2026 Rankings Shake-Up: New Additions Pt. 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, I feature 5 more prospects who have earned spots in the updated 2026 rankings. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1633205"],"_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-692f8b49042a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1633205' first='Drake' last='Afe Passion'] is a dynamic small forward who can score in bunches if you let him get going. He uses his size, footwork, and IQ to maneuver his way to the cup. Or he can drop in pull-up jumpers. Afe Passion is also capable of making plays on defense when he utilizes his length. Look for him in a Clark uniform this year, as he is no longer at Paragon Academy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3140678"],"_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-692f8b490433d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3140678' first='Jace' last='Carter'] makes his way into the latest 2026 rankings, coming in at #71. He impressed throughout the fall with his athleticism, consistently going up to high-point rebounds on both ends of the court. On offense, he also uses his leaping ability to throw down monster dunks. Expect him to see the floor quite a bit with the Sierra Vista Mountain Lions this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3140702"],"_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-692f8b49043b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3140702' first='Isaiah' last='Mutoya'] (pictured) is the type of player who likes to leak out in transition, using his finishing ability to hit tough shots around the rim. He can also knock down triples when left open. On defense, he consistently hustles and can come up with both steals and blocks for his team. Although he was at Western last year, he's now over at Mountain Valley Prep.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3140695"],"_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-692f8b490442f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Green Valley guard, [player_tooltip player_id='3140695' first='Michael' last='Jantson'] has cracked the latest rankings update thanks to his high effort play on both offense and defense. On offense, he has some burst to him which helps him slash into the paint. On defense, he can utilize his speed to get into passing lanes. Overall, he's pretty athletic and he should be able to make a positive impact for the Gators this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3141055"],"_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-692f8b490449c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3141055' first='Qe'Yon' last='Richard'] laces them up with the Rancho Rams, and he'll be one of their featured guards this season. He has solid attacking ability and can get downhill when he finds a lane. On the other end of the court, his quickness and length allow him to cause turnovers and make deflections. While I haven't seen a ton of him yet, he certainly has the potential to be a stock riser in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->