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Jaci Hoyt (Woodlawn)
Senior point guard and four-year varsity player, Jaci averages 15.6 points, 3.5 assists, and 4.5 rebounds per game. She scored 516 points as a junior to surpass 1,000 career points.
Teriyah Lee (Osceola)
Teriyah is a 5’7 guard and team captain known for her leadership on and off the court. She excels at scoring and creating for teammates, averaging just over 16 points per game as a freshman, and is also a strong student who stands out academically.
Kensley Whitfield (Osceola)
Kensley is a 6’0 versatile wing who can score inside and out, block shots, and make plays for teammates. She is a leader off the court and consistently stands out academically and athletically.
Emilee Coleman (Brookland)
Senior guard Emilee is quick, sees the floor well, and can score from all three levels. She is a standout defender and a key leader for her team.
Carson Vogelpohl (Mount St. Mary Academy)
Carson is a four-year starter who plays point or forward and excels at distributing the ball. She has led or been second in every statistical category the past two years, earned three-time all-conference honors, and is a National Merit Semi-Finalist. She was also named to the 6A All-State soccer team.
DD Babb (Cutter Morning Star)
DD is a sharpshooting guard capable of scoring from deep or attacking the rim. She is quick, defensively tenacious, and has offers from NPC and Champion.
Rae Frye (DeWitt)
Rae, a 6’3” point guard/center, scores at multiple levels and is a straight-up athlete. She earned 8-3A All-Conference and All-State Honorable Mention honors.
Rylee Wilburn (Rector)
Rylee is a 5’10” athletic guard who can score from three levels and protect the rim. She averaged 19.5 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 3 assists as a sophomore and has already scored 1,007 points entering her junior season. She holds offers from CRC, Hendrix, and Williams Baptist.
Chloe Anderson (Drew Central)
Chloe, a 6’0 versatile wing, averaged a double-double as a junior and is a two-time All-Conference selection.
Maddison Rowland (Mount Ida)
Junior guard/wing Maddison excels at attacking the rim, setting up teammates, and defending physically. She thrives on competition.
Charley Rawins (Fayetteville)
Charley, a 5’7” senior, has been a three-year starter and averaged 7.5 points per game with a 45% 3-point percentage as a junior. She is verbally committed to Pitt State.
Payton Caudle (Fayetteville)
Payton, a 6’ sophomore, returns as a varsity starter and averaged 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 1.5 assists last season. She has more than ten Power 4 offers.
Maggie Richie (Huntsville)
Senior Maggie loves the game, her team, and is an outstanding 3-point shooter.
Kalli Bolinger (Huntsville)
Kalli is a smart floor general, excellent 3-point shooter, and driven competitor.
Madeline Rohlman (Sacred Heart Catholic School)
Junior Maddie, a 6’1” forward, averaged double-digit points as a sophomore, led the team in 2FG% at 49%, and was a top rebounder and shot-blocker. She can play with her back to the basket and is poised for a strong junior season.
Kagen Gunnels (Emerson)
Junior combo guard Kagen averaged 17 points, 7 assists, and 5 steals last season, earning All-Conference and All-State honors. She is a tremendous talent and hardworking teammate.
Ella Gonzalez (Rivercrest)
Junior forward Ella, 6’0”, is a strong rebounder and versatile defender who has started since her freshman year. She has helped her team to 18 wins in each of the past two seasons.
Laramie Watkins (Valley Springs)
Senior guard Laramie brings experience and versatility, serving as a primary ball handler and leading scorer. She creates offense for herself and her teammates.
Taylor Smith (Mountain Pine)
Senior captain Taylor is a versatile scorer who excels driving, mid-range, and from 3-point range. She is a strong defender and leads by example on and off the floor.
Jayda Cook (Cabot)
Sophomore combo guard Jayda uses her varsity experience to contribute on both ends. She has excellent court awareness, shooting range, and defensive length.
