Prep Hoops Live: Top Illinois 2026 Wings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Live over the weekend was a great opportunity for our staff to see a ton of prospects from the state of Illinois which we will be breaking down all week.&nbsp; Here we examine <strong>Prep Hoops Live: Top Illinois 2026 Wings</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1552441' first='Josh' last='Abushanab'] (Play Hard Hoops)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The top performer from Illinois this weekend was the highest ranked 2026 prospect in the event.&nbsp; This Glenbard West small forward was spectacular from the jump recording 41 points against Ignite in an absolute epic showing.&nbsp; Got whatever he wanted whenever he wanted it.&nbsp; Three ball and pull ups in the mid-range were crisp elevating over defenders.&nbsp; The ball skills have greatly improved which he showed regularly slashing to the cup for buckets in the paint.&nbsp; Quality perimeter defender with his length along with being good helping.&nbsp; Trending as a D1 prospect and is primed for a big June.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2435304' first='Ledarrel' last='Goss'] (UEBL)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Goss was one of the revelations of the event.&nbsp; The Perspectives Joslin 6'3” shooting guard was spectacular with his wiry athleticism off the bounce.&nbsp; Burst getting to the rim over and over again.&nbsp; Scored at will in transition, hitting a few jumpers, and impacting on the defensive end.&nbsp; Also was a solid passer in their opening win where he had 21 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2832915' first='Grant' last='Poorman'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2414566' first='Mike' last='Glennon Elite'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Poorman was a prospect we didn't know much about, but the St. Ignatius small forward put his name on the map.&nbsp; Strong frame and is aggressive taking it to the rim for scores.&nbsp; Also has a good passing feel.&nbsp; When one of our other scouts was watching he dropped 30+ in a game.&nbsp; Going to be a key piece for Iggy next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2432328' first='Adrian' last='Riep'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2075527' first='Ignite' last='Hoops'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Continue to be impressed with the consistency out of Riep game in and game out.&nbsp; Skilled wing with toughness that wins on straight line takes, spin moves, and finishes through contact.&nbsp; Quality shooter that hit several threes and turnaround jumpers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kenaz Jackson Jr ([program_tooltip program_id='2219307' first='1' last='Dream Basketball'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This Kankakee wing is one of the more quietly consistent 2026 perimeter prospects out there.&nbsp; Skilled and athletic small forward that when his three ball is falling like it was in the game we caught he is super tough to guard.&nbsp; Feathery stroke on the shot and can hit tough mid-range shots as well.&nbsp; Smooth ball handler that can create in that way as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2217958' first='Drew' last='Lundberg'] (M14 National 1)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Like what we saw out of the West Aurora shooting guard over the weekend.&nbsp; Showcased more feel as a passer along with being able to play some on the ball.&nbsp; He is a big time shot maker as a spot up threat along with moving without the ball.&nbsp; That is the strength of his game.&nbsp; The growth in his handles and creativity as a scorer off the bounce along with playmaking feel was what really caught our attention.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2454180' first='Brady' last='Hairald'] (Illinois Stars)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hairald is just a flat out bucket getter!&nbsp; The Minooka guard is a crafty scorer that has a knack for scoring in the lane using his body control.&nbsp; Plus shooter especially in the mid-range where he popped quite a few shots for buckets.&nbsp; Pushed in the open floor and found his teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->