Under the Radar

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are approaching the end of the month, and it is time to highlight some prospects who are flying under the radar. Here are a few prospects to watch out for as we approach the 2026 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='926298' first='Kalin' last='Hendrix']-Wide Receiver-Fayetteville-6'2” 185-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='926298' first='Kalin' last='Hendrix'] has had a strong summer up to this point and he is a player to watch over the next few months. Hendrix mixes his tremendous speed with smooth route running to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He has the ability to stretch the field vertically with his speed or work the underneath routes. Hendrix has the potential to have an impressive 2026 season and is a player to put on the recruiting radars.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1636487' first='Boone' last='Bennoch']-Wide Receiver-Pea Ridge-6'0” 165-Pounds-2028</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1636487' first='Boone' last='Bennoch'] is evolving quickly into a wide receiver who takes pride in running polished routes. He does a great job of creating separation through the use of his crisp routes. Bennoch knows when to work his way open for his quarterbacks. He has the quickness to stretch the field on the deep shot. He is a wide receiver that opposing defensive backs must be aware of on the field or he will carve up the defense. Bennoch is a player to watch out for this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1635538' first='Desi' last='Hendrick']-Running Back-Bentonville-5'10” 205-Pounds-2028</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bentonville Tigers have put together a pipeline of talented running backs who can cause plenty of headaches for opposing defenders. Hendrick is the type of running back who gets stronger as the game progresses. Hendrick is a patient running back who allows the rushing lanes to develop before exploding through the hole. He is a running back to keep an eye on this upcoming season. He has the potential to put up some big numbers over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1331362' first='Ducy' last='James']-Edge-Sylvan Hills-6'4” 218-Pounds-2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One defensive prospect to keep an eye on as we approach the 2026 season is [player_tooltip player_id='1331362' first='Ducy' last='James']. James has had solid camps as the summer has progressed. James does a great job of shedding blocks and working his way into the offensive backfield. He is a player who has a high motor and will not give up on a play. James can impact opponents' rushing and passing attacks. He is a player to keep an eye on over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2102537' first='Wylie' last='Gardisser']-Quarterback-Har-Ber-6'0” 185-Pounds-2029</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Har-Ber Wildcats are a team that is building long term. Gardisser is a quarterback who has the accuracy to fit the football into tight coverages. He does a good job of extending the play while keeping his eyes downfield. Meanwhile, he is not afraid to use his legs to escape the pocket and pick up yards on the ground. Gardisser is a player to keep an eye on over the next few years for the Wildcats.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->