Stock Risers in the 2026 Class Ranking
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A group of 2026s who made a big impression in their sophomore seasons earned a big jump in the class rankings. Leading the group is Baldwin’s Cooper Carr Cooper Carr 6'2" | CG Baldwin | 2026 State KS . He…
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Continue ReadingA group of 2026s who made a big impression in their sophomore seasons earned a big jump in the class rankings.
Leading the group is Baldwin’s Cooper Carr Cooper Carr 6'2" | CG Baldwin | 2026 State KS . He jumped into the top 5 (from #13) after sweeping 4A all-state honors. The versatile combo guard saw his role grow from “support” to “star” following some significant graduation losses, including his big brother Caleb, and all-stater in his own right. Carr did it all for Baldwin this year. His stat line was one of the most impressive in the state: 20 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 steals.
Here are four other sophs who made significant moves in the 2026 rankings:
Arley Morrell Arley Morrell 6'6" | C Pratt | 2026 State KS , 6-foot-6 center, 2026, Pratt – #15 from #39 (24 spots):
A rim runner and rim protector extraordinaire, Morrell really took his game to the next level this year. He’s a long-limbed post who can pop out and really drain the three. He hit 44% from deep this year. He averaged a double-double with 18 points and 11 boards. By gaining 4A all-star notice, he is arguably the number two sophomore in 4A behind Carr.
Jalihn Timmons Jalihn Timmons 6'0" | SG Wichita Heights | 2026 State KS , 6-foot guard, 2026, Wichita Heights – #17 from #23 (6 spots) (pictured):
After graduation took some significant pieces from the Falcons’ lineup, Timmons stepped in as both a point guard and shooting threat. He was equally effective with the ball and off it, creating and shooting it well. He was really effective in transition and in the midrange, hitting 66% from inside the arc. He averaged 9 points and 2 assists in a key supporting role.
Reece Reidel Reece Reidel 6'3" | CG Mill Valley | 2026 State KS , 6-foot-3 guard, 2026, Mill Valley – #19 from #29 (10 spots):
Reidel really took off as a creative pass-first guard. The long, springy sophomore has some flash to his game. With all the offensive talent around him, Reidel registered a lot of exciting alley oops and passes to shooters. He averaged 4 assists and 5 boards as a ball-handling big man.
Aiden McCullough Aiden McCullough 6'3" | PF Ottawa | 2026 State KS , 6-foot-3 forward, Ottawa – #21 from #32 (11 spots):
An extremely hard-working post, McCullough has soft hands and deft footwork in the paint. He’s a strong finisher through contact and has good touch in the midrange. He can put the ball on the floor to power through traffic, and he scored a lot off misses. He grabbed 8 boards per game.