Under the Radar: Rising Prospects to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Top 100 features some of the top talent in the state, but there are still plenty of players outside that group who have the ability to make an impact. This group features players with different strengths, from scoring and shooting to playmaking, defense and versatility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the upcoming season providing another opportunity for these players to showcase their games, each has the chance to take another step forward and continue building their name on the Arkansas girls basketball scene.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='877663' first='Cloie' last='Davis'], Conway Christian, 2030</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Davis is a 5'7 point guard heading into her senior season at Conway Christian who brings speed, shooting ability and strong transition play to the floor. One of the biggest strengths in her game is her quickness, allowing her to push the pace and create opportunities in transition. A capable shooter from the perimeter, Davis also does a good job finishing through contact when attacking the basket. Her ability to play with pace while still scoring efficiently makes her an intriguing guard to watch heading into the 2026-27 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Davis showed that scoring ability in recent performances, posting 20 points, four rebounds and three steals against CAC before following it up with 20 points, five rebounds and two assists against Bigelow. With her senior season ahead, Davis is a prospect who could make a significant jump with another strong year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1895849' first='Lilly' last='Dority'], Northside, 2030</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dority enters her freshman season at Fort Smith Northside as an athletic forward with a versatile offensive game. She is a consistent perimeter shooter who can also use her speed and athleticism to attack the basket and finish through contact.Despite playing the forward position, Dority has the ability to create for others and make plays beyond simply scoring. Her combination of shooting, athleticism and playmaking gives her multiple ways to impact the game on the offensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dority already holds a Division I offer from North Texas, which she received as an eighth grader. After an impressive summer, she will be a player to watch closely during her freshman season as she looks to establish herself among the top prospects in the 2030 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1895850' first='Elaina' last='LaValle'], Bentonville West, 2030</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Levalle is a 5-foot-11 forward with the versatility to impact the game in multiple ways. She is a consistent perimeter shooter who does a good job creating her own shot, even when contested, while also having the ability to attack off the dribble and get to the basket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her production this summer has shown her all-around impact. Levalle recorded 10 points and nine rebounds against William Fullbright Jr. High, followed by 10 points, 12 rebounds and five steals against Lincoln Jr. High. She added nine points, 12 rebounds and three blocks against Fayetteville before putting together a 14-point, seven-rebound, two-assist and three-steal performance against Southside. With her combination of size, shooting and ability to create offense, Levalle is a 2030 prospect worth watching as she continues to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Malaya Cox, Fayetteville, 2030</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cox is a 5-foot-9 guard in the 2030 class who brings value on both ends of the floor. She is an accurate perimeter shooter who can also attack the basket and create offense off the drive. Defensively, Cox is a strong perimeter defender who can make an impact on that end of the floor. She's able to knock down a three when needed. Her combination of shooting, driving ability and defensive presence makes her an intriguing young prospect to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ellie Frank,</strong> <strong>Bentonville, 2030</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Frank is a point guard who shows the ability to take control of an offense and dictate the pace of the game. She is a strong ball handler who stays composed with the ball in her hands and consistently makes good decisions. She plays extremely hard defense. Her best asset would be her perimeter shooter, able to effortlessly knock one down when needed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her court vision also allows her to create opportunities for teammates, making her more than just a scoring option. Frank showed that playmaking ability with 12 points, three rebounds and five assists against Washington Jr. High, followed by a 13-point, eight-assist performance against Oakdale. With her ability to handle the ball, control tempo and create for others, Frank is a guard to keep an eye on moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1225338' first='Paytin' last='Moore']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moore is a 2028 point guard at Baptist Prep who brings a strong combination of shooting and playmaking to the floor. She is effective playing off screens and does a good job attacking downhill, where she can put pressure on the defense and draw foulsMoore also makes an impact on both ends of the floor, giving her value beyond her offensive production. Her ability to create for herself and others makes her a guard to watch heading into the upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moore has shown her ability to contribute in multiple areas, including a 14-point, five-assist performance against Mayflower. She also recorded 14 points, five rebounds, three assists, three steals and two blocks against Dardanelle, showing her all-around impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->