Built for the Moment: Who’s Elevating As The Playoffs Near

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">As the regular season winds down and playoff positioning comes into sharper focus, a clear group of players has begun to separate itself. These are the guys delivering consistent production, elevating their teams when it matters most, and positioning themselves as catalysts for strong finishes and deep postseason pushes. Here are several names you should know as we approach the end of the season…</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3345582,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/PH-Kody-Calhoun-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/PH-Kody-Calhoun-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3345582" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2695043' first='Kody' last='Calhoun']</strong> (6'1/PG/'26/Pike Road)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: shiftyK3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @kodycalhoun3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Kody is a young PG who is flying under the radar but is really making strides this year as he is leading Pike Road at the lead guard position. He is an unselfish, shifty playmaker who is really good at facilitating the offense and providing scoring when opportunities present themselves. He has a mature floor game, and his experience is clearly seen throughout his play as a floor general on both ends of the floor. Whether leading the break, setting up teammates, or taking over the game when needed, he is the ultimate lead guard who serves as the mind, the motor, and the momentum of his squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3345590,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/PH-Cody-Coachman-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/PH-Cody-Coachman-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3345590" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2729430' first='Cody' last='Coachman']</strong> (6'1/SG/'27/Gardendale)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: I_am_codycoachman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @codycoachman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Cody is a backcourt talent who is flying under the radar, but is providing consistent production for the Rockets this year. He is a multi-level scorer, with range from behind the arc, and has the ability to stretch the defense and change games with his shooting. He consistently draws defensive attention beyond the arc and is capable of igniting scoring runs with microwave-like spurts. Cody is a player who can help the Rockets pull out some wins late in the season with his scoring ability, and is a player to definitely keep an eye on going down the stretch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3345604,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/PH-KeErin-Ross-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/PH-KeErin-Ross-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3345604" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Ke'Erin Ross</strong> (6'1/CG/'26/Montevallo)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: Mte.three</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @Mte.three</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Ke'Erin is a talented guard who has shown his scoring prowess throughout the season. He is a shot maker who understands how to get his shot off from multiple levels on the floor. He is a shifty guard with burst in the open floor and a quick first step, and defenders have had a difficult time containing him this year. He is really crafty with the dribble and has really good footwork. He shows a good ability to shake defenders and get free for jumpers or get to the cup. His scoring prowess will be key as Montevallo looks to make noise in the playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3173528,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/PH-Kinley-Simmons-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/PH-Kinley-Simmons-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3173528" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2314059' first='Kinley' last='Simmons']</strong> (6'0/SG/'26/Murphy)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @goatkinly3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Kinley has quietly emerged as one of the top three-point shooters in the state over the years, and he is having a productive senior year helping Murphy position themselves for a strong regular season ending and a hopeful deep run into the playoffs. Kinley is a sharpshooter who must be accounted for when he passes half-court. He has a quick release, and when he gets it going, he can score in bunches. He has a mature floor game and, despite being known for his ability to score from behind the arc, has shown versatility in his scoring arsenal.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2638168,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/PH-Quay-Lynch-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/PH-Quay-Lynch-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2638168" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1958557' first='Quay' last='Lynch']</strong> (5'8/CG/'26/Pinson Valley HS)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: Rockout__quay</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @Quay_Lynch2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">In one of the most inspiring stories of the year, [player_tooltip player_id='1958557' first='Quay' last='Lynch'], who was in a really bad accident earlier this school year, and many thought his senior season was over, has returned to the Indians' lineup and has been a spark for the Indians as the playoffs loom in the distance. You can tell he is not 100%, but he is showing his ability to impact winning with his basketball IQ and experience, while still being able to knock down the three. There is a lot of energy surrounding the Indians' program with Quay's return, and it will be interesting to see if they can ride the wave to a deep playoff run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3345606,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/PH-Terance-Collins-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/PH-Terance-Collins-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3345606" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Terance Collins</strong> (6'2/CG/'28/Stanhope Elmore)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Terrance has come back from a major injury and is providing scoring production for Stanhope, and has had several games where he has gone for 30 or more. He is a potent scorer who has really good shot-making abilities. He plays on and off the ball and brings production in both spots. He can score off the bounce, thrive in isolation, and knock down difficult attempts under pressure. He is a young and talented backcourt prospect who will have Stanhope competing going down the stretch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->