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<p>There is some serious talent in the top of the 2026 class and these next seven wings represent some of the high-potential players in the top 25. Pay close attention to these guys over the next year as this is a big upcoming season for these guys.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Varani has long been a name to watch with incredible upside. He has the length/athleticism to block shots at the rim and have some high-flying finishes on the other end. His 3-point shooting is another separator and he should get plenty of opportunities to show his skills at Elite Futures Prep this year.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Ili-Meneese is a special athlete with explosive power who can be a load to stop on his way to the hoop. He was a constant presence at the foul line throughout the spring and summer with his ability to get inside and play through contact. He's also a guy with an outstanding motor who should have a big impact at Rainier Beach this winter.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Groves is one of the more promising prospects east of the mountains who has a potent outside shot but has also looked real strong creating space off the dribble and hitting shots from different areas on the floor. He has a little playmaking to his game too and should be a kid who really takes off this year.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Hennig showed plenty of potential last year for the 4A state champs, and now he comes into this season after adding a couple of inches and playing with Beauchamp Elite all spring and summer. He's a solid outside shooter who showed solid IQ playing with some high-level guys, and he'll enter this winter as one of Mount Si's top guys.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Horntvedt is another guy who has added some height since last season and also gets to come into this year with more freedom offensively. He was a key floor-stretcher for Richland last year but also showed some ability to defend the rim and finish inside. It should be a bit of a coming out party this high school season for the talented guard.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Huff is a wing who really took some good steps forward over the AAU season and showed how he can affect the game in lots of ways. Shot-blocking, scoring from different spots, and he's one of Lindbergh's key playmakers. He should be a standout for them on both ends and continues to trend up in the 2026 class.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Ghoreishi flashed a lot of upside as a 3&D player at the next level, and at the rate he's going, it wouldn't be surprising to see him add even more height over the course of the winter season. He's a strong spot-up threat from 3-point who has shown some good anticipation to come from the help side or trail drives and send shots back. It will be a big year for him as he moves over to Mt. Spokane from Mead.</p>
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There is some serious talent in the top of the 2026 class and these next seven wings represent some of the high-potential players in the top 25. Pay close attention to these guys over the next year as this is a big upcoming season for these guys.
HEIGHT
6'7"
POS
SG
CLASS
2026
State:
North Carolina
School:
Moravian Prep / YNG Dreamerz Overtime Elite
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HEIGHT
6'4"
POS
SG
CLASS
2026
State:
Washington
School:
Rainier Beach
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HEIGHT
6'5"
POS
SF
CLASS
2026
State:
Washington
School:
Gonzaga Prep
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HEIGHT
6'7"
POS
SG
CLASS
2026
State:
Washington
School:
Mount Si
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HEIGHT
6'8"
POS
SG/PG
CLASS
2026
State:
Washington
School:
Richland
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HEIGHT
6'7"
POS
SF
CLASS
2026
State:
Washington
School:
Lindbergh
Club:
NW Drip
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HEIGHT
6'10"
POS
SF/PF
CLASS
2026
State:
Washington
School:
Mt Spokane
Club:
NW Drip
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