10 Players to Put Your Eyes On

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The early part of a season is about identifying names and figuring out which players deserve a closer look. Some of these players have already shown flashes in previous seasons or on the summer circuit, while others are newer names we're still learning. Rather than force an evaluation before we've seen enough, this group represents players worth tracking as the season develops. 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='3697892' first='Brayden' last='Haney'] heads into another season at Dardanelle as a 2027 lead guard. He's a name we'll be watching closely as the season gets underway and we get a better feel for his role as the head of the snake and his impact on winning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2791833' first='Quincy' last='Perry Jr.'] is the senior point guard at EPC. Perry is another 2027 player we're looking to get more eyes on as the season progresses and his role in the backcourt becomes clearer after moving back to EPC with new staff.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2416959' first='Clinton' last='Harris'] brings another 2027 backcourt name to the radar at Southwest HS. On the perimeter, Harris will have an opportunity to establish himself as a key piece and show what he can bring to the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3415813' first='Jazarion' last='Brewster'] is a senior wing from Nettleton who lands on the radar heading into the season. He's another player we're looking forward to evaluating more closely as his glue guy tendencies round out, the season gives us a larger sample of his game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3536423' first='Braxton' last='Schuckman'] is another growing player who has begun to generate some attention through the summer and offseason. The 2028 Rogers prospect has shown energy and activity on the summer circuit, giving us a reason to keep an eye on his development moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3574856' first='Tyson' last='Hagood'] is a 2028 shooting guard from GCT who deserves eyes on him heading into the season. We're looking forward to getting a better look at his game as a shooter and playmaker and seeing how his defense develops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3557508' first='Wyatt' last='Parker'] gives Lake Hamilton a young point guard to follow. As a 2028 prospect, his development as a floor general and his ability to handle the pressure and pace of varsity basketball will be worth paying attention to.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2765448' first='Landon' last='Odom'] is a 2028 forward who makes the list as another young frontcourt name to know for Sheridan. His offensive development and ability to impact the game around the basket will be something to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2885471' first='Josiah' last='Shirlee'] is one of the younger names on the list, entering the 2029 class at Joe T. Robinson. At his size and position, there is plenty to learn about how his two-way game continues to translate as he takes on more varsity responsibility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2766766' first='Gage' last='Bengston'] is a key Sacred Heart young guard to track. A 2029 prospect, Bengston has already shown an ability to contribute, and continued development should give us a better picture of his long-term potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->