2027 Wings to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arkansas has a talented group of senior wings ready to make their final high school seasons count. These players bring different styles, from physical scorers to versatile defenders who can impact the game everywhere. Some can light up the scoreboard, while others make their biggest impact attacking the glass and making winning plays. With their final seasons ahead, these wings have plenty of chances to leave their mark across the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1093269' first='London' last='Hicks']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1093269' first='London' last='Hicks'] brings a little bit of everything to the floor, making her a tough matchup for defenses. She can knock down shots, attack the basket, and punish smaller defenders in the post. Her strong midrange game gives her another way to score when defenders take away the drive. Hicks plays with plenty of physicality and does a great job using shot fakes and footwork around the basket. She can also push the ball in transition and create opportunities before the defense gets set. Her three-point shot is another weapon, especially when she gets comfortable shooting from the corners. Hicks doesn't need the ball constantly to make an impact, either. She moves well without it and does a great job finding openings in the defense. She's also a strong rebounder for her position and brings a high motor defensively. Hicks isn't afraid to dive for loose balls or make the extra effort play. Her size and versatility allow her to defend multiple positions and contribute in different ways. She showed her scoring ability against Batesville with 29 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists. Against DeWitt, she finished with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists. Hicks earned All-Conference and 5A All-State honors after another productive season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1091135' first='Kinsley' last='Patterson']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1091135' first='Kinsley' last='Patterson'] plays bigger than her 5'8" frame, and that physicality shows up all over the court. She's at her best when she gets downhill and attacks the lane with confidence. Patterson does a great job finishing through contact and making defenders pay when they try to stop her. She can also draw fouls and take advantage of those opportunities at the free-throw line. Her physical style carries over to rebounding, where she uses her strength and positioning to battle bigger players. During the 2025-26 season, Patterson averaged 11.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.7 steals, and 0.7 blocks. She shot 44% from the field and 72% from the free-throw line while becoming a reliable two-way contributor. Patterson finished the season with 385 points, 176 rebounds, 51 assists, 56 steals, and 23 blocks. She posted 16 points and a career-high 11 rebounds against Searcy. Against Valley View, she recorded 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals while shooting 6-for-13. She also scored 18 points against Brookland in a 55-19 win. Patterson earned All-Conference honors as a sophomore and gives Greene County Tech a versatile piece who can impact the game in several ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1091205' first='Kimber' last='Cox']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1091205' first='Kimber' last='Cox'] is the type of player who can make an impact without needing the ball in her hands constantly. At 5'8", she uses her size and physicality to finish strong around the basket. Cox moves well without the ball and does a good job finding open spots when defenses lose track of her. She's also comfortable using her physicality when attacking the rim and finishing through contact. Her offensive game still has room to grow as she continues getting more opportunities. Defensively, Cox brings plenty of energy and can create problems by getting into passing lanes. She has also shown the ability to come from the weak side and block shots. Those little plays can completely change the momentum of a possession. Cox shot 43% on two-point attempts and has already shown flashes of being a dependable two-way contributor. She can give Dover an immediate spark when she checks into the game. As her role continues to grow, her ability to score, defend, and play without the ball could become even more important. Cox has the tools to take on a bigger offensive role while continuing to bring energy defensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1055660' first='Jacee' last='Hoskins']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'2", [player_tooltip player_id='1055660' first='Jacee' last='Hoskins'] already brings a major presence to the paint, but her game goes well beyond simply being a post player. She establishes deep position, finishes through contact, and uses her strength to make defenders work for every stop. Hoskins is a strong rebounder who battles hard for extra possessions on both ends. Defensively, she protects the rim, blocks shots, and alters plenty of attempts without even getting credit for the block. She also plays with a high motor and never seems afraid of physical matchups. What makes her especially interesting is everything she can do outside the paint. Hoskins has a short jumper, can step outside and knock down threes, and makes smart passes from the post. She can even handle the ball against pressure when the situation calls for it. That inside-out ability gives her several different ways to attack a defense. Hoskins surpassed 1,000 career points while earning All-Conference, All-State, and All-State Tournament honors. She averaged a double-double during her sophomore season and put together several huge performances. Hoskins scored 24 points against Lincoln and added 21 against Thaden. She recorded 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 stocks against Bentonville West. Against Haas Hall Fayetteville, she stuffed the stat sheet with 18 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 assists. She also recorded double-doubles against Charleston and Mountain View during the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1244344' first='Jakayla' last='Stephens']</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1244344' first='Jakayla' last='Stephens'] brings the kind of physicality that immediately stands out when she steps onto the court. She's strong, athletic, and extremely comfortable attacking the basket through contact. Stephens has a soft touch around the rim and can finish over taller defenders without needing much space. She's also a serious rebounder who can completely take over the glass when she gets going. On defense, Stephens protects the paint and brings nonstop energy to every possession. Her shot-blocking ability is a huge part of her game, but her quickness might be even more impressive. At her size, she can still slide with guards and stay in front of quicker players on the perimeter. Stephens also has enough skill to make plays outside the paint instead of being limited to the interior. She can handle pressure and create opportunities when the defense forces her away from the basket. She has already attracted Division I attention and collected plenty of individual recognition. Stephens earned first-team All-Conference, All-State, All-Region, All-County, and All-Area honors. She was also named tournament MVP at the 2024 Dermott Thanksgiving Tournament. Stephens averaged 12 points across two games while making a major defensive impact. Her biggest stat line came against Woodlawn, where she finished with 28 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->