Player Rankings Update: 2026 New Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Use code SandyHoops25 to save on registration for the </em></strong><a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/1619/register/the-expo-georgia"><strong><em>Expo – October 12</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2961141"],"_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-68d31f4fc404c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At 6-foot-5, [player_tooltip player_id='2961141' first='Sky' last='Rutherford'] brings size and versatility to the backcourt. The long, bouncy guard operates at his own pace, using changes of speed and a crafty handle to spin through defenses. At times the dribble can get loose, but his playmaking gives Haralson a chance in every game. Rutherford plays above the rim when looking to score and has the defensive chops to check 1-5, disrupting both on the perimeter and in the post</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2900400"],"_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-68d31f4fc40ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A marksman from deep, [player_tooltip player_id='2900400' first='Ryan' last='McCord'] buried 80 threes at a sizzling 46% clip while averaging 13.1 points. The well-built guard adds 3.8 rebounds per game and is more than just a shooter, though his ability to stretch the floor has already turned D-III programs into fans.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2575570"],"_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-68d31f4fc418e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A strong, athletic guard with bounce, [player_tooltip player_id='2575570' first='Mason' last='McMillan'] is a downhill threat who thrives in space. He has the strength to get to the rim but complements it with reliable catch-and-shoot ability from beyond the arc, spacing the floor effectively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2575563"],"_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-68d31f4fc4218"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The St. Francis transfer has quickly fit in. [player_tooltip player_id='2575563' first='Justin' last='Cunningham'] is a pass-first point guard with a great feel for the game. He makes teammates better with sharp vision, quick hands on defense, and a nonstop motor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2900396"],"_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-68d31f4fc42a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2900396' first='Kennedy' last='Union'] is a bulldog in the backcourt. The compact guard defends with grit, pressures the ball, and gets into the paint to create open looks. He's a confident mid-range pull-up threat and thrives in pressing situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->