Top new names from 2026 Rankings Update

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our 2026 rankings update saw over 20 players get added to our list for the first time and in this article we'll break down the top five new names.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2023905"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6850915a4737b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the most athletic players in the country, Bouie is raising his stock as quickly as any player in the country right now. With recent offers from Michigan and North Carolina State as well as southern powerhouse programs like Alabama having been involved for a while, Bouie has no shortage of high major opportunities. His defensive activity and ability to play above the rim in transition makes him an especially good fit in a more up-tempo conference like the SEC or Big 12 where he will fit in well with their depth of athletes. While he's currently ranked outside the top 75 on most rankings websites, I expect Bouie to climb up to the top 50 before the summer concludes in some national rankings lists.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1660032"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6850915a473d0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I had already gotten the opportunity to see Constanza play at Flyin To The Hoop when his Westminster Academy squad came to the Dayton area to play a pair of top opponents. Constanza is an impressive wing scorer who put up monster numbers last high school season to the tune of 29 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists a night. The move to Spire will give him top competition to play on a daily basis in practice and in games which will give Constanza the coaching and experience to be ready to play a role at the high major level as a freshman next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1483438"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6850915a47413"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I caught Miller with City Rocks during the EYBL live period weekend and left very impressed with his poise on the ball. A high-level decision maker, Miller helped set the table for his team and could play on or off the basketball. During session II Miller averaged 10 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals, showing his ability to impact the game as a playmaker and defender. A high priority for mid major programs looking for a floor general, Miller holds offers from Towson, FGCU and New Mexico State since the spring live period took place.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2838551"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6850915a47453"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top scorers in the OHSAA as a Junior last season, Hardwick is an extremely talented scorer and shot creator. With a quick first step and impressive burst, Hardwick has the athleticism to play at the Division I level. A massive sleeper in northeast Ohio, Hardwick has impressed with [program_tooltip program_id='2320052' first='All' last='Ohio Red'] on the EYCL circuit and the remaining live periods will be excellent opportunities for Hardwick to be seen by Division I coaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1379130"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6850915a47490"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Spire's Nike Scholastic program has received a ton of attention this summer but their post grad group coached by Jay Slone also has numerous college level prospects. Alexander plays with OTP on the Puma Circuit alongside [player_tooltip player_id='2441592' first='Collin' last='Ross'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2245774' first='Jackson' last='Williams'], two players in the top 10 of our rankings. Alexander is a tough on-ball defender who can also attack a closeout and make an open shot. I expect scholarship programs to like his toughness and physicality from the guard position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->