Laney Marsh (Episcopal Collegiate)
Senior Laney is coming off a strong junior season averaging 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 steals, and she is poised to lead her team to a deep playoff run.
Emeri Baughn (Tuckerman)
Senior swing player Emeri was All-Conference last year and is a versatile scorer and strong defender who rebounds well.
Brooklynn Mitchell (Mountain Home)
Junior guard Brooklynn has been a game-changer since arriving at Mountain Home. Tall, strong, and fast, she excels on both ends and will continue her basketball career at Ouachita Baptist University.
Aubrey Pennington (Poyen)
Senior 2/3 player Aubrey averaged 12.5 points and 5.8 rebounds last season. She can score at all three levels, defend multiple positions, and is a hardworking teammate.
Jayla Yonkers (Mountain Home)
Junior guard Jayla is a tireless worker and elite competitor, earning a full-ride scholarship to Missouri Southern. She is quiet off the court but extremely competitive on it.
Livi Fosness (Mountain Home)
Junior post Livi set a State Tournament record with 29 rebounds in a first-round game. She averaged 13.1 points and 9.3 rebounds last season and led the team in scoring with 356 points. Signed with Harding University, Livi is known for her competitiveness and leadership.
Jessie Mendenhall (Hackett)
Senior guard Jessie averaged 14 points per game as a junior. She shoots the three well, creates her own shot, and consistently scores at the free throw line.
Brooklyn Akers (Ozark)
Senior shooting guard Brooklyn is a hard worker and versatile scorer. She has developed her driving game and on-ball defense and is a respected team leader.
MaHaley Gilmore (Ozark Mountain)
Junior 5’9” guard MaHaley averaged 16 points and 8 rebounds as a sophomore. She is versatile, consistently impacts the game, and serves as a primary playmaker.
Sadie Espinoza (Waldron)
Senior 5’10” guard Sadie averaged 15.9 points, 9.6 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 3.8 steals last season. She is an All-State and All-Conference player with four junior college offers.
Jacee Hoskins (Elkins)
Junior 6’2” forward Jacee averaged a double-double as a sophomore and earned All-Conference, All-State, and All-State Tournament honors. She is a leader with elite inside-out skills.
Josie Stevens (Mountain View)
Junior 6’1” post Josie is a two-year starter, All-Conference player, and top post in the 2027 class. She has elite footwork, rebounding, and leadership.
Emma Akins (Mountain View)
Senior 6’1” combo guard Emma is a four-year starter, elite facilitator, and rebounder. She is a 2025 3A All-State selection and a Drury University commit.
True Layton (Yellville-Summit)
Junior 5’8” post True averaged 11 points and 8 rebounds as a sophomore. She is versatile, can stretch the floor, and plays with fire and determination.
Greenlee Elmore (Pulaski Academy)
Junior 5’8” guard/forward Greenlee is All-State with offers from UCA, La Tech, Missouri Southern, Arkansas Tech, and Merryville. She is a strong scorer, 3-point threat, and physical rebounder.
Randi Stewart (Pulaski Academy)
Junior 5’8” shooting guard Randi is All-State and has offers from Southern Miss, UA Monticello, and North Texas. She is a quick, athletic scorer and a 3-point threat.
Kylah Pearcy (Greenwood)
Senior guard Kylah is a two-time All-State player and 1,000-point scorer. She averaged 22 points and 6 rebounds last season and is committed to UAFS.
Anniston Moore (Bentonville)
Junior point guard Anniston is a three-year starter with strong vision and leadership. She is a tough defender and a consistent shooter.
Brooklyn Owens (Stuttgart)
Brooklyn is a strong ball handler and shooter with a high basketball IQ. Last season she averaged 19.6 points, 4.6 assists, and 4 rebounds.
