Seven Players Looking to Make an Impact

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There's a good mix of returning experience and developing talent in this group. Each player brings something different to the floor, whether it's shot creation, playmaking, versatility, or simply making the right play. Here's a closer look at seven players who caught our attention heading into the season. 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='3733527' first='Rilee' last='Faulkner'] - A crafty guard/wing who can manufacture offense for himself while also creating opportunities for others. His ability to make plays off the bounce gives him value in multiple roles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3578523' first='Luke' last='Fugate'] - A steady primary ball handler and shooter who sets the table for those around him. Fugate's ability to facilitate and control the offense makes him a key piece to keep your eyes on in the backcourt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3736861' first='Rico' last='Aparico'] - Aparico took a step forward last season, putting together a breakout stretch that turned heads. He'll look to build on that momentum and carry that confidence into another strong campaign.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3552809' first='Bryce' last='Myers'] - A smart, unselfish player who impacts the game through fundamentals, decision-making, and effort. Myers doesn't always need the ball in his hands to make his presence felt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3762153' first='Rhett' last='Goodwin'] - A versatile forward with a solid inside-out skill set. Goodwin's ability to operate around the basket while also stretching his game to the perimeter gives him multiple options to impact the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3756322' first='Bentley' last='Middleton'] - Middleton showed flashes of being a big-game performer last season. The focus this year will be on turning those flashes into consistent production as his game continues to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3756039' first='Jaden' last='Bryles'] - A sophomore ready to make the jump into varsity basketball. Bryles is an intriguing young piece in the group and will be one to track as his skills adjust to the speed and physicality of the varsity level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->