NPH Class of 2026 Women’s Basketball Rankings — Mid-Season Top 15
Separation Season: Growth, Consistency, and Identity
When we released our preseason rankings, the goal wasn’t just to identify talent — it was to set a baseline for what this class could become. Now at the midpoint of the season, the conversation has shifted. Some athletes have elevated their games through consistency. Others have embraced new roles, stepped into leadership, or proven they can produce when the spotlight gets brighter.
The Class of 2026 continues to define the direction of Canadian women’s basketball. Versatility, pace, and positional fluidity are no longer trends — they’re expectations. Across prep programs, scholastic leagues, and high-level competition, including strong individual production within the WNPA, this group continues to separate itself. Where statistics are referenced below, those numbers reflect WNPA competition specifically.
These mid-season rankings aren’t just about numbers — they’re about identity, growth, and who is shaping the game in real time.
Here is the official NPH Class of 2026 Mid-Season Top 15.
1. Savannah Swords — 6’2 F — LuHi Arts Academy — Kentucky Commit
There’s a calm confidence to Swords’ game that stands out the longer you watch her. She doesn’t rush possessions, doesn’t force the moment — yet somehow the game consistently bends around her presence. At 6’2, she moves like a guard but carries the scoring instincts of a seasoned forward. Whether she’s pushing the break, attacking mismatches, or spacing the floor, she plays with a level of control that makes everything look effortless. What separates her isn’t just talent — it’s timing and feel. She understands when to assert herself and when to create for others, embodying the modern stretch-forward who can influence every phase of the game. As the season progresses, her leadership and composure continue to reinforce why she remains firmly at the top.
2. Jordyn Wheeler — 6’0 SG — Niagara Prep — Stanford Commit
Wheeler’s growth since the preseason rankings has been rooted in consistency. Averaging 22 points per game on 48 percent shooting in WNPA play, she has embraced the responsibility of being a go-to option without sacrificing efficiency. There’s a maturity in how she picks her spots — she doesn’t hunt shots; she creates advantages. Her defensive presence often goes under the radar, but her instincts and physicality allow her to disrupt rhythm on the other end. Watching Wheeler now, you see a guard who understands pace and momentum, someone who doesn’t just score but controls stretches of the game. She feels less like a prospect and more like a player ready to step into a college system tomorrow.
3. Yohana Fami — 6’2 F — Royal Crown — Pittsburgh Commit
Fami plays with a presence that you can feel before the box score even tells the story. She brings physicality, but there’s also a finesse to how she navigates the floor — finishing through contact one possession, then facilitating from the high post the next. Her rebounding has remained a steady foundation for her impact, and as the season has progressed, her offensive confidence has continued to grow. Fami represents the type of forward who thrives in the gritty moments of games — when possessions matter more and space gets tighter. She doesn’t just play hard; she plays with purpose, which continues to elevate her standing at the mid-season mark.
4. Chante Murray — 6’1 SF — Crestwood — Rutgers Commit
Murray’s game is built on pressure — the kind that forces defenses to react. Her downhill ability and strong handle make her one of the toughest matchups in space, especially when she gets a step toward the paint. But what’s stood out this season is her willingness to embrace the defensive side just as much as the offensive spotlight. She plays with a relentless edge, constantly looking to change the tempo of a possession. Murray has grown into a wing who doesn’t just create highlights — she creates problems for opponents over the course of an entire game.
5. Kaylen Sta. Maria — 5’9 PG — Niagara Prep — Rice Commit
Few players control rhythm the way Sta. Maria does right now. Knocking down 3.2 three-pointers per game while ranking among the assist leaders in WNPA play, she has embraced the role of a pace-setting floor general who can flip momentum with a single shot. There’s a composure in how she navigates pressure — rarely rushed, always scanning the floor. She understands angles, spacing, and timing in a way that allows her teammates to play freely around her. The deeper the season goes, the more her leadership shows through subtle moments — a smart pass, a timely pull-up, or a defensive read that shifts the energy of the game.