Ainslee Chappell (Magazine)
Senior point guard, 5’. Trained from birth to handle the ball, Ainslee averaged under 2 turnovers per game last season and led her team in steals and assists. Press defenses struggle against her. She’s improved her 3-point shot and is a four-sport athlete (golf, track, softball, basketball). Involved in Beta, FBLA, and leads the church children’s program. 4.0 GPA.
Kendall Hamlin (Taylor)
5’11” guard with a 3.2 GPA. As a sophomore, averaged 10 points, 7 rebounds, 6 steals, and 4 assists per game. A relentless defender, steady floor general, and team leader with athleticism and energy on both ends of the court.
Kassidi Smith (Forrest City)
Freshman standout averaging 15 points, 15 rebounds, and 2 blocks per game; tied a AAA record with 30 rebounds in a game. Ranked Top 10 Prep Girls Hoop in Arkansas, All-State & All-Conference. Plays AAU for Arkansas Mavs. Offers from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and John A Logan College. 3.3 GPA.
Camdyn Starkey (Rose Bud)
Point guard known for scoring inside and out, excellent court vision, and elite ball handling. A competitor who drives team success, with strong potential over the next two years.
Isis Wilson (Camden Fairview)
Hardworking and respectful, understands the game at a high level.
Meara Russell (Gravette)
Sophomore All-Conference player, averaged 10.7 points and 5.2 rebounds per game. Scores in multiple ways and a strong competitor poised to make an even bigger impact this season.
Ella Tolley (Perryville)
Leader on and off the floor, straight-A student, hardworking, and consistent scorer and defender. Her work ethic and leadership stand out.
Shaelyn Dockery (Wonderview)
Senior, coming off All-State junior season. Accurate long-range shooter and strong at driving to the basket. Offers include Lyon and South Ark JC.
Addison Greeley (Bentonville West)
Sophomore guard who led the freshman team to its first Conference Championship. Scores at all three levels, high-energy leader, and highly competitive.
Elliot Owen (Mountainburg)
Point guard since freshman year, led team to two state tournaments. All-Conference and All-State Tournament team honors. Sophomore season stats: 14.2 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 3.2 SPG, 3 APG.
Ada Choate (Heber Springs)
Hardworking leader, improves continuously, leads by example, and holds teammates to high standards.
Ava Fowlkes (Maumelle)
Junior guard, scores at all three levels, improved in the weight room, and known for her jump shot.
Kendri Broughton (Dumas)
Post threat averaging 16 points, 10 rebounds, 2 blocks per game. Can score back-to-basket or step out for threes. 70% free-throw shooter. Committed to Arkansas Tech University.
Kenya Johnson (Dumas)
5’10” guard, lefty, handles the ball well, scores from anywhere. Averaged 8 PPG, 5 RPG, 2 SPG as a junior.
Makensie Moore (Baptist Preparatory)
Great shooter with vision, solid defender, All-State last year.
Cydney Sanders (Baptist Preparatory)
Two-way scorer, elite on-ball defender, All-State last year.
Ryan Gramling (Crowley’s Ridge Academy)
Point guard, leading scorer and 3-point shooter, quick, strong on both ends.
Kyah Simmons (Wonderview)
Point guard, all-level scoring threat. Last season: 16.8 PPG, 3.4 APG. All-State, All-State Tournament Team, multiple college offers.
Maliyah Tye (Fort Smith Southside)
Leading returning scorer, three-point threat, top assist leader, intense defender, improving offensive decision-making.
Taige Norwood (Greenland)
5’10” point guard, precise playmaker, efficient 3-point shooter. Offers from D1 Abilene Christian, Central Arkansas, and D2 UAFS.
Raquel Alvarez (West Fork)
Averages 10 PPG, led regional tournament team in rebounds.
Jaidyn Parker (West Fork)
All-Conference sophomore, averaged ~10 PPG, team leader in 3-point shooting. Hardworking.
Amarie Hilton (Danville)
Versatile offensive player, three-year starter, strong scoring and post play, capable shooter and driver.
