Class of 2026: 5 Standout Players

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While much of the spotlight is on how this next season's seniors, the class of 2026 is also bursting with talent, and there are many players to watch out for. Here are five I'll highlight today that may be in for a big 2024-25 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["663652"],"_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-66789ceb88789"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Charlotte can be a factor in nearly any area. She has a great feel for the game with her decision making and her smoothness in transition. She has the ability to knock down shots from the outside, and she gives great effort when it comes to rebounding. Charlotte should embrace a bigger role for Bothell next season, so look for her to shine even more. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["666163"],"_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-66789ceb887e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">AC is a talented post player not only for Lake Washington, but also in the state. Standing at 5'11", she has great size that helps her finish through traffic in the low post. She shines on the defensive side of the ball, being a presence in the paint and being aggressive in snagging rebounds. Look for her to be a pivotal piece of Lake Washington's squad next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["502395"],"_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-66789ceb88830"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sofia is a crafty lefty with the ability to be making plays on both sides of the ball. She can finish in the paint, has a knack for drawing fouls, and does well converting at the free-throw line. She continues to improve both defensively and shooting on the perimeter, and if that trend continues, she will be making plays all over the court next season for Redmond. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["584112"],"_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-66789ceb88877"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Semaj is a quick, shifty guard who can get it going at any moment. She's shown that she can break down her defender in isolation situations, has a smooth floater, and does well knocking down free-throws. She also uses her speed to her advantage on the defensive end, being a pest and jumping on steals. If she continues to expand her offensive game, she will become an even greater threat on the court. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["587392"],"_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-66789ceb888be"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Samiah is a great player for Toppenish, with high energy and great skills. She has a sweet stroke from three-point range and shows no hesitation. She can also be aggressive driving the ball inside and runs very well in transition. She also displays great vision in the way she finds her teammates in different situations. Samiah has all the skills to improve even more and jump up in the rankings after being All-League Second Team last season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->