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Who’s Next? Arkansas’ Class of 2026 Players Taking Over

Who’s Next? Arkansas’ Class of 2026 Players Taking Over
Photo: Aubrie McGhee’s Social Media
Hannah Watkins
Hannah Watkins May 20, 2025 @ 09:11 PM
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Aubrie McGhee
Aubrie McGhee 6'0" | OH/DS/L | 2026
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Sahara Stamps
Sahara Stamps 5'8" | MB/RS | 2026
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Anna Grace Dedmon
Anna Grace Dedmon 5'9" | MB | 2026
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Avery Edwards
Avery Edwards 5'10" | MB/OH | 2026
AR
Jaxon Jersey
Jaxon Jersey 5'5" | OH/DS/L | 2026
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arkansas' Class of 2026 is shaping up to be a special one. This group is loaded and several players are already proving they have what it takes to lead their upcoming senior years. From six-rotation outsides to explosive middles and D2 commits with D1 ceilings, these athletes are getting ready to lead their team to a winning season, and possibly a State Championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["761791"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682bc337a52f6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McGhee is the definition of solid and steady. She is a six-rotation outside hitter who delivers on both ends of the floor. She brings a high-level armswing, great vertical, and composure that keeps her steady in the biggest moments. What separates McGhee is her ability to score without forcing the game. She consistently finds the court and knows how to play around blocks, off-hands, and deep into corners. Representing Van Buren and FSJ 17 Elite, McGhee is one of the most consistent performers in her class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["745749"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682bc337a534f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Edwards is a true gem out of England High School. She is an electric athlete with hops, fast footwork, and an aggressive swing. She plays with urgency and emotion, bringing both energy and efficiency to the middle position. Her vertical is high, and her fast arm swing gives her a chance to beat blockers. Edwards is the type of middle who can swing in tempo and shut down quick attacks with her block. She's rising fast and has the tools to become a high-impact player for her team this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["749419"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682bc337a5397"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Few players in Arkansas have seen the kind of steady growth that [player_tooltip player_id='749419' first='Anna' last='Grace Dedmon'] has had this club season. Playing for FSJ 17 Elite, Dedmon has developed into a strong middle with a quick swing, a high vertical, and a skill for hitting around blocks. She has an unpredictability about her game that keeps defenders guessing. Whether she's cutting sharp angles or tooling the block, Dedmon plays with creativity and energy. Her court presence and energy make her an asset in both high school and club ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["750006"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682d35512a14e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='750006' first='Sahara' last='Stamps'] has been tested against older competition and passed with flying colors. Playing up on [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley']'s 18-2s, Stamps shows great eye work, smart footwork, and a solid, consistent block that frustrates attackers. She brings valuable versatility, working both as a middle and right side, and she does it all with team-first energy. Her game is still expanding, but her foundation is already strong. Stamps is the kind of player who makes her teammates better and that trait alone will carry her far. College coaches need to have Sahara on their radar if they do not already.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["744576"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682d35512a191"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Let's be clear: [player_tooltip player_id='744576' first='Jaxon' last='Jersey'] could've been easily elite at the D1 level. But Henderson State is getting an absolute steal. Jersey is a momentum-shifting outside who can completely take over a match. She plays with fire, has a massive vertical, a heavy armswing, and the tools to dominate from multiple positions. Whether it's a ten-foot line kill, a smart tip, or a game-changing block, Jersey delivers. She's one of the most exciting 2026 athletes in the state. Anyone can expect her to make an instant impact at the next level and this upcoming school season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This group isn't just talented, they're already performing at a high level against elite competition. From college commits to rising club stars, McGhee, Edwards, Dedmon, Stamps, and Jersey are the upcoming faces of Arkansas for their respective senior year. Coaches and fans, get familiar now. These are names you'll be seeing on leaderboards, all-state lists, and possibly college rosters very soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator -->

Arkansas' Class of 2026 is shaping up to be a special one. This group is loaded and several players are already proving they have what it takes to lead their upcoming senior years. From six-rotation outsides to explosive middles and D2 commits with D1 ceilings, these athletes are getting ready to lead their team to a winning season, and possibly a State Championship.

Aubrie McGhee

Aubrie McGhee

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Van Buren
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Who’s Next? Arkansas’ Class of 2026 Players Taking Over
McGhee is the definition of solid and steady. She is a six-rotation outside hitter who delivers on both...
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Avery Edwards

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England
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Who’s Next? Arkansas’ Class of 2026 Players Taking Over
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Anna Grace Dedmon

Anna Grace Dedmon

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Who’s Next? Arkansas’ Class of 2026 Players Taking Over
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Sahara Stamps

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Benton
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Who’s Next? Arkansas’ Class of 2026 Players Taking Over
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Little Rock Central
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Who’s Next? Arkansas’ Class of 2026 Players Taking Over
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