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Below is PackWBB.com’s prioritized list of 25 prospects we believe NC State women’s basketball has targeted and is monitoring as the heavy July recruiting period approaches. The order reflects our assessment of the program’s current level of interest, based on available information such as reported offers, social media activity, visits, and recruiting chatter. While we don’t have direct insight into NC State’s internal board or exact priorities, #1 Corinne Lomax appears to be the most closely watched for a potential commitment, while #25 Laila Coleman sits as the lowest priority on this particular list at this time. Each scouting report includes the player’s size and position, key game strengths, areas of development, how they would fit within NC State’s system, and their latest recruiting status.

1. Corinne Lomax

• Size/Position: 6’0″ W (Tabor Academy, MA; hometown Watertown, CT)
• Game Strengths: Athletic wing with strong scoring ability, rebounding from the perimeter, and defensive tools. High motor and versatility in transition and half-court sets.
• Concerns/Needs: Refining consistency in shooting and creation against elite length. Further skill expansion for Power 4 level.
• NC State Fit: Strong. Versatile perimeter player who brings athleticism, toughness, and multi-positional ability that aligns with Coach Wes Moore’s up-tempo, defensive-minded system.
• Recruiting Status: Rising national/Power 4 prospect. NC State offered (January 2026). Uncommitted.

2. Jordyn Palmer

• Size/Position: 6’1″ W (Westtown School, PA)
• Game Strengths: Savvy scorer who excels at reading defenses and attacking. Elite finisher at the rim with exceptional touch off the glass. Strong rebounder from the wing and solid facilitator. High motor and production.
• Concerns/Needs: Expanding perimeter volume and consistency. Handling increased physicality at the next level.
• NC State Fit: Very strong. Versatile wing who scores, rebounds, and plays with pace and toughness, fitting Moore’s preference for athletic, multi-dimensional perimeter players.
• Recruiting Status: #6 overall (ESPN/247Sports). 5-star. Offers from Rutgers, Maryland, LSU, South Carolina, and others. NC State offered. Uncommitted.

3. Qandace Samuels

• Size/Position: 6’1″ to 6’2″ SF/G (Bishop McNamara HS, MD)
• Game Strengths: Lengthy wing/forward with scoring ability from all levels, rebounding, and defensive impact. Athletic playmaker who contributes on both ends.
• Concerns/Needs: Improving shot consistency and decision-making. Further refinement of perimeter skills.
• NC State Fit: Strong. Versatile perimeter player who fits the athletic, defensive, and multi-positional profile NC State targets in the ACC.
• Recruiting Status: #14 ESPN. Strong national prospect. Offers from multiple Power conference programs. Uncommitted.

4. Ivanna Wilson-Manyacka

• Size/Position: 6’2″ G/SF/Wing (Bullis School, MD)
• Game Strengths: Elite two-way wing with size, athleticism, and versatility. Scores from all three levels with improved perimeter shooting and handle creativity. Strong finisher, two-way rebounder, and multi-positional defender. High motor and physical force combined with skill.
• Concerns/Needs: Perimeter shooting scalability and half-court creation vs. elite length. Adding off-ball movement and simple creation elements.
• NC State Fit: Excellent. Athletic, versatile wing who excels in scoring, defense, and rebounding, perfectly matching Moore’s emphasis on tough, multi-positional players.
• Recruiting Status: #2 overall (ESPN/247/On3 composite). 5-star. Offers from nearly every major Power program (South Carolina, UConn, Maryland, etc.). NC State offered (June 2025). Uncommitted.

5. Brookeslee Colvin

• Size/Position: 5’8″ PG (Coeur D’Alene HS, ID)
• Game Strengths: Skilled, quick point guard with strong playmaking, vision, and shooting ability.
• Concerns/Needs: Size and physicality against bigger/stronger guards. Finishing through contact at higher levels.
• NC State Fit: Good. Adds speed, ball-handling, and backcourt scoring/shooting in an up-tempo system.
• Recruiting Status: #37 ESPN. Solid national prospect. NC State offered (February 2026). Uncommitted.

