Spring Review: High Impact 2026 Combo Guards

This variety of score first guards have impressed throughout the spring, certainly putting in the work leading up to various Elite and Team Camps in the near future.     Moore brings all the intangibles you could ask from a guard on both ends. Able to read the floor quicker than the majority of opponents, he has already shown as an impactful 17u asset. Bringing in a dependable jumper to pull the defense out, Moore looks to capitalize on driving lanes a large portion of the time. Bringing in soft touch and a wiry frame, the guard is effective finishing versus contact at the basket.     Brunton brings a skilled offensive game at roughly 6'5, bringing in a dependable jumper off the catch or following movement. His height advantage allows him greater opportunities as a shotmaker, effective pulling up over contests within the mid-range. He plays with plenty of grit, actively grabbing defensive rebounds and pushing the pace versus opposing forwards. He plays up with 17U Hard2Guard, bringing in size while being able to push the pace whenever needed.     Callahan's shotmaking ability from all around the floor has made him one of the more productive guards in all of 4A. Effective handling the rock versus pressure, the guard shows value on all three levels as a shotmaker, capitalizing on ideal matchups. Notably, the guard looked to draw a much higher volume of free throws this season, up to 81% of his 61 free throw attempts.     Lechuga has the ball on a string with either hand, comfortable making decisions versus tight pressure. A quick decision maker with the ball, he looks ahead early for the best possible shot, whether for a teammate or himself. Around the perimeter, he remains a dependable shooter off the catch, complemented by the quick release. Lechuga will be a productive name coming up the ranks at Frederick, bringing in a refined perimeter skillset.     Balistreri brings a well rounded skill set on the offensive end, efficient in so many areas. Dependable knocking down jumpers off the catch or when stepping into the mid-range, he provides consistent spacing on those opportunities. If needed to attack the following closeout, the guard brings fluid footwork and soft touch around the rim. Even versus contact, the guard is dependable on finishes at the rim. Defensively, he competes at the point of attack, bringing in a wiry frame to match up with both backcourt opponents.     Owen brings in a wide reach within the backcourt, alongside a high motor on the defensive end. Constantly scrambling for loose balls or rebounds, they waste no time getting into position on those instances.     Howard's dependable handle allows him to efficiently survey the floor for the next play. Active making the extra pass versus pressure, he brings a dependable pivot game to maneuver around the opponent. Part of his value comes from rim pressure, effectively putting in floaters above contests. While off ball, he looks to keep the floor spaced evenly within the halfcourt, although he is quick taking away space while attacking the rim.

This variety of score first guards have impressed throughout the spring, certainly putting in the work leading up to various Elite and Team Camps in the near future.