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Seniors Set the Stage After Statement Summers

Seniors Set the Stage After Statement Summers
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Victor Scott
Victor Scott July 28, 2025 @ 12:19 PM
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Jayden Slaughter
Jayden Slaughter 6'6" | CG/SF | 2026
AR
Landon Price
Landon Price 6'4" | SF | 2026
AR
Derrick Hudson
Derrick Hudson 6'7" | PF | 2026
AR
RJ Young
RJ Young 6'3" | SF | 2026
AR
Ayden Hansberry
Ayden Hansberry 6'2" | PG | 2026
AR
Jacob Lanier
Jacob Lanier 6'6" | CG | 2026
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the high school season looms, Arkansas's class of 2026 prospects step into their senior campaigns with sharpened tools and heightened confidence after standout showings on the summer circuit. College coaches have taken note, as these seniors prepare to lead their squads one final time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2021873"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6887b12eb9194"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lanier brings a hybrid skill set with combo guard instincts and wing versatility. He excels in space, showing ability to initiate offense or score from the perimeter. With solid positional size and fluid movement, he's a multi-level threat capable of sliding between roles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 takeaways from their most recent game evals:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Positional interchangeability (1-3)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Off-the-dribble shot creation</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>High motor and smart with or without the ball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2021901"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6887b12eb91f3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hudson operates as a modern face-up four with stretch potential and interior toughness. His frame is college-ready, and he blends soft touch from mid-range with rebounding instincts that control the glass. Improving lateral quickness makes him a scheme-flexible piece.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 takeaways from their most recent game evals:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Frontcourt versatility</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Floor-spacing upside</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Physical tools and rebounding tenacity</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2021891"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6887b12eb923f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Young is an athletic finisher with good positional length and emerging perimeter game. His bounce and timing help him thrive on cuts and putbacks, and he's developing as a spot-up shooter. Defensively, he offers solid help-side awareness and effort.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 takeaways from their most recent game evals:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Athletic frame with transition scoring juice</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Developing offensive IQ and shot selection</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Energy and timing on defense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2382371"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6887b12eb9287"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Slaughter's strength and slashing ability make him a formidable matchup in transition and halfcourt settings. He thrives attacking closeouts, finishing through contact, and defending multiple spots. His development as a secondary ball-handler adds recruitment appeal.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 takeaways from their most recent game evals:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Transition finisher with explosiveness</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Size, speed, and physicality on both ends</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Expanding guard traits and shooting skills</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2289964"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6887b12eb92d0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Price profiles as a two-way wing with spot-up range and defensive upside. He competes hard on the boards, rotates well defensively, and shows flashes as a cutter and transition scorer. His frame and willingness to do the dirty work make him a glue-guy prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 takeaways from their most recent game evals:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wing-sized rebounder and rim-runner</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Catch-and-shoot efficiency</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensive versatility in team schemes</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2021884"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6887b12eb9318"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hansberry is a quick-twitch lead guard with advanced tempo control and vision. He navigates tight windows with sharp passing and changes speeds to shake defenders. His defensive engagement and ball-screen usage project well for structured systems.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 takeaways from their most recent game evals:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Floor general with strong playmaking instincts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Perimeter scoring threat</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Effective in ball-screen actions</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

As the high school season looms, Arkansas's class of 2026 prospects step into their senior campaigns with sharpened tools and heightened confidence after standout showings on the summer circuit. College coaches have taken note, as these seniors prepare to lead their squads one final time.

Jacob Lanier

Jacob Lanier

AR
CG
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Jacob
Lanier CG
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
HS
Parkview
|
AR
Seniors Set the Stage After Statement Summers
Lanier brings a hybrid skill set with combo guard instincts and wing versatility. He excels in space, showing...
Written by Victor Scott
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School: Parkview
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Derrick Hudson

Derrick Hudson

AR
PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Derrick
Hudson PF
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
HS
Fayetteville
|
AR
Seniors Set the Stage After Statement Summers
Hudson operates as a modern face-up four with stretch potential and interior toughness. His frame is college-ready, and...
Written by Victor Scott
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Derrick Hudson

State: Arkansas
School: Fayetteville
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RJ Young

RJ Young

AR
SF
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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RJ
Young SF
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
HS
Bryant
|
AR
Seniors Set the Stage After Statement Summers
Young is an athletic finisher with good positional length and emerging perimeter game. His bounce and timing help...
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RJ Young

State: Arkansas
School: Bryant
Club: Arkansas Hawks
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Jayden Slaughter

Jayden Slaughter

AR
CG/SF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS CG/SF
CLASS 2026
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Jayden
Slaughter CG/SF
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
HS
Parkview
|
AR
Seniors Set the Stage After Statement Summers
Slaughter’s strength and slashing ability make him a formidable matchup in transition and halfcourt settings. He thrives attacking...
Written by Victor Scott
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Jayden Slaughter

State: Arkansas
School: Parkview
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Landon Price

Landon Price

AR
SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Landon
Price SF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Bentonville West
|
AR
Seniors Set the Stage After Statement Summers
Price profiles as a two-way wing with spot-up range and defensive upside. He competes hard on the boards,...
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Landon Price

State: Arkansas
School: Bentonville West
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Ayden Hansberry

Ayden Hansberry

AR
PG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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Ayden
Hansberry PG
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
HS
Little Rock Parkview
|
AR
Seniors Set the Stage After Statement Summers
Hansberry is a quick-twitch lead guard with advanced tempo control and vision. He navigates tight windows with sharp...
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Ayden Hansberry

State: Arkansas
School: Little Rock Parkview
Club: Brad Beal Elite
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