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Freshmen Set for Early Varsity Roles

Freshmen Set for Early Varsity Roles
Victor Scott
Victor Scott July 31, 2025 @ 05:47 PM
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Gus Stewart
Gus Stewart 6'5" | PF/SF | 2029
AR
Jamie Dunn
Jamie Dunn 6'6" | SF | 2029
AR
Wilson Reid
Wilson Reid 6'1" | SG | 2029
AR
Demontae Williams
Demontae Williams 5'8" | PG | 2029
AR
Vann Hayes
Vann Hayes 6'0" | PG | 2029
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These 2029 prospects aren't just promising, they're varsity-ready. With solid skill sets and competitive grit, I expect each to play good minutes this season. Add these athletes to your watch lists early.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2868919"],"_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-688bf2737d676"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hayes plays with polish and poise well beyond his age. He's got a tight handle, strong tempo control, and an ability to break down defenses with precision off the bounce. With his feel for spacing and composure in traffic, he stands out as a future varsity lead guard who'll earn early trust.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2881649"],"_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-688bf2737d6ef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams is quick, confident, and a competitor at heart. He plays with fearless downhill pressure and loves getting into paint touches or drawing help to kick out. His coach seems to love his pace and energy as a lead guard. I expect him to carve out varsity minutes, maybe even crack the starting lineup after seeing him in that role this summer at team camp.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2889455"],"_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-688bf2737d745"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With his frame, timing, and mobility, Stewart already looks the part of a varsity-level forward. He rebounds outside his area, blocks shots, and can finish through contact. Add in flashes of stretch forward abilities, and he projects as a physical presence who could grow into a matchup problem.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2881651"],"_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-688bf2737d7d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reid is equipped with a quick-trigger jumper and fast feet on defense. He has the skill and knowledge to compete with older guards and isn't afraid to take and create shots. As he adds more strength and game reps, Reid could be one of those “instant offense” freshmen that the coach can't keep off the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2882930"],"_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-688bf2737d833"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dunn brings size and quiet versatility to a wing/forward role. He can guard multiple spots, run the floor, finish inside and out, and has touch around the rim. With his blend of length, footwork, and upside as a rebounder, he's a plug-and-play option for varsity play, with size and athleticism.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

These 2029 prospects aren't just promising, they're varsity-ready. With solid skill sets and competitive grit, I expect each to play good minutes this season. Add these athletes to your watch lists early.

Vann Hayes

Vann Hayes

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PG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Vann
Hayes PG
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
HS
Hot Springs
|
AR
Freshmen Set for Early Varsity Roles
Hayes plays with polish and poise well beyond his age. He’s got a tight handle, strong tempo control,...
Written by Victor Scott
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State: Arkansas
School: Hot Springs
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Demontae Williams

Demontae Williams

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PG
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Demontae
Williams PG
Class
2029
Height
5'8"
HS
Conway
|
AR
Freshmen Set for Early Varsity Roles
Williams is quick, confident, and a competitor at heart. He plays with fearless downhill pressure and loves getting...
Written by Victor Scott
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Demontae Williams

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State: Arkansas
School: Conway
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Gus Stewart

Gus Stewart

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PF/SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS PF/SF
CLASS 2029
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Gus
Stewart PF/SF
Class
2029
Height
6'5"
HS
Clinton
|
AR
Freshmen Set for Early Varsity Roles
With his frame, timing, and mobility, Stewart already looks the part of a varsity-level forward. He rebounds outside...
Written by Victor Scott
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Gus Stewart

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State: Arkansas
School: Clinton
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Wilson Reid

Wilson Reid

AR
SG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SG
CLASS 2029
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Wilson
Reid SG
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
HS
Sheridan
|
AR
Freshmen Set for Early Varsity Roles
Reid is equipped with a quick-trigger jumper and fast feet on defense. He has the skill and knowledge...
Written by Victor Scott
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Wilson Reid

State: Arkansas
School: Sheridan
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Jamie Dunn

Jamie Dunn

AR
SF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS SF
CLASS 2029
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Jamie
Dunn SF
Class
2029
Height
6'6"
HS
Little Rock Central
|
AR
Freshmen Set for Early Varsity Roles
Dunn brings size and quiet versatility to a wing/forward role. He can guard multiple spots, run the floor,...
Written by Victor Scott
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Jamie Dunn

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State: Arkansas
School: Little Rock Central
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