Preview of Arkansas High School Boys Basketball Class 5A: Notable Departures, Players to Watch, and Season Expectations
Key Points
- SBLive is covering Arkansas high school basketball, featuring eight Class 5A boys teams to watch.
- Harrison Goblins: Expectations to surpass last season's performance; key players include Cole Cecil, Ryder Scribner, and Hayden Martin.
- Hot Springs Trojans: Known for patience and late-season improvement; players to watch are Octavious Rhodes, Tyrell Honey, and Kendall Williams.
- Lake Hamilton Wolves: Considered favorites despite facing injuries; top performers include Ty Robinson, Cooper Kindt, and LaBraun Christon.
- Marion Patriots: Experienced a coaching change but have notable players such as Lyndell Buckingham, Jalen White, and David Brewer.
- Maumelle Hornets: Focused on player development and team roles; Markalon Rochell, Jacob Lanier, and Jordan Harris are key players.
- Pine Bluff Zebras: Defending state champions aiming for back-to-back titles; key players include Courtney Crutchfield, Braylen Hall, and Kaden Higgins.
- Van Buren Pointers: Working on improving performance and developing depth; main players are Glavine McDonald, Drew Brasuell, and Jaxon Cazzell.
- Vilonia Eagles: Expecting to compete for the 5A-Central Conference Championship and make a deep run in the state tournament with key players Dashun Spence, Josh Lawrence, and Ethan Dietz.
- Other teams to watch include Greene County Tech, Nettleton, and Russellville.
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