Freshman Positional Rankings: PF/C’s
In this article:
The 2026 rankings are out. We dive into the positional rankings. We now look at the power forwards and centers for the freshman class. Here are the top-8 PF/C’s in the 2026 class: Elijah Summers-Livingston Elijah Summers-Livingston 6'7" | PF…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingThe 2026 rankings are out.
We dive into the positional rankings. We now look at the power forwards and centers for the freshman class.
Here are the top-8 PF/C’s in the 2026 class:
Elijah Summers-Livingston Elijah Summers-Livingston 6'7" | PF Basha | 2026 State AZ Basha
A long and strong true power forward has the strength, grit and toughness to play the position. He rebounds, runs the floor and blocks nearly every shot close to him. He will occasionally step out and shoot it from the perimeter but works best in the paint.
Cristian Simmons Cristian Simmons 6'8" | PF Sunnyslope | 2026 State AZ Sunnyslope
A thicker frame forward has a strong base with skill. He can shoot the three, hold his ground inside the post, grab rebounds in his area and use his length to block shots. He has soft hands to score inside and is a good pick setter to open up shots for his team.
Nico Wright Nico Wright 6'8" | PF Ben Franklin | 2026 State AZ Ben Franklin
A super long and tall forward. He has a 7’0+ wingspan and he springs up in a blink of an eye. He will sprint up the court and is very light on his toes. He can get stronger and add weight just like many of his peers but most don’t have his size and length. Once it all comes around, watch out.
Tarrell Green Jr Tarrell Green Jr 6'5" | PF Lowndes | 2026 GA Highland Prep
An explosive power forward has some serious bunnies. He leaps up effortlessly and gets off the floor so quickly. He will dunk, rebound, block shots and score around the basket.
Bear Fisher Bear Fisher 6'5" | PF Queen Creek | 2026 State AZ Snowflake (Pictured)
A newcomer who I just recently viewed shined. He is from a small school in the middle of nowhere but he can hoop. He has a nice shooting touch from mid to the three and has some toughness to bang inside. I would not be surprised to see him in the state playoffs one year with him leading the way.
Amare Runyon Amare Runyon 6'6" | C Sandra Day O'Connor | 2026 State AZ Sandra Day O’Connor
A rare five-man with big feet and hands. He has long arms and older strength to hold his position and uses his girth and good hands to rebound. He can score it around the basket and has a nice shooting stroke from elbow and in.
Rocket Schwertley Rocket Schwertley 6'5" | PF Brophy Prep | 2026 State AZ Brophy Prep
Another very strong power forward who knows how to play the game. He has a big IQ, he is easily one of the better forward shooters with range beyond the stripe and has a polished hook shot. He is a very good shooter from mid-range but is shockingly a phenomenal passer.
Bryce Neal Bryce Neal 6'5" | PF Hamilton | 2026 State AZ Hamilton
An intruiging long term prospect is just scratching the surface. Both his parents played college ball and have size. He has very long arms and jumps up quickly to block shots, rebound and dunk the ball. He is a little raw with his footwork but is a fluid runner and has the things you can’t teach.