Rankings Update: 2026 Shooting Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Next up in our rankings coverage for the <em>Class of 2026</em> is a <em>positional breakdown</em> for the <em>shooting guards</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In all, 38 <em>Shooting Guards</em> appeared in our rankings update, including the top ranked <em>shooting guard</em>, <em>CATS Academy's</em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2341352' first='Jaxson' last='Terry']</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2026","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"77248","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"77239","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-695711e16b15e"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are five <em>shooting guards</em> of note from the latest rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341299"],"_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-6956e7d51f335"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chess, out of the <em>St. George's School</em> in Rhode Island, checks in at <strong><em>#4</em></strong> among the <em>shooting guards</em> and <strong><em>#16</em></strong> overall. Chess has started the season strong, proving why he's considered one of the region's top scorers. He's developed into a well-rounded scorer, capable of getting it done at all three levels with his athleticism, power, skill, or touch. He's comfortable handling the ball against pressure and makes good decisions as a facilitator. Defensively, he uses his frame to his advantage as a rebounder and on-ball defender. He'll continue playing next year at <strong><em>Marist</em></strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1384646"],"_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-6956e7d51f3d1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harris, out of the <em>MacDuffie School</em> in Massachusetts, checks in at <strong><em>#5</em></strong> among the <em>shooting guards</em> and <strong><em>#19</em></strong> overall. Harris has improved his recruiting stock as much as any prospect in New England since the start of the season. The 6'6" guard has great positional size and length and has proven to be an above the rim athlete on both ends of the floor. He does a great job of using the dribble to create space and knows how to get his jumper off even when closely guarded. On the other end of the floor, his playmaking in passing lanes and when protecting the rim stands out. He's a surefire Division I prospect at this point.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2696745"],"_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-6956e7d51f45d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brigham, out of <em>Pope Francis High School</em> in Massachusetts, checks in at <strong><em>#23</em></strong> among the <em>shooting guards</em> and <strong><em>#114</em></strong> overall. Brigham was highlighted earlier this week as one of the MIAA's best and it's easy to see why. The big guard can operate as a primary ball-handler or off-ball scorer, showing a good feel for playing at different speeds with the ball in his hands. He's a tough shot maker in the mid-range and does a nice job of finishing in a variety of ways around the rim. His combination of positional size and basketball IQ allows him to guard any spot on the perimeter. He's a scholarship level prospect that could also shine at the Division III level if he chooses that route.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1671307"],"_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-6956e7d51f4cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dudley, out of the <em>Dexter Southfield School</em> in Massachusetts, checks in at <em><strong>#29</strong></em> among the <em>shooting guards</em> and <strong><em>#132</em></strong> overall. Dudley has good size on the perimeter, shows an understanding of how to play within the flow of an offense, and utilizes a versatile skillset on both ends of the floor. The 6'4" guard is a consistent shooter from behind the arc, but has impressed with his ability to make plays off the bounce this season. Defensively, he's a solid rebounder for his position and is capable of guarding three positions. He will continue his academic and athletic careers at <em><strong>Babson</strong></em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2547044"],"_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-6956e7d51f52c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Paquette, out of the <em>Holderness School</em> in New Hampshire, checks in at <strong><em>#32</em></strong> among the <em>shooting guards</em> and <strong><em>#145</em></strong> overall. Paquette is a big guard that does a nice job of playing at his own speed, uses jab steps and shot fakes to his advantage, and shows the ability to use his frame to his advantage as a driver. He finishes with strength around the rim and shows the ability to consistently make shots in the mid-range and from behind the arc. He'd make an impact from Day 1 at the Division III level and should have plenty of options to choose from come the spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out this week as we continue with our <em>positional breakdowns</em> for the <em>Class of 2026</em>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->