This under-the-radar senior guard had an excellent day for Blackhawk Christian. He led the Braves in scoring with 23 points in a 73-62 win over New Palestine. Then, Rhinehart finished with 16 points in an 83-68 win over Cardinal Ritter. Rhinehart is a talented shot-maker with a sneaky pop of athleticism that he uses to elevate on his jump shot and finish at the end of his drives.

Blackhawk Christian logged a convincing 77-58 win on Tuesday night over Mishawaka Marian. 5’11” guard Payton Rhinehart Payton Rhinehart 6'0" | PG Fort Wayne Blackhawk | 2026 IN was the start of the show scoring a game-high 30 points to lead the Braves to victory.

The last player on Bates Fundamentals 17u that stood out to me is Payton Rhinehart Payton Rhinehart 6'0" | PG Fort Wayne Blackhawk | 2026 IN out of Homestead High School. What stood out to me with Rhinehart is his high motor and athleticism. When wanting him, he gives out true 3-and-D potential with toughness on both ends to back it up. Very quick first step in the lane but can also shoot it behind the arc.