Six Passers to Keep an Eye on in 2026

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Derek Jackson November 19, 2025 @ 02:03 PM

Let's take a quick peek at 6 defensive specialists that are likely to have a big year in 2026. All of them have been working hard in practices, some had big time players in front of them that are graduating and some are just in a prime position to jump into the spotlight.   Don't forget to sign up for our Exposure Tour Showcase coming up Dec 7th in OKC. We already have 40 players signed up. We have multiple top 10 type players but we are looking for more. Anyone interested in playing at the next level or wanting to get seen more by our PrepDig scouts, this is a great opportunity. Use the promo code to save $10 when you sign up. CODE: JacksonPD25   [player_tooltip player_id='902267' first='Sofie' last='Jensen']- Class of 2029 DS from Oologah. She may have been just a freshman this season but she is talented and will be ready to standout in her sophomore campaign. After getting to watch and train with a very talented Senior DS in Whitten all year, she will take all she's learned and apply it to her game. Class 4A needs to watch out for Sofie, because she is coming.   [player_tooltip player_id='800177' first='Naomi' last='Ross']- Class of 2028 DS from Victory Christian. Naomi was in a similar position, getting to play next to one of the best Senior passers in the state. Naomi has had a couple years of high level school AND club under her belt, she will be primed to make a splash this upcoming school season. She has plenty of talent around her to allow her to focus on doing her job well. [player_tooltip player_id='297124' first='Kennedy' last='Welsh']- Class of 2027 DS from Cascia Hall. Kennedy has already made a name for herself. Her ability to dig in transition and have a phenomenal work ethic is apparent each time you watch her play. If she hasn't garnished college views already, she will this next year. Kennedy has the ability to bring immediate value to a college program.   [player_tooltip player_id='752839' first='Gabrielle' last='Schunk']- Class of 2028 DS from Jenks. Gabrielle did a great job when I got to watch Jenks play this past season. Jenks is one of the best programs in the state and to be able to play significant time is a big accomplishment. Graduating their senior D1 libero will open up an opportunity for her to shine even brighter.   [player_tooltip player_id='851712' first='Alexys' last='Willis']- Class of 2030 DS from Heritage Hall. Alexys may only be an upcoming freshman but she has the work ethic and drive that only few possess even as seniors. She is going to explode on the scene. She is extremely active in transition and not afraid to be very vocal. Heritage Hall looks to have a legit player for the next four years.   [player_tooltip player_id='736675' first='Madison' last='Godding']- Class of 2027 DS from Claremore. Madison transferred to Claremore and immediately won the starting libero position and then went on to win Metro Lakes Conference Player of the Year. She will be pushed again this club season and preparation for her senior year. She is extremely driven, pours into teammates and will look to put her name both in the record books at Claremore and put her name in the hat for All State honors.

Let's take a quick peek at 6 defensive specialists that are likely to have a big year in 2026. All of them have been working hard in practices, some had big time players in front of them that are graduating and some are just in a prime position to jump into the spotlight.