Arkansas Underclassmen Trending Upward

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kids playing with pace, toughness, and confidence is where it all starts. These hopeful prospects are attacking gaps, defending with purpose, and showing real growth every time they hit the floor. Keep an eye on these guys as they continue to grow and show. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR &amp; @VortexSportsArkansas. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3042160' first='Josiah' last='Achan'] - Achan continues to flash as an athletic 1/2 guard who can pressure defenses with his burst and length. He gets downhill, finishes well, and shows the versatility to toggle between creating and scoring. As his reads sharpen, his big play upside becomes even more apparent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2849217' first='Izaiah' last='Walton'] - Walton is an emerging left‑handed 2‑guard who's steadily building confidence. He plays with a smooth lefty rhythm, finds pockets to score, and is learning how to assert himself within the flow of the game. The more comfortable he gets, the more his shot‑making flashes stand out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2934740' first='Andrew' last='Dixon'] - Dixon brings value as an inside‑out forward who's expanding his toolbox and physical presence. He can finish around the rim, step out to hit shots, and operate from the mid‑post with improving comfort. His size, touch, and developing versatility give him a modern forward trajectory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2773480' first='Auden' last='Perkins'] - Perkins is a strong, tough, attacking young guard who plays with real edge. He embraces contact, competes on every possession, and changes the tempo with his motor. With his defense setting the tone and his handle and pace coming along, his physicality gives him a game that carries anywhere.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Daniel Hurst Jr. - Hurst is a young guard still figuring out speed and pace, but the early tools are there. He shows flashes of control, is learning how to read defenses, and is beginning to understand when to attack versus when to settle the offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->