2026 Players Poised to Ascend In the Rankings

These players might not be household names but with the growth, effort and flashes they've shown expect them to climb the rankings. As the season heats up, these under the radar talents are the ones you'll be hearing about. They are the type of players who can change games, turn heads and shake up the rankings.    Vigil is a player Brighton should be excited about heading into the season. He's an active, high motor player who's constantly on the move with purpose always creating something positive for his team. He goes after rebounds with intent, securing extra possessions and getting his team out and running. His outlet passes are on point, sparking fast breaks and turning defense into instant offense. Once he's in transition he runs the floor hard, beating defenders to spots and putting pressure on the defense. Vigil's energy is contagious, his effort is nonstop and he has all the tools to become an impact player this year     Dunn is set to be a real spark for Broomfield this season, a player who instantly lifts the energy the moment he hits the floor. He attacks the boards with aggression, battling for rebounds on both ends and creating extra possessions that swing momentum. Offensively he has a knack for slipping into openings and finishing plays around the rim, staying composed and efficient in traffic. Dunn doesn't need the ball in his hands to make an impact as he just outworks people, keeps plays alive and finds ways to produce in the toughest moments. With his motor, toughness and ability to capitalize on second chance opportunities, expect Dunn to become a reliable and important role shifter this year     Romero is the engine that keeps Westminster's offense humming, and this season he's poised to take that role to another level. Running the point he controls the tempo with confidence and keeps defenders guessing every trip down the floor. His ability to drive and finish makes him a constant threat in the paint, and once he gets downhill, it's tough for anyone to stay in front of him. Add to that his court vision that lets him thread passes and find open shooters in the corner. If defenders sag off he'll make them pay from deep without hesitation with great accuracy. Romero is dynamic, fearless and will be one that's tough to guard this year     Dupree is going to be a key piece for Chaparral this season bringing energy and consistency every needs. He's always working to get open, using smart movement and timing to free himself and give his teammates easy targets. With his hands always ready, he turns good passes into great finishes, scoring from all levels on the court. What really sets Dupree apart is how tough he plays. He brings a high motor every possession, never takes plays off and battles on both ends of the floor. Expect him to be a dependable impact player the type who does all the little things that lead to wins     Mock is poised to be a major force for Timnath this season, and his impact should be felt all over the floor. With his length and size, he naturally controls the paint, making life tough for anyone who tries to challenge him down low. He's active on the boards, securing rebounds on both ends and creating second chance opportunities for his team. Offensively he's grown into a shooter who can step out and knock down the jumper, keeping defenses honest and forcing defenders to make tough choices. On the block he's strong, tough to move and smart with his positioning. Timnath will rely on Mock to be a steady, versatile force all season long

These players might not be household names but with the growth, effort and flashes they've shown expect them to climb the rankings. As the season heats up, these under the radar talents are the ones you'll be hearing about. They are the type of players who can change games, turn heads and shake up the rankings.