Friday Night Hoops in Northeast Arkansas

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a full 3-game recap from November 21, 2025 at the Central Dealerships Invitational hosted by Brookland High School, highlighting the top performers. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on&nbsp;“X“&nbsp;and&nbsp;“Instagram,”&nbsp;just tag @PrepHoops_AR &amp; @VortexSportsArkansas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(My 2-day schedule here: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DRT9mW8Dn6t/?img_index=1">https://www.instagram.com/p/DRT9mW8Dn6t/?img_index=1</a>)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Farmington Cardinals - 61 vs West Memphis Blue Devils - 36 | Final</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Game Recap</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Farmington came out firing and never looked back, using a balanced scoring attack to control the tempo. [player_tooltip player_id='2870897' first='Ethan' last='Kennedy'] (16 pts) and [player_tooltip player_id='2973723' first='Carson' last='Simpson'] (14 pts) paced the Cardinals, while [player_tooltip player_id='2637777' first='Press' last='Taylor'] added 11 points with steady guard play. [player_tooltip player_id='2021915' first='Eli' last='Schwartzman'] chipped in 9, rounding out a well-distributed offense. West Memphis struggled to find rhythm, with [player_tooltip player_id='2376590' first='Jaylon' last='Fowler'] and Kevian Mills each scoring 8. Farmington's defensive pressure proved too much, sealing a decisive win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Farmington HS – Top Performers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2870897' first='Ethan' last='Kennedy'] - 16 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2973723' first='Carson' last='Simpson'] - 14 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2021915' first='Eli' last='Schwartzman'] - 9 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2637777' first='Press' last='Taylor'] - 11 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">West Memphis HS – Top Performers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2376590' first='Jaylon' last='Fowler'] - 8 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kevian Mills - 8 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Focused Analysis</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Farmington's balanced scoring attack and defensive intensity set the tone early, keeping West Memphis on its heels throughout the contest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2973723"],"_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-69214f01ca748"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2973723' first='Carson' last='Simpson'] showed why he's a reliable scoring option for Farmington. Simpson's ability to complement [player_tooltip player_id='2870897' first='Ethan' last='Kennedy'] while still creating his own looks highlights his versatility. His combination of touch and competitive edge near the rim makes him a prospect to track as Farmington pushes deeper into the season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Greene Co. Tech Eagles - 60 vs eStem Mets - 66 | Final</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Game Recap</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This was the most competitive game of the night. Greene Co. Tech leaned heavily on [player_tooltip player_id='3100500' first='Carson' last='McDaniel'], who erupted for 28 points and kept the Eagles within striking distance. [player_tooltip player_id='2736561' first='Noah' last='Oswalt'] (11 pts) and [player_tooltip player_id='2450805' first='Luke' last='Cancilla'] (10 pts) provided support, but eStem held firm with [player_tooltip player_id='2966630' first='Holden' last='Kirk'] (19 pts) and [player_tooltip player_id='2430417' first='Riley' last='Jones'] (13 pts) leading the Mets, who executed down the stretch with clutch shooting and composure.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Greene Co. Tech HS – Top Performers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3100500' first='Carson' last='McDaniel'] - 28 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2736561' first='Noah' last='Oswalt'] - 11 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2450805' first='Luke' last='Cancilla'] - 10 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">eStem HS – Top Performers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2966630' first='Holden' last='Kirk'] - 19 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2430417' first='Riley' last='Jones'] - 13 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Focused Analysis</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McDaniel's scoring explosion kept Greene Co. Tech competitive, but eStem's depth and clutch shooting down the stretch secured the win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3100500"],"_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-69214f01ca7b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3100500' first='Carson' last='McDaniel'] put on a scoring clinic with 28 points. His footwork stood out navigating tight spaces in the lane, McDaniel consistently positioned himself to score. From beyond the arc, his three-point shooting kept defenders honest, as he heated up. Once inside, he displayed crafty finishing, using angles, body control, and touch to convert against contact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2430417"],"_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-69214f01ca807"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2430417' first='Riley' last='Jones'] continues to prove himself as a reliable floor general for eStem. His quickness allows him to break down defenses and create opportunities in both transition and half-court sets. What stood out in the win over Greene Co. Tech was his clutch play, making smart decisions and delivering timely buckets when the game tightened. His passing ability elevates the offense, consistently finding shooters and cutters with precision.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Brookland Bearcats - 61 vs Rogers-Heritage War Eagles - 31 | Final</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Game Recap</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brookland dominated after the halftime break, showcasing both offensive firepower. [player_tooltip player_id='2382012' first='Sawyer' last='Wright'] poured in 20 points, while [player_tooltip player_id='2228083' first='Lane' last='Webster'] added 16, combining for a dynamic one-two punch. Rogers-Heritage struggled to generate consistent offense, with [player_tooltip player_id='2028697' first='Skye' last='Davenport'] (16 pts) as their lone bright spot. The Bearcats' ability to push the pace allowed them to build a big lead and cruise to a comfortable win in front of their home crowd.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Brookland HS – Top Performers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2382012' first='Sawyer' last='Wright'] - 20 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2228083' first='Lane' last='Webster'] - 16 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rogers-Heritage HS – Top Performers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2028697' first='Skye' last='Davenport'] - 16 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Focused Analysis</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brookland dominated the 2nd half on both ends, with Wright and Webster leading a relentless offensive push that overwhelmed Rogers-Heritage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2382012"],"_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-69214f01ca856"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2382012' first='Sawyer' last='Wright'] delivered a standout performance in Brookland's win, finishing with 20 points and showing why he's a reliable perimeter threat. His confidence as a catch-and-shoot scorer was on display, spacing the floor, knocking down spot-up looks. Wright impressed with his unselfish ball movement, finding teammates in rhythm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->