6. Eunicia Salgado — 6’1 SF — Royal Crown — Boston College Commit
Salgado’s versatility continues to evolve as the season unfolds. She’s at her best when she’s moving — cutting, attacking gaps, and using her length to finish through traffic. What stands out most is how comfortable she looks in multiple roles, whether spacing the floor or defending bigger assignments. She brings a quiet toughness to her game, one that doesn’t always show up immediately on paper but becomes clear the longer you watch her compete. Salgado plays with a balance of patience and aggression that fits perfectly within today’s multi-positional wing landscape.
7. Gabby Morash — 5’5 PG — King’s Christian — LIU Commit
Morash has quietly put together one of the most productive seasons among guards, averaging 14.3 points and a league-leading 8.7 assists per game in WNPA competition. But beyond the numbers, it’s her leadership presence that stands out. She communicates constantly, encourages teammates from the bench, and approaches every possession like a chess move rather than a race. Her court vision creates opportunities others might not even see, and her ability to maintain composure in chaotic moments speaks to her maturity as a floor general.
8. Alex Newson — 5’10 SG — King’s Christian — UAlbany Commit
Newson plays with an edge that fuels both ends of the floor. Averaging 17 points per game with 3.8 assists in WNPA play, she has found a rhythm as a confident scorer who isn’t afraid of big moments. Her defensive energy often sparks transition opportunities, and she thrives when the pace quickens. There’s a competitiveness to how she attacks — not just looking to score, but to impose her presence on the flow of the game.
9. Kylie Sooley — 6’3 F — Niagara Prep — UMass Commit
Sooley’s role as an interior anchor continues to grow, especially in moments when her team needs stability. She rebounds with purpose and protects the paint with disciplined positioning, while gradually expanding her comfort along the perimeter. What stands out most is her awareness — she reads the floor well and understands when to step up physically versus when to let the play come to her. Her steady approach brings balance to any lineup she’s part of.
10. Emma Dongelmans — 6’6 PF — King’s Christian —Montana Commit
Dongelmans has made her presence felt defensively all season, averaging 4.2 blocks per game in WNPA competition while ranking among the league’s top scorers. Her length changes the geometry of the game — opponents hesitate in the paint, and teammates feed off her defensive confidence. As the season progresses, she’s shown more patience offensively, picking smart spots to score rather than forcing plays.
11. Brooke McLeod — 6’2 F — Crestwood — Dayton Commit
McLeod’s energy is contagious. She runs the floor hard, crashes the glass with authority, and embraces the physical side of the game without hesitation. Her willingness to do the small things — setting strong screens, fighting for loose balls, finishing through contact — gives her teams a consistent spark. She’s the type of player whose impact often grows as games get more physical and competitive.
12. Camille Gaudreau — 5’7 PG — Champlain Saint-Lambert — Binghamton University Commit
Gaudreau brings a calming presence to the floor. She doesn’t rush decisions, and her ability to keep an offense organized under pressure continues to stand out. Watching her operate feels steady — a guard who values efficiency and structure while still finding creative ways to move the ball. Her leadership style is subtle but effective, helping stabilize the tempo of games.
13. Emmanuelle Broude — 6’1 F — Code — Wofford Commit
Broude’s season has been defined by physicality and consistency, highlighted by a dominant 20-point, 20-rebound performance in WNPA play. She thrives in the paint but isn’t limited to it, using strong footwork and awareness to create scoring opportunities. Her toughness shows in the way she embraces contact and battles for position possession after possession.
14. Danyelle London — 5’7 PG — FEIA
London plays with relentless energy, especially on the defensive end where she takes pride in shutting down opposing guards. Her confidence continues to grow offensively, and she brings a competitive edge that fuels momentum swings. She’s the type of guard who doesn’t need to dominate the ball to influence the outcome of a game.
15. Amaya Robinson — 5’6 G — Royal Crown — Duquesne Commit
Robinson’s scoring bursts can shift the entire rhythm of a game. Her nine three-pointers in a single outing at the Chris Smalling Tournament showcased her ability to heat up quickly, but what stands out is her composure — she doesn’t force shots; she finds them within the flow. Her speed and toughness allow her to create space and keep defenses guessing.
Final Thoughts
Mid-season rankings are never just about who started strong — they’re about who continues to grow. The Class of 2026 has shown resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to evolve, proving that development doesn’t stop once rankings are released. As the season moves toward its final stretch, the conversation will only get louder — and this group continues to lead it.
