2026 Rankings Update: Top ’26 players in the NWC
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As the new 2026 class rankings have been released, I will be taking a deeper look every conference to see which top players are playing in that conference. Here is the NWC, the number inside the parentheses is where they…
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Continue ReadingAs the new 2026 class rankings have been released, I will be taking a deeper look every conference to see which top players are playing in that conference. Here is the NWC, the number inside the parentheses is where they are ranked inside the entire class.
Nolan Wright Nolan Wright 5'10" | PG Sehome | 2026 State WA (37) – Sehome HS
Nolan was one of the first players off the bench last season as a freshman for a team that was one of the best in the 2A class. Nolan plays with great confidence, being able to control the pace of the game very well. He hits mid-range shots extremely efficently and can step out to hit the three too. He is dangerous in transition, being able to use his speed to our run opposing players.
Mantaj Singh Mantaj Singh 6'3" | SF Ferndale | 2026 State WA (65) – Ferndale HS
Mantaj is a lefty who has great size for a 2026 graduate. He uses his frame well, being aggressive when attacking the bucket. He has a solid first step, putting the ball on the first efficently. He hits the three off the catch really well and is one of the top shooters in the 2026 class in the NWC.
Malachi Bowman Malachi Bowman 6'4" | SF Lynden | 2026 WA (WL) – Lynden HS
Malachi has great size and length on the court. He is able to stretch the floor nicely and has a high motor, running the court well. His long wingspan helps him deflect passes and block shots on the defensive side of the ball. He finishes around the rim effectively, being able to riser above defenders.
Boyce Robertson Boyce Robertson 6'0" | SG Lynden Christian | 2026 WA (WL) – Lynden Christian HS
Boyce is a shifty guard who can play all over the court. He hits the deep shot very well, being able to step 2/3 feet beyond the line as well. He is very good in transition with the ball in his hands, he gets down-hill well and can finish through traffic.
Zack Watt Zack Watt 6'0" | SG Squalicum | 2026 WA (WL) – Squalicum HS
Zack has been the primary ball handler for the Storm when I watch them play. He has the ability to add a lot of size at that position and create solid match-ups for himself. He runs the floor well and has great vision so he is able to find his teammates smoothly. He’s a player who could grow a lot over this next season.
Madden Whitlock Madden Whitlock 5'10" | PG Burlington Edison | 2026 WA (WL) – Burlington-Edison HS
Madden plays well above his own age, showing a lot of maturity on the court. He is calm and patient with the ball in his hands, even if he is being pressured. He facilitates better than most guards in the 2026 class within the NWC and has great vision. He gives his all on the defensive side and is able to pressure opposing guards to the point where they are frustrated.
Others to watch: Noah Soulier Noah Soulier 6'3" | SG Squalicum | 2026 WA (Squalicum), Landon Melton Landon Melton 6'2" | SF Blaine | 2026 WA (Blaine), Kai Kerwin Kai Kerwin 5'7" | PG Blaine | 2026 WA (Blaine), Kaveer Dhillon Kaveer Dhillon 6'1" | SG Ferndale | 2026 WA (Ferndale), Brennan Morgenthaler Brennan Morgenthaler 6'1" | SG Anacortes | 2026 WA (Anacortes)