2026 Upcoming Basketball Stars in District: Coaches Take Note

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The rankings are out but the season is just starting to get underway as District begins. Now is the time of the season where college coaches are really taking a look at players and locking in on their recruiting efforts. Here are some players that could make an impact and shift some priorities on the scouting landscape. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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-6971449e1b6a9"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2811236"],"_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-6971449e1b74f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">James is having another breakout season and has expanded his game showing his IQ by leading his team in assists, steals and is second in scoring and rebounding. On top of his ability to score the ball, he is a leader and does what is required to win. He has earned an offer to play at the next level because his winning mentality and ability to just flat out do it all. Coaches looking for a culture kid that will step in and do what is required for TEAM success need to stop in Port Allen and give James a serious look. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/table-import {"name":"acf/table-import","data":{"import_file":"","_import_file":"field_637be8ff37223"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6971449e1ba50"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2415329"],"_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-6971449e1bad3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lyons has not seen a lot of minutes since the move to ASH, but the skill remains. He has all of the skills and tools along with a winning mentality to play at the next level. Every opportunity Lyons is given; he capitalizes by making the plays. He is a three-level scorer with college size and athleticism. Do not be surprised if he grabs meaningful minutes heading into District and makes some big plays. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1680585"],"_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-6971449e1bb53"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Taylor is a key piece for Wossman this season and one of the reasons for the stellar season. Taylor is an energy player and the type of player that every team needs to be successful. He is active on both sides of the ball, a high level defender and a trusted finisher in the open court and in tight spaces on the offiensive side of the ball. He is one of those hard-working players that coaches just love to be around. Keep an eye on Taylor heading into District play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2953929"],"_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-6971449e1bbd0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams is having an impressive season and much like the summer he is shooting the ball at a high clip from distance. Williams is a hardnosed player and his hard work is showing on the court. He is a physical and active defender that will frustrate the opposition and jump the passing lanes for steals. He is definitely an under rated Louisiana talent with potential for next level opportunities. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2400598"],"_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-6971449e1bc4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stafford is a sleeper in the deep 2026 class and after watching a few times this season, you can see that he is an important piece to Red River. In tense moments the ball can end up with him to settle things down, but also when a shot is needed, he is there for the same results. He is an equally aggressive player on both sides of the ball, and he is a culture player that just does the little things at a high level. Watch out for Stafford heading into District play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->