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Recruiting 101

State Championship vs. Regular Season: What Coaches Value Most

State tournament performances reveal character traits and competitive instincts that regular season stats can't capture, often determining scholarship opportunities for prospects.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team··8 min read
Player Spotlight

Jaydn Jenkins to Michigan State: What Archbishop Wood's Star Brings

Archbishop Wood's Jaydn Jenkins is headed to Michigan State. We break down his game, the Izzo development model, and what a realistic path to minutes looks like.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 30, 2026·7 min read
Class Preview

Class of 2027 Preview: CJ Rosser, Beckham Black and Southeastern Prep

Southeastern Prep's CJ Rosser and Beckham Black headline a compelling Class of 2027 pairing. We break down how each is being evaluated and where their recruitments may head.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 29, 2026·7 min read
Prep School Insider

Prolific Prep's Pipeline: Touray, McDaniel and the Next Wave

Prolific Prep's national schedule is fueling its recruiting rise. We break down Bamba Touray, Draydne McDaniel, and what the next wave means for the 2027 and 2028 classes.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 28, 2026·8 min read
Methodology

How PrepRadar Tracks Class of 2027 Signees in the Early Period

Commitment is not signing. We explain how PrepRadar audits commitments, tiers its sources, and verifies every Class of 2027 signee during the early signing period.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 27, 2026·8 min read
Player Spotlight

AJ Williams Is Still on the Board Before Early Signing

AJ Williams remains uncommitted with the early signing period opening November 4. We break down why his recruitment is still open and what we are watching.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 26, 2026·7 min read
Class Preview

Bamba Touray and Bentley Lusakueno: Inside the 2028 Elite

We examine Bamba Touray and Bentley Lusakueno, two elite Class of 2028 prospects, through production, recruiting developments and the skills shaping their college fit.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 25, 2026·10 min read
Recruiting Trends

Auburn, Seton Hall and Michigan State Lead 2027 Trends

Auburn, Seton Hall and Michigan State are setting the pace for Class of 2027 recruiting. Here is what their early contact, development pitches and NIL discipline mean before showcases.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 24, 2026·9 min read
Recruiting 101

Steven McLeod's Rise to No. 235 and What It Means for 2027

Steven McLeod's climb to No. 235 in the Class of 2027 shows how early-season showcases reshape rankings. We explain what the move means and how to turn it into offers.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 23, 2026·8 min read
Prep School Insider

Early Season Showcases: IMG, Overtime Elite and Link Academy

IMG Academy, Overtime Elite and Link Academy anchor the early prep season. We break down roles, rankings and NIL stakes shaping Class of 2027 decisions before the November signing period.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 22, 2026·9 min read
Recruiting 101

Showcase Season Primer: What Eason's Move to No. 352 Means

Kaiden Eason's jump to No. 352 in the 247Sports Composite offers a clear case study in how showcase season performance actually translates into recruiting rankings — and what the number does and doesn't mean.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 21, 2026·8 min read
Class Preview

Jack Donohue's Syracuse Pledge Faces Its First Real Exam

Jack Donohue committed to Syracuse with thin circuit exposure, creating a rare gap between recruiting services. His 2027 showcase season will determine who had it right.

By PrepRadar Scouting Team·Oct 20, 2026·7 min read

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