The Woods Recruiting Blog

Jayann Youngblood is a name already making waves in the high school and AAU basketball scenes.  A member of the class of 2027, she plays for Eminence High School and runs with the Indiana Sirens AAU program.  Standing tall and strong, Jayann blends...

Sosha Hellman is one of the most intriguing prospects in the class of 2028, a 5'9" combo guard out of Sydney, Australia, with the ability to play either point or shooting guard at a high level.  At just 15 years old, Sosha already showcases a...

Baeliy Stalnecker is a standout member of the Class of 2028, playing for Forrest High School and TTP 15U Black.  At 5'9", she has a solid build for a guard, showing both physical tools and mental intangibles that college programs will love. ...

Josie Ladd, a 6'1" combo guard from Nolensville High School (Class of 2028), is a rare two-sport talent already making a name for herself on both the volleyball court and the hardwood.  Her combination of length, vision, and high-level basketball...

Eva Eaton is a rising star in the Class of 2028, representing Henry County High School in Paris, Tennessee.  Standing at 5’5”, she plays with the mindset of a seasoned point guard far beyond her years.  Eaton is the type of player every coach...

In the world of high school basketball, few players in the Class of 2027 exhibit the poise, leadership, and basketball IQ that Jackson Riley brings to the court.  Standing at 5’11" and weighing 160 lbs, the Wausau West High School standout is a...

At 6'6" and just 170 pounds, Mathers McHone is an intriguing 2026 guard with elite size for his position and a game built on energy, intelligence, and production.  Representing Spencer High School in Wisconsin and playing AAU ball with UTC Fire...

At 6’5” and 205 pounds, Evan Shoeder from Rhinelander High School is steadily emerging as a force in the class of 2026.  A physically gifted and fundamentally sound forward, Shoeder is showing tremendous upside both in high school competition and...

Quincy Pfender is the kind of guard you want running your offense.  At 6’2” and 170 pounds, he has ideal size for a backcourt leader, paired with a sharp basketball IQ and a clear understanding of how to control the tempo of a game.  Playing for...

Evan Strimel is a tough, hard-nosed 5'7" point guard from Geibel Catholic High School in the class of 2026.  Don’t let the height fool you, this young man plays bigger than his frame.  With a 3.8 GPA and a dual-sport background that includes...

Jatyn Barkus, a 6’3, 175-pound combo guard out of Rhinelander High School and a standout for UTC Fire National 17U, brings the kind of versatility and tenacity you love to see in a high-level backcourt player.  With a unique combination of size,...

At 6-foot-11, Avery Coles is the kind of big man who changes the energy in a gym the moment he walks in.  A true stretch 5, Coles blends rare size with a smooth skill set that extends beyond the paint.  He plays with a calm but commanding presence,...

At first glance, Caden Brickey already stands out for his poise, toughness, and high basketball IQ.  A gifted combo guard out of West Ridge High School in Blountville, Tennessee, Brickey brings a mature edge to the floor far beyond his years.  His...

Jordan Bustamante is a 6’1” guard from Edinburg, Texas, representing Robert Vela High School and the Behind the Scenes P32 AAU squad.  A member of the Class of 2026, Jordan stands out not only for his physical tools but for his mental makeup and...

Keyshawn Summerville is a 5’11” guard out of Lansing Sexton High School (MI), class of 2026, and he is steadily becoming a name to know in Midwest hoops circles.  Representing Team Hustle on the AAU circuit, Summerville brings an intense love for...