Updated Class of 2026 Rankings – Top Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The pre-season update of the Class of 2026 rankings is complete and with the start of the 2025-26 season coming up in just under two months, here's a look at some of the top players making their debut.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2677046"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":2989609,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-68faa978026bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A transfer from Bear Creek in the Seattle area, Branch projects to be an instant impact performer at Summit. The 6-foot-3 guard is an extremely efficient offensive player, one who knows how to get to his spots and get open either from moving without the ball for catch-and-shoot opportunities or using the dribble to create space for himself. A high-academic, D-III recruit, Branch shows that same IQ and knowledge of the game on the court as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2899024"],"_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-68faa97802733"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A transfer from Millenium High School in Arizona, McCrae returns to Oregon having started his high school career at Grant. The senior joined Tualatin during the month of June and was an impact player, using his blend of physical size at 6-foot-4 and perimeter skills to do damage offensively. He's capable of scoring at all three levels and has the versatility to play and defend multiple positions for the Timberwolves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2887447"],"_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-68faa97802789"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Marcoe played on varsity at Clackamas last year and really showed signs of improvement this off-season. He's well-built at 6-foot-5, athletic, and has the toughness to score and rebound inside while also possessing a face-up jumper out past three-point range. He'll play multiple positions and do a little bit of everything this season for the Cavs as they chase a state tournament appearance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2949701"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3027183,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-68faa978027ef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Edwards caught our attention late last season with his 6-foot-5 frame and ability to finish at the rim. The Canby senior is a good athlete who can really run the floor and score in transition, but also play both in the paint and out on the perimeter in halfcourt sets. He'll be a jack-of-all-trades kind of player for the Cougars this upcoming year in their quest for a 5A title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2892589"],"_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-68faa97802843"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A dominant player at the 2A level as a junior, Mitchell proved he was more than just a small school star that put up numbers because he's 6-foot-8. The senior appeared at a number of college camps and showcases and fared well, showing solid fundamentals in the post, the ability to run the floor, and a good touch on his shot from the mid-range on in. He's already garnered a number of D-III roster spot offers and more possibilities could come after a big senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2880548"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3027184,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-68faa978028a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The third Satterthwaite brother to come through the David Douglas program, Jackson projects to have a big senior season as one of the Scots top returnees. Similar to older brother Lincoln, the 6-foot-5 swingman is a bit of a late bloomer who may still be physically developing, but has a solid perimeter game and ball skills with the ability to finish at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->