6A: Reynolds Raiders – 2025-26 Season Preview

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the high school season approaches, rosters are being released and I'm going to be previewing each team from the 6A and 5A levels. I'll go over each team's key players going into this coming season, list the returners/newcomers, and key departures. Here is the preview of the Reynolds Raiders (6A) of the Mt Hood Conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Head Coach: Terrance Dickens (6th Season at RHS, 18-92 Record)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last Season's Record: 4-20</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Players</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1671255"],"_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-69256aef644c9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Szabatin continues to develop as a versatile post presence each time we've seen him play. The 6-foot-7 forward capably hit the boards, getting putbacks on the offensive end and getting the break started on the defensive end with his outlet passes. The Reynolds senior flashed some nice interior passing getting the ball to teammates cutting to the hoop. (JT)<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2539779"],"_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-69256aef64523"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We only saw Jae'Lyn for a limited time, but he did impress with his ability to shoot the ball. As a 6-foot shooting guard, Smith showcased his range and confidence to pull up from far behind the 3-point line. He handled the ball with control, keeping the offense steady and at his pace. He was particularly effective in the mid-range, where he showed confidence as a scorer. (AG &amp; RM)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2888697"],"_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-69256aef64569"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smith is a shifty guard who shows some real potential on both ends of the floor. Can really burst around the floor, in and out of gaps, and changes direction especially well on his attacks, playing off two and allowing himself the option to go any direction. Was also able to apply pressure on the ball and use his length to disrupt rhythm. Ranked #1 in Oregon's Class of 2029, Smith lived up to the hype. The incoming Reynolds freshman can score at all three levels, is a good athlete, and plays unselfishly. Paired with Ainsworth, he formed one of the showcase's top duos, showing excellent awareness cutting to open lanes and finishing strong at the rim. (RM &amp; AG)<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Returners</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Josiah Jenkins (Class of 2027)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Newcomers</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2910108' first='Mason' last='Gray'] (Class of 2029)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Caiden Jewett (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carsyn Sisco (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Trint Washington Jr (Class of 2028)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kaden King (Class of 2027)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2888697' first='Jordan' last='Smith'] (Class of 2029)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kamani Taukolo (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Avery Turney (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Departures</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Aaron Chao (Graduated)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->