2027 Guards to Watch Out For

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we begin the New Year and are a little over the midway point in the 2023-2024 season, we take a look at some of the class of 2027. These are all names to keep a close watch on this summer and especially into High School next year. Here's a look at some of the best freshman point guards/ combo guards in Arkansas. 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