One Name to Know for 2026-2030 Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arkansas basketball is full of talent across every class. Here's one player from each grad year making noise and drawing attention. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR &amp; @VortexSportsArkansas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sebastian Robbins | ICC - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Why he's a name to know: Robbins' sheer size makes him one of the most intriguing prospects in Arkansas. At 7 feet, he alters the game defensively with rim protection and rebounding presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Projection: With continued development in mobility and offensive polish, Robbins could evolve into a dominant interior force in a long-term situation to be one of the top big men in his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2473516' first='Peyton' last='Strickland'] | Monticello - 2027</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Why he's a name to know: Jones' quickness and playmaking instincts separate him from his peers. He thrives in transition, reads defenders, and has shown flashes of scoring confidence. Jaydin is also a good perimeter defender who has great lateral movement.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Projection: With added ball-handling and outside shooting, Jones could evolve into a dynamic lead guard who dictates tempo and scoring</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2820904' first='Jaylen' last='Heard'] | Jonesboro - 2028</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Why he's a name to know: Heard's size and versatility give him a unique upside. He's shown rebounding instincts, defensive versatility, and flashes of a developing inside-out offensive game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Projection: Continued growth in his perimeter skills could make him a true three-level threat and a matchup problem at the wing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2959792' first='Kemarion' last='Jones'] | Little Rock Southwest - 2029</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Why he's a name to know: Jones brings energy and toughness to the floor, often outworking opponents with his motor. His ability to impact the glass and finish inside has earned him early recognition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Projection: If he expands his perimeter skill set, he could transition into a versatile forward with long-term upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2964040' first='David' last='Foster'] | Mills - 2030</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Why he's a name to know: Foster is already showing coachable tools for his age: strength and toughness with the ball, defensive energy, and a willingness to compete against older and/or bigger players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Projection: His size and motor make him a prospect to track closely as he grows into varsity minutes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->