A Look Inside the Top 5 – 479 Edition 2026

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here we take a look at the Top 5 Juniors in Northwest Arkansas' class of 2026, let's explore the talent on display and what they bring to the court for their teams respectively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1677464' first='Kinyun' last='Johnson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kinyun plays with an uptempo high-energy mindset, he excels in driving to the basket for a variety of shots inside. Thriving under pressure, he handles the ball with confidence and agility. He does not mind contact while guarding opposing ball handlers. His quick and athletic playstyle allows him to rack up points rapidly, making him a dynamic scoring guard on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2021885' first='Ryder' last='Scribner']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ryder excels as a sharpshooter, consistently sinking jumpers. Offensively, he's adept at finding open spaces and getting his shots off, he understands spacing the floor well. On the defensive end, he effectively plays with physicality on opposing guards. His combined offensive and defensive prowess makes him a good two-way or 3&amp;D player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2390531' first='DJ' last='Hudson']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hudson stands out as a dynamic post player, adept at both driving to the basket and landing jump shots. His impressive wingspan and sharp instincts contribute to his strong defensive presence, disrupting opponents' plays near the hoop. The way he shares the ball and secures rebounds makes him a valuable team player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2021887' first='Henry' last='Sims']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sims roams the paint, showcasing his scoring and rebounding skills, usually making cuts through the lane. His physical presence is felt in the interior where he excels at boxing out opponents and playing tough defense. He is solid in fast break situations with precise outlet passes and by effectively running the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2028697' first='Skye' last='Davenport']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Davenport stands out as a dynamic guard, radiating energy and demonstrating the ability to score effectively at close, mid-range, and long distances. His leaping skills complement his agility. This combination of offensive versatility, mixed with defensive nimbleness makes him a valuable asset on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->