucky Miss Basketball candidate. Lowe will now take her talents to the ASUN Conference, where she will continue her athletic and academic career at the University of North Alabama.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["376802"],"_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-69b83cb97cd3e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='376802' first='Madison' last='Young'] leaves behind a strong legacy and will go down as one of the best players to ever suit up for South Oldham. During her senior season, she became the Lady Dragons' all-time leading scorer and rebounder while earning 8th Region Player of the Year honors and recognition as a Kentucky Miss Basketball candidate. Young will continue her athletic and academic career at Illinois State University, joining a program with a rich tradition that includes six NCAA Tournament appearances and 12 Missouri Valley Conference championships.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->