All-Tournament Team

Ja’Kyah Smith Ja’Kyah Smith 5'9" | PG Bob Jones | 2026 State AL earned All-Tournament Team honors with another strong two-way performance. She finished with 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 steals. Smith impacted the game on both ends with her toughness and activity. An elite three-level scorer, she can create offense from anywhere on the floor. Her versatility and competitiveness make her a constant matchup problem.

Ja’kyah Smith | SR | Point Guard | Tulane Commit

17.5 PPG | 6.6 RPG | 7.2 APG | 4.3 SPG | 46% FG

Ja’kyah Smith is the engine that makes everything go. Averaging 17.5 points per game, she scores efficiently while controlling tempo and creating opportunities for others with 7.2 assists per contest.

Her ability to rebound at 6.6 per game from the point guard position speaks to her toughness and instincts. Defensively, she’s disruptive and relentless, averaging 4.3 steals, proving her impact on both ends of the floor.

A true three-level scorer and elite two-way player, Smith brings leadership, pace control, and competitive fire — a complete floor general ready for the next level at Tulane.

Ja’Kyah Smith Ja’Kyah Smith 5'9" | PG Bob Jones | 2026 State AL | 5’10” Senior Point Guard | Bob Jones High School (AL)

Ja’Kyah Smith Ja’Kyah Smith 5'9" | PG Bob Jones | 2026 State AL is a disciplined, high-effort perimeter defender whose impact is built on positioning, anticipation, and consistency. She excels at the point of attack, using her size, lateral quickness, and length to stay in front of ball handlers and contest without overreaching. Smith defends with patience, forcing tough decisions and shrinking space rather than chasing plays.

Off the ball, her defensive awareness separates her. She reads actions early, rotates on time, and communicates through help coverage and switches. Her activity shows up on the glass (6.5 rebounds per game) and in disruption, averaging an impressive 4 steals per game. Smith competes through contact, finishes possessions, and brings a steady motor every night. At her best, she’s a defensive anchor in the backcourt whose presence elevates team defense and sets the tone.

Jae was as good a pure point guard as anyone I saw at She Got Game. From a former coach’s perspective you can have all of the talent in the world on your roster, but someone has got to get the ball to the scorers and Smith did just that. She was in constant communication with her coach about what was going on the floor and what her coach wanted her to do. Smith scored from the midrange, free throw line, and three point range herself. Smith was a positive, vocal leader for her team as well. Tulane got a great player and I expect Jae to play early and often there.

Ja’Kyah Smith Ja’Kyah Smith 5'9" | PG Bob Jones | 2026 State AL | 5’11” Guard/Wing | Bob Jones HS (AL) | Class of 2026

Ja’Kyah Smith Ja’Kyah Smith 5'9" | PG Bob Jones | 2026 State AL is a dynamic playmaker who impacts the game in multiple ways. At 5’11”, she thrives in transition, attacking downhill, finishing through contact, and creating opportunities for teammates. In the half-court, her handle, poise, and developing perimeter shot make her a versatile scoring threat. Defensively, Smith uses her length and instincts to disrupt passing lanes, rebound, and generate turnovers. With athleticism, skill, and a winning mentality, she’s a top Alabama prospect to watch.

At 5’9, Ja’Kyah Smith Ja’Kyah Smith 5'9" | PG Bob Jones | 2026 State AL (Class of 2026) has emerged as one of the standout players for Bob Jones and across Alabama. A three-time All-State performer and 1,000-point scorer, Smith has also competed at the highest levels nationally, helping her team capture a UA 16U Championship.

Smith is a versatile scorer, capable of producing from all three levels—attacking the rim with power and quickness, knocking down mid-range shots, and stretching defenses with her range beyond the arc. Her athleticism stands out, combining speed and agility that make her a constant threat in transition and a force on both ends of the floor.

Defensively, Smith’s physical tools and energy allow her to disrupt opponents and guard multiple positions. Offensively, her ability to impact the game in so many ways makes her a player that opposing teams must game plan around every night.

With her blend of skill, athleticism, and versatility, Smith has firmly established herself as one of the premier talents in Alabama’s 2026 class.