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<p>Some players don't need the ball in their hands a ton to impact games. They do it with movement, timing, spacing, and the kind of awareness that keeps actions connected. This group showed how valuable off‑ball impact can be. Their contributions were felt in every stretch of live play, and that's what makes their roles matter. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR & @VortexSportsArkansas.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2916032' first='Kingston' last='Rottinghaus'] - Kingston showed a noticeable jump in motor and intent. He played with a different edge. He was crashing the glass like every rebound belonged to him and turning second‑chance opportunities into swing plays. The improved physicality didn't take away from his shooting as he still knocked down threes at a high clip, both off the bounce and in catch‑and‑shoot situations. The blend of “dog energy” and perimeter skill makes his development track especially interesting heading into his senior year, now at Jonesboro High School.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2423024' first='Maddox' last='Ball'] - Ball continues to look like a true forward with a complete interior‑to‑perimeter package. He's comfortable playing with his back to the basket, but his face‑up game gives him versatility. You will see him putting it on the floor, getting downhill, and knocking down clean looks. Defensively, he guarded 3–5 and even switched onto some 2s without losing the matchup. His footwork, strength, and adaptability make him one of the most reliable frontcourt pieces in the state.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3673612' first='Eian' last='Henderson'] - Henderson brought a diverse defensive presence, sliding between matchups and disrupting actions with length and anticipation. Offensively, his playmaking feel continues to grow. Showing better vision, more confident ball handling, and a willingness to connect actions rather than force them. He's trending toward being a multi‑use contributor who impacts both ends of the floor.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3033820' first='Lamarian' last='Rogers'] - Rogers fits the finesse/stretch‑4 mold with soft touch and a calm, smooth approach. He knocked down perimeter looks, finished with touch around the nail, and protected the paint with solid timing. His ability to stretch the floor while still anchoring defensively gives him a valuable two‑way identity.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2627049' first='Jordan' last='Rogers'] - Rogers stayed true to his calling card, shooting. He was a catch‑and‑shoot machine, firing with confidence and hitting at volume. His mechanics are clean, his range is deep, and he doesn't hesitate when he's in rhythm. When the ball finds him on the arc, it's going up.</p>
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Some players don't need the ball in their hands a ton to impact games. They do it with movement, timing, spacing, and the kind of awareness that keeps actions connected. This group showed how valuable off‑ball impact can be. Their contributions were felt in every stretch of live play, and that's what makes their roles matter. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR & @VortexSportsArkansas.
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