Who were some of the biggest risers in the 2026 rankings update?

The latest 2026 rankings update features a new wave of talent who've earned their spots by putting in the work and consistently producing. Whether they're cracking the list for the first time or climbing the ranks after standout performances, these players have proven they belong. Here are five stock risers that have caught our attention!    McAllister quietly turned heads at Colorado Live and might be one of the most under-the-radar athletes in the class. Liberty will depend on him for transition buckets, scoring bursts, and defensive versatility. He's long, explosive, and makes plays on the move. This season, it's about embracing that expanded role. If he brings consistent energy and finishes through contact, he'll force coaches to take notice across the state and be a weapon that Liberty uses. He jumps onto our rankings for the first time.     Singer was the engine for Englewood last year and flat-out earned this spot. He filled the box score with 14.9 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.2 steals while guarding multiple positions and being their most reliable option. He plays with poise, attacks the glass, and defends with pride. He's still flying under the radar statewide, but not for long. Expect a big senior campaign from one of Colorado's most overlooked all-around guards who filled up the box score as a junior.     Soren is a multi-year varsity contributor and a first-team all-conference performer who does a bit of everything. He posted 10.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals a game last season. Yes, four steals a game! This stat line that screams impact. His IQ and versatility shine every time he steps on the floor. Singer is a true Swiss Army knife, and he consistently makes winning plays. He looks ready for another leap heading into his final season and makes a huge jump in the rankings after what we saw.     Andrew is a grinder in every sense of the word. He's a glue guy who brings real value to every rotation, and Rangeview knows that he's reliable when he's on the floor. He's a tough on-ball defender that makes smart reads, rebounds outside his area, and doesn't need touches to impact a game. You trust him to hold leads or stabilize second units as he's low-maintenance, high-trust. He cuts, defends, and competes every possession, and that's a player you can go to war with. He makes the rankings for the first time after a solid season of learning the ropes, but should be depended upon heavily this upcoming season.     At 6'5", Tonnieges has great size, touch, and floor spacing ability. He averaged 10.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, two assists, and 1.6 steals while showing he could score inside and out. He thrives in transition, makes smart decisions in the halfcourt, and doesn't force the issue. His game fits in any system as we saw him stand out this grassroots season, and his IQ pops off the tape. If the shot stays consistent, he'll be a matchup problem all season long and help Mountain View make some noise. Cole makes a big jump after a big year.     Hemme was a first-team all-conference selection and a true spark plug for Timnath as a junior. He averaged 12.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.5 assists, and found a scoring groove late in the season. Hemme appears to be a confident shooter who can knock down the three but also gets downhill and attacks. He rebounds well for his size and has the tools to become a more complete playmaker this upcoming season. With more weapons around him this year, expect his game to open up and him to turn heads along the way as he did. He jumps into the rankings this go round.

The latest 2026 rankings update features a new wave of talent who've earned their spots by putting in the work and consistently producing. Whether they're cracking the list for the first time or climbing the ranks after standout performances, these players have proven they belong. Here are five stock risers that have caught our attention!