2026 Rankings Update: Top Newcomers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026 rankings update is here with over 300 prospects being ranked. Every new update is full of newcomers and this update is no different. Here are the top newcomers from the 2026 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3532533' first='Nate' last='Zanetich'], 6'7 PF Eastern</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zanetich is the top rated newcomer in the update after a strong senior season for the Vikings. The TCNJ commit uses his strong frame to get position down low and has a nice touch around the rim. Zanetich can also put the ball on the floor and has a his release on his free throws. He rips for rebounds on both ends of the floor and holds his ground on the defensive end. Zanetich is a physical forward prospect who is looking to carry over his strong interior play onto the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3544413' first='Jerome' last='Ford'], 6'5 PF Timber Creek</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ford had a big senior season for the Chargers as he held down the interior throughout the course of the season. The Rowan commit has a solid face-up game as he can get to the rim off the bounce and finishes strong around the rim. Ford moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open layups in the half court. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and influences shots on the defensive end. Ford is a gritty forward prospect who is looking to make an immediate impact with his ability to control the paint at both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3540447' first='Cody' last='Webster'], 5'11 CG DePaul Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Webster had a breakout season for the Spartans as he poured in nearly 600 points. The 5'11 guard has a clean release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Webster is more than just a shooter as he uses his handle to blow by his defender and can finish in a variety of ways around the rim. He can also play off the ball and uses his quick hands to get deflections on the defensive end. Webster is a shifty guard prospect who had three 30-point games this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Terence "TJ" Collier Jr, 6'5 SF/PF Kingsway</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Collier Jr put his versatility on display for the Dragons as he led in points, rebounds and steals. The Arcadia commit finished strong above the rim and was able to draw contact in the paint. Collier Jr did more than just slash as he showed a high release on his jumper and made opponents pay for giving him space behind the arc. He skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor and has the ability to defend multiple positions on the floor. Collier Jr.'s versatility is something that will help him get playing time early in his collegiate career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3544197' first='Johnny' last='Chamane'], 5'10 PG Lyndhurst</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chamane was on a tear throughout the season as he put up 720 points on the season. The 5'11 guard has a smooth shooting stroke and can knock down triples in bunches. Chamane moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open jumpers and layups in the half court. He threads passes to his teammates in the half court and pushes the pace well in transition. Chamane made plays for the Golden Bears throughout the season as he had 11 games with 20 points and five assists throughout the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Know:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3300833' first='Ilijah' last='Adams'], 5'9 PG Newark Tech</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3544246' first='Jordan' last='Gonzalez'], 6'5 SG/SF Holy Spirit</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2440538' first='Axel' last='Mohr'], 6'3 SF Haddon Township</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3544035' first='Jason' last='Livingstone'], 6'6 PF Westampton Tech</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3273627' first='Devin' last='Thomas'], 6'2 SG/SF Plainfield</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->