Eight Underrated Seniors Who Bring College‑Ready Tools

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the regular season tightens and college staffs lock in on final evaluations, a handful of Arkansas seniors continue to separate themselves. From plug‑and‑play guards to versatile wings and high‑motor athletes, this group has proven they're built for early minutes and ready to impact winning beyond high school. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR &amp; @VortexSportsArkansas. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2906207' first='Trey' last='Rhodes']<br><strong>1. College‑Frame &amp; Physicality</strong> – Already built like a wing at the next level, absorbs contact, and finishes. <br><strong>2. Multi‑Level Scoring</strong> – Can score at all three levels with confidence, especially off the bounce. <br><strong>3. Defensive Versatility</strong> – Guards 1–4 and competes on switches, giving him early‑minutes upside.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2731304' first='Drake' last='Tidwell']<br><strong>1. Shot‑Making Ability</strong> – Smart, mature feel, plug‑and‑play floor spacer. <br><strong>2. High IQ Decision‑Making</strong> – Rarely forces the issue... understands pace, spacing, and reads. <br><strong>3. On‑Ball Defense</strong> – He stays square and anticipates actions. His discipline allows him to guard without fouling, navigate screens, and take away driving angles.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2885860' first='Marshall' last='Walls']<br><strong>1. Toughness &amp; Motor</strong> – Plays with a competitive edge that coaches trust right away.<br><strong>2. On‑Ball Defense</strong> – Strong lateral quickness and discipline make him a reliable perimeter stopper. <br><strong>3. Slashing Ability</strong> – Gets downhill with purpose and finishes through contact.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2861223' first='Javarious' last='Russell']<br><strong>1. Elite Athleticism</strong> – Strong first step that translates to the college level, intensity on both ends with speed and toughness<br><strong>2. Transition Scoring</strong> – A natural open‑floor weapon who creates easy points. <br><strong>3. Defensive Disruption</strong> – Length + activity = steals, deflections, and chaos.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2994303' first='Xavier' last='Bazzelle']<br><strong>1. Shot Creation</strong> – Can create his own look against pressure, college‑ready handle. <br><strong>2. Playmaking Vision</strong> – Reads help defenders well and finds shooters and rollers. <br><strong>3. Scoring Versatility</strong> – Mid‑range, pull‑ups, and catch‑and‑shoot threes all in the bag.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2376832' first='Cole' last='McGarrah']<br><strong>1. Floor Spacing</strong> – One of the most reliable shooters in the class, with immediate value as a specialist. <br><strong>2. Positional Strength</strong> – Strong frame allows him to defend the wing and block and hold his own physically. <br><strong>3. Off‑Ball IQ</strong> – Cuts, relocates, and understands how to play within structure.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2281610' first='Justice' last='Moore']<br><strong>1. Playmaking Under Pressure</strong> – Moore reads help defenders well and makes simple, winning passes. He gets downhill, forces rotations, and finds the open man.<br><strong>2. Quickness &amp; Agility</strong> – Moore's blend of speed and body control gives him value in up-tempo systems.<br><strong>3. Inside‑Out Scoring</strong> – Can score in the mid-range or step out and hit perimeter shots consistently.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2021931' first='Isaiah' last='Robinson']<br><strong>1. Leadership Presence</strong> – Robinson communicates coverages, organizes teammates, and competes with a level of accountability that translates to a college locker room.<br><strong>2. Rim Pressure</strong> – Gets downhill and forces rotations; creates fouls and paint touches.<br><strong>3. Upside Shooting</strong> – Improving perimeter shot gives him a scalable offensive ceiling.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->