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<p>PH NorCal updated the rankings for the final time in the class of 2026. Many of these prospects made a late surge to move up. Others found their true value during the season playing with consistency and making major contributions one way or the other when the team needed them most.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1703107' first='DJ' last='Armstrong']: His patience and work ethic paid off after waiting to get his proper time on the court after transferring into one of NorCal's top programs. At 6'3 he continued to build up his guard skills. He came on strong half way through the season, showing he could be productive playing different positions. Solid ball handling up top. He's hitting open mid-range jumpers mor, had strong drives, filled lanes. He's a solid body that can defend multiple positions.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1806732' first='Cole' last='Martin']: He showed signs in the Summer, but had to sit after transferring. While sitting he worked on his overall skill set, he came back stronger, conditioned, ready to contribute. He used his improved handles to go by defenders, take it strong to the rim, he knocked down mid-range jumpers with good lift, he scored inside. He's makes his presence felt on both ends of the court. Standing around 6'3 he's a rebounding guard, can defend multiple positions.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2509657' first='Sofian' last='Stringfellow']: He found his confidence early in the season. A 6'3 SG/W, put up good numbers this season. He was aggressive with the ball in hand, improved handles, had hard controlled drives to the basket, shaking off the hits, had good lift on the mid-range jumper. He's a willing ball mover, cutter, didn't pass up good looks at 3-pointers, he made his fair share. He was aggressive defending his position.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1703094' first='Damarcus' last='Cobb Jr.'] : He was a good incoming Freshman, transferred, had some adjustments to make. He's made improvement across the board coming into his Senior season. He became a better shooter from behind the 3-point line with extended range, and good shot selection. He's a solid body, handled the ball often, with improved decision making. He can get his own shot, handling the bumps on the way. In 31 games: 19.1pts, 4.4R, 5.5A, 2.3S.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3232012' first='Izaiyah' last='Romero']: Was a newcomer from Colorado, had instant impact getting things done in the early season against quality competition at the Gridley Tournament. Early on at 6'2 he worked mostly inside with using strength, balance and hops handling contact to effectively get points in the paint. Later he did show some abilities away from the basket, 15 feet out. Solid dribbles, used his body to protect the ball, while bumping his way to the basket to get tough shots off over taller defenders. A good rebounder.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2686625' first='Tyler' last='Wells']: He capitalized on his of his increased role. He's an experienced player, makes good decisions on the court. He's a ball mover, runs the court wide, always shot ready along the perimeter. He can knock down open 3's if left unattended, uses screens to free himself up, has a good release. He's an improved ball handler brought the ball up at times, had solid drive and kicks to open shooters. He gives good effort defending, often guarding stronger and taller players in the post. He battled through screens, stayed close.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2094253' first='Roy' last='Bishop']: He's working a bit under the radar, had a productive season. A tough minded prospect with good guard skills. He's a combo guard, maybe a lead guard, he can run a team while still putting points on the board. Quality handles, excellent passer. Has court vision, finds his mates regularly. Off ball he can readily get his shot off from different spots. He's a quality defender on or off ball, he'll make you work, can be disruptive to ball handlers. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1981405' first='Brian' last='Wright']: He was one of the most effective undersized post prospects in NorCal. Standing only 6'4 with a solid body, he's possesses quality foot work, combined with touch to get his points in the paint. He's got a nice hook, jump hook shot with arms extended to get his shot off over taller players. He's an excellent rebounder, and passer from different spots on the court. He did a solid job of defending in the post. He led the team in scoring and rebounds, probably a double double guy. First team all league.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2863604' first='Evan' last='Lee']: He fits the description of a shooting guard, good size at 6'4 has form, and a good release. A bit streaky but can hit from different spots, runs off screens, gets his feet set quick, plus coming down in transition. He made stride to improve his dribble drive to the basket. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2093077' first='Jasen' last='Davis']: He played a key role on this squad, played multiple positions. He helped bring the ball up at times, he set himself at the high post as a triple threat. He's a reliable 3-point shooter, has range. He's worked to add other pieces to his overall game, a dribble drive step back, on balance from mid-range, he'll come across for paint points, has the body to handle contact in the paint. 12.4pts, 5.6R.</p>
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PH NorCal updated the rankings for the final time in the class of 2026. Many of these prospects made a late surge to move up. Others found their true value during the season playing with consistency and making major contributions one way or the other when the team needed them most.
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