6. Jazman Bailey

• Size/Position: 5’9″ PG (Lake Ridge HS, TX)
• Game Strengths: Dynamic scoring guard with strong creation ability, speed, and playmaking.
• Concerns/Needs: Decision-making under pressure and consistency. Physical development against college guards.
• NC State Fit: Solid. Adds scoring punch and quickness to the backcourt in a fast-paced offense.
• Recruiting Status: #42 ESPN. National prospect. NC State offered (June 2025). Uncommitted.

7. Jordan Speller

• Size/Position: 5’7″ PG (Montverde Academy, FL)
• Game Strengths: Quick, skilled lead guard with good vision and playmaking instincts.
• Concerns/Needs: Size limitations and strength. Finishing through contact and consistency.
• NC State Fit: Developmental option. Brings speed and facilitation to the backcourt.
• Recruiting Status: #43 ESPN. National prospect. Offers from multiple programs. Uncommitted.

8. Celsy Colombo

• Size/Position: 6’4″ F/PF (St. Mary’s HS, Lancaster, NY)
• Game Strengths: Size and physicality as a forward with scoring and rebounding ability inside and out. Developing post presence and versatility.
• Concerns/Needs: Mobility, footwork, and offensive polish. Consistency against elite competition.
• NC State Fit: Good. Adds frontcourt size, rebounding, and versatility for interior presence.
• Recruiting Status: Around #37 to #49 range (4-star). Offers from Michigan, Michigan State, Mississippi State, Syracuse, and others. NC State offered (May 2025). Uncommitted.

9. Ryan Carter

• Size/Position: 6’0″ CG (Friends’ Central School, PA)
• Game Strengths: Skilled combo guard with scoring ability, playmaking, and good size/length for the position.
• Concerns/Needs: Decision-making under pressure and defensive consistency.
• NC State Fit: Good. Adds backcourt depth with size, versatility, and perimeter skills.
• Recruiting Status: #12 ESPN. Top-15 national prospect. Offers from Power conference programs. Uncommitted.

10. Jemini Mitchell

• Size/Position: 6’1″ to 6’2″ CG/W (Legion Prep Academy, TX)
• Game Strengths: Athletic combo guard/wing with scoring punch and defensive ability. Length and versatility on the perimeter.
• Concerns/Needs: Shooting consistency and creation refinement. Physical development.
• NC State Fit: Solid. Versatile perimeter player who contributes scoring and defense.
• Recruiting Status: #16 ESPN. Top national prospect. Offers from Power programs. Uncommitted.

11. Avery Arije

• Size/Position: 6’0″ SG (Crestwood Prep, Toronto, ON)
• Game Strengths: Athletic guard/wing with scoring ability, length, and defensive tools.
• Concerns/Needs: Refinement of skills and consistency at the highest level.
• NC State Fit: Solid. Versatile perimeter piece who fits athletic and multi-positional needs.
• Recruiting Status: Top national prospect (around top 20). Offers from Power conference programs. Uncommitted.

12. Saniyah Murray

• Size/Position: 6’4″ PF (Harrison Central, Gulfport, MS)
• Game Strengths: Size and athleticism as a forward with rebounding and interior scoring potential. Length on defense.
• Concerns/Needs: Skill development, consistency, and half-court decision-making.
• NC State Fit: Good. Adds frontcourt size, rebounding, and versatility.
• Recruiting Status: Solid national prospect. Offers from multiple programs (including Power). Uncommitted.

13. De’Andra Minor

• Size/Position: 6’0″ CG (Grind Prep, OK)
• Game Strengths: Versatile guard who can play primary or off-ball. Attacks effectively, finishes through contact, and spaces the floor with 3-pointers. Skilled scorer and playmaker.
• Concerns/Needs: Refining decision-making as primary creator and physicality against higher competition.
• NC State Fit: Strong. Combo guard profile adds backcourt scoring, spacing, and versatility in transition and pace.
• Recruiting Status: Top-20 nationally (around #17 ESPN/247). Offers from many Power programs (Oklahoma, Kentucky, etc.). NC State offered (August 2025). Uncommitted.