McKenzie Williams (Lakeside Hot Springs)
Pass-first defender, scores at all three levels. First Lakeside freshman promoted to varsity, All-State. Overcame ACL injury, highly motivated.
AJ McDonald (Van Buren)
All-Conference, honorable mention All-State. Averaged 13 points, 7 rebounds last season.
Kaylyn Smith (Green Forest)
All-State transfer from Berryville. Point guard, three-level scorer, building off solid junior season.
Camryn Schmidt (Fort Smith Northside)
6’1” center/forward, committed to the University of Tulsa. Leading scorer in the 2025 state championship game. Multiple All-Conference and All-State honors.
Bayleigh Miller (Warren)
5’8” guard/forward, averaged 17 PPG, 6.3 RPG, strong leader, versatile, hardworking, high-impact player.
Hope Kidd (Prairie Grove)
5’7” guard, three-year starter, All-Conference, All-Defensive, strong stats: 9.9 PPG, 173 rebounds, 75 steals, 88 assists.
Disyah Christon (Lake Hamilton)
Lefty scorer, aggressive driver, excellent playmaker, two-time All-State, offer from National Park College.
Kaiya McCoy (Springdale)
Three-year starter, Defensive Player of the Year, all-area and all-tournament honors, nearing 1,000 career points.
Brooklyn Akers (Ozark)
Versatile shooting guard, strong scorer and leader, excellent game awareness, consistent dedication.
Traniyah Weston (Conway)
Point guard, two-time starter, All-Conference and All-State, offers from Three Rivers and UAPB.
Lee Miller (Subiaco Academy)
Point guard, pass-first, excellent passer and defender.
Josie Dollar (Acorn)
5’6” guard, natural scorer at all three levels, team leader, 4 scholarship offers, plans to play college basketball.
Carley Cox (Ouachita)
All-State, All-Conference guard, clutch performer, strong leadership, strong postseason contributor.
Sierra Cottingham (Haskell Harmony Grove)
Emerging player, strong end-of-season performance, competitive and versatile.
Z’layiah Jackson (Arkadelphia)
Strong guard, drives to the rim, mid-range and three-point shooter, great vision and work ethic, motivated to play at next level.
Aubrey Fox (Gentry)
Returning leading scorer and rebounder, embracing leadership role.
Katie Fimple (North Little Rock)
All-State, 2x All-Conference, 3-year starter, committed to Ouachita Baptist University, 4.2 GPA, strong shooter.
London Hicks (Beebe)
Transfer, led team to 25 wins, including upset over defending state champion, All-Conference, 5A All-State honors.
Kaleigh Middlebrooks (Blytheville)
5’5” power forward, strong, quick, shooter.
Allison Gaines (East Poinsett County)
All-State guard, leads team in scoring, assists, steals. Athletic, improved 3-point shooting, strong defense.
Kenzie McCrotty (Dover)
Shooting guard with 2,000+ career points, played in 3A State Championship, 34-1 team record, All-State, All-Conference, 45% 3PT, 91% FT.
Bailey Barton (Beebe)
Two-year varsity starter, helped team qualify for state tournament twice, All-Conference, 5A All-State, well-rounded player.
Emarriha Johnson (Greene County Tech)
Committed to Louisiana Tech, All-State, All-Conference, NEA honors, surpassed 1,000 points and 500 rebounds, 31-3 season record, multiple championships.
Taytum Vire (Maumelle Charter)
All-Conference junior, team leader in rebounds (267), versatile scorer in post and perimeter.
Stevie Tanner (Morrilton)
3-point threat with added pull-up and drive, excellent passer, improving defender, unselfish team player.
Charleen Hudson (Springdale)
1,000+ career points, multiple All-State and All-Conference honors, D1 and D2 offers, great teammate.
Kagen Gunnels (Emerson)
5’7” combo guard, 3-level scorer, excellent passer, All-State and All-Conference sophomore season: 16.5 PPG, 6.5 APG, 4.5 SPG.
