Prep Dig Ar Player of the Year Watchlist 2026 HS Addition

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Following up from Hannah's great idea from last season, we are going to keep the Player of the Year program going. We are going to follow the same rules as before and in case you forgot, here are the rules:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is It?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Watchlist highlights players across Arkansas who are dominating statistically, showing strong leadership, and playing key roles on High School Teams. This includes athletes from all positions, not just hitters or high scorers, <strong><em><mark class="has-inline-color has-primary-color">with a focus on overall impact.</mark></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">How Is the Winner Chosen?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Throughout the season, Prep Dig Arkansas will track player stats, performance trends, and big-game moments. A final group of Player of the Year candidates will be selected based on:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Consistent, high-level performance</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Leadership and team impact</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Strength of schedule and competition</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Postseason success</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Followers will also get a chance to participate by nominating players to the watchlist on Instagram Stories in the preseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Nominate Players</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fans, coaches, and players can cast their vote on Instagram by following @prepdigarrob. Polls will be posted in Stories throughout the preseason, especially as we get closer to the opening week of season. This will only be based on the High School Season ahead. Not what was done last year, not what happened in this past club season. Only the 2026 High School Season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Your vote won't be the only factor but it will definitely count. Get your vote on our radar!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Timeline</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>July 27th: Nominations open Please send me your thoughts on Instagram or email to bdsrecruiting10@gmail.com</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>August 21st: Watchlist announced</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>November 2nd: Winner revealed</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stay tuned for updates, stats, and features all season long, and don't forget to follow @prepdigarrob to help nominate the Prep Dig Arkansas' 2026 High School Player of the Year!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Congratulations to the 2025 Player of the Year, Michaelyn Freeman!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepdig.com/2025/11/michaelyn-freeman-named-prep-dig-arkansas-player-of-the-year/" data-type="link" data-id="https://prepdig.com/2025/11/michaelyn-freeman-named-prep-dig-arkansas-player-of-the-year/">https://prepdig.com/2025/11/michaelyn-freeman-named-prep-dig-arkansas-player-of-the-year/</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->