Recruiting News and Notes

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The recruiting period does not slow down this time of year. With camps on the horizon, it is time to get caught up on several prospects making recruiting headlines this week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1244451' first='Hank' last='Hendrix']-Quarterback-Fayetteville-6'3” 175-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Fayetteville signal caller had an impressive 2025 season and is setting the stage for an even more impressive 2026 season. Hendrix has the arm strength to test opposing secondaries with the deep throw downfield. He has the mobility needed to escape the pocket and pick up yards on the ground. Earlier in the week, Hendrix earned a scholarship offer from the South Carolina Gamecocks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kegan Sanderson-Edge-Salem-5'10” 220-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Throughout his career, Sanderson has been one of the most productive edge rushers in the Natural State. He is a defensive lineman who lives in the opposing offensive backfield. Sanderson uses his speed well to defeat blocks and get to the quarterback. Over the weekend, Sanderson earned a scholarship offer from William Jewell University. He is a player to watch out for at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1987607' first='Kaden' last='Islam']-Offensive Line-Jacksonville-6'0” 225-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1987607' first='Kaden' last='Islam'] is the type of offensive lineman who plays with a chip on his shoulder. Islam fires out of the stance quickly. He mixes his power with his speed to help open up rushing lanes. Islam uses proper hand placement and drives opposing defenders backward. Over the weekend, Islam earned a scholarship from Texas College. Islam is a player to watch out for over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1649913' first='Christian' last='Jackson']-Wide Receiver-Maumelle-5'11” 175-Pounds-2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Maumelle wide receiver is a player who can haul in receptions from anywhere on the floor. Jackson uses his route running to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He is able to haul in difficult receptions and help extend drives. Earlier in the week, the new staff at Coastal Carolina extended a scholarship offer to [player_tooltip player_id='1649913' first='Christian' last='Jackson']. He is a player to watch out for at the next level. <strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1937067' first='Bralon' last='Thompson']-Wide Receiver-Arkansas-6'3” 185-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1937067' first='Bralon' last='Thompson'] is a big play threat from anywhere on the field for the Razorbacks. He works the underneath routes effectively. Meanwhile, he has the speed to stretch the field on the vertical routes down the field. Thompson makes tough receptions look simple. Over the weekend, Thompson earned a scholarship offer from Texas A&amp;M-Texarkana. He is a player to watch out for over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->