Wednesday Night Final Score – Northeast Arkansas

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wednesday night delivered! Marion's trip to Greene County Tech and Little Rock Central's battle at Jonesboro both featured sharp guard play, emerging underclassmen, and a handful of players who continue to trend upward as the postseason approaches. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR &amp; @VortexSportsArkansas. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marion @ Greene Co. Tech</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Top Performers:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marion - [player_tooltip player_id='2732998' first='Chandler' last='Randle'], [player_tooltip player_id='2883702' first='Jalen' last='Neal'], [player_tooltip player_id='2864940' first='Dexter' last='Higgins'], Jackson Black, [player_tooltip player_id='2965554' first='Korbin' last='Littlejohn']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2732998' first='Chandler' last='Randle']</strong> – The tone‑setter once again. Randle's ability to pressure the rim, create advantages, and defend multiple spots made him the most impactful two‑way guard on the floor. His pace and poise continue to elevate Marion's ceiling.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2883702' first='Jalen' last='Neal']</strong> – A steady, reliable scoring option who thrives as an unselfish, do-it-all wing and makes winning plays. Neal's toughness and shot selection helped Marion control the tempo early.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2864940' first='Dexter' last='Higgins']</strong> – Brought scrappiness and activity on both ends. Higgins' speed, quickness, and hustle gave Marion an advantage in transition and supplied the Patriots with stability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jackson Black</strong> – A connector piece who runs the floor, defends in space, and roams the paint well. Black showed up in all the little areas that swing momentum.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2965554' first='Korbin' last='Littlejohn']</strong> – One of the emerging guards in the region. Littlejohn's confidence as a shooter and decision‑maker continues to rise, giving Marion another perimeter threat who can stretch defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Greene Co. Tech - [player_tooltip player_id='3100500' first='Carson' last='McDaniel'], [player_tooltip player_id='2450805' first='Luke' last='Cancilla']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3100500' first='Carson' last='McDaniel']</strong> – McDaniel's stayed competitive throughout the contest. His leadership and toughness were on full display.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2450805' first='Luke' last='Cancilla']</strong> – Cancilla's guard versatility allowed him to impact the game with shooting, passing, and floor spacing. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Little Rock Central @ Jonesboro</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Top Performers:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jonesboro - [player_tooltip player_id='2373632' first='BJ' last='Knowlton'], [player_tooltip player_id='2382014' first='Lleyton' last='Weaver'], [player_tooltip player_id='2294049' first='TJ' last='Brown']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2373632' first='BJ' last='Knowlton']</strong> – One of the most productive guards in Arkansas, Knowlton set the tone with his scoring and toughness. He attacked gaps, got to the line, and made winning plays late, another strong outing in a standout senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2382014' first='Lleyton' last='Weaver']</strong> – Weaver knocked down shots, playing through back spasms, and provided the connective playmaking that keeps Jonesboro's offense flowing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2294049' first='TJ' last='Brown']</strong> – Brought energy, athleticism, and defensive pressure. Brown's ability to guard the ball, run the floor, and finish in transition gave Jonesboro a spark in key stretches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Central - [player_tooltip player_id='2434051' first='Gavyn' last='Holman'], [player_tooltip player_id='2389937' first='Tra'jhin' last='Aleem'], [player_tooltip player_id='2979205' first='Tre' last='Hope']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2434051' first='Gavyn' last='Holman']</strong> – One of the most consistent risers in the state, Holman brought his trademark physicality and motor to this matchup. He attacked the glass, defended multiple positions, and generated extra possessions that kept Central competitive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2389937' first='Tra'jhin' last='Aleem']</strong> – The #1 point guard in Arkansas' 2027 class showed exactly why he's trending upward. Aleem created looks for teammates and helped level the score early. His poise and decision‑making continue to separate him from most young guards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2979205' first='Tre' last='Hope']</strong> – A proven big‑game performer, Hope's ability to get downhill, finish through contact, and make timely plays gave Central a steady offense early on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->