14. Taylor Brown

• Size/Position: 5’6″ PG (Long Island Lutheran, NY)
• Game Strengths: Quick, skilled lead guard with playmaking ability and scoring touch.
• Concerns/Needs: Size limitations against bigger/stronger guards. Physicality and finishing through contact.
• NC State Fit: Solid backup option. Adds speed and ball-handling in an up-tempo system.
• Recruiting Status: Mid-tier national prospect. Offers from various programs. NC State has shown interest. Uncommitted.

15. Jayla Forbes

• Size/Position: 6’7″ C (FL, Montverde Academy)
• Game Strengths: Size and length in the post. Rim protection and interior presence as a developing big.
• Concerns/Needs: Offensive production, footwork consistency, and adapting to faster college pace.
• NC State Fit: Good depth option. Adds height and interior size for rebounding and protection.
• Recruiting Status: Top-20 (around #15 ESPN). Offers from various Power/mid-major programs. Uncommitted.

16. Jada Jackson

• Size/Position: 6’2″ F (TX)
• Game Strengths: Size and athleticism as a forward. Scoring and rebounding potential inside and out.
• Concerns/Needs: Skill development, consistency, and defensive positioning.
• NC State Fit: Decent. Adds frontcourt size and versatility.
• Recruiting Status: Solid national prospect (around top 20-30 range). Offers from Power programs. Uncommitted.

17. Kendall Hulsman

• Size/Position: 6’7″ C (Long Island Lutheran, NY)
• Game Strengths: Height and length for rim protection, rebounding, and interior presence. Developing post game.
• Concerns/Needs: Offensive polish, mobility, and strength against college bigs.
• NC State Fit: Good developmental big. Provides interior size and rim protection.
• Recruiting Status: National prospect with offers from various programs. Uncommitted.

18. Destiny Manyawu

• Size/Position: 6’3″ F (MO)
• Game Strengths: Athletic forward with scoring, rebounding, and length on defense.
• Concerns/Needs: Consistency, skill refinement, and half-court decision-making.
• NC State Fit: Solid. Versatile forward who can stretch or play inside.
• Recruiting Status: Solid national prospect. Offers from multiple programs. Uncommitted.

19. Samari Holmen

• Size/Position: PG (TX)
• Game Strengths: Playmaking guard with speed and vision.
• Concerns/Needs: Scoring consistency, size, and physicality.
• NC State Fit: Potential backcourt addition for pace and facilitation.
• Recruiting Status: Regional/national prospect with offers. Uncommitted.

20. Jalynn Belton

• Size/Position: PG (FL)
• Game Strengths: Quick guard with playmaking and scoring potential.
• Concerns/Needs: Size, physicality, and consistency.
• NC State Fit: Potential developmental guard for backcourt speed.
• Recruiting Status: National prospect with offers. Uncommitted.

21. Micah Ojo

• Size/Position: 6’1″ SF/W (VA; Princess Anne HS)
• Game Strengths: Athletic wing with scoring, rebounding, and defensive tools. Length, motor, and versatility. Rising prospect.
• Concerns/Needs: Offensive polish and consistency.
• NC State Fit: Strong. Versatile wing who fits the athletic, multi-positional profile.
• Recruiting Status: Top-10 nationally (#7 ESPN). Rising national prospect. Offers from Power programs. Uncommitted.

22. Abuna Ruop

• Size/Position: 6’9″ C (Norfolk Christian, VA; originally South Sudan)
• Game Strengths: Elite size and length for rim protection, altering shots, and interior presence. Rebounding ability.
• Concerns/Needs: Offensive development, footwork/mobility, and adapting to college physicality and pace.
• NC State Fit: Good. Adds much-needed height and rim protection for the frontcourt.
• Recruiting Status: National prospect (reclassified to 2027). Offers from Clemson, Georgia Tech, Rutgers, Wake Forest, Maryland, Virginia Tech, Texas, and others. NC State offered. Uncommitted.

23. Jezelle Banks (“GG”)

• Size/Position: 5’9″ PG/CG (St. James Academy / Ursuline, DE/VA area)
• Game Strengths: Dynamic lead guard with high-usage efficiency. Scores (17+ PPG), assists with strong A:TO ratio, and steals. Excellent pick-and-roll creator, three-level threat, and savvy on-ball defender. Rebounder for a guard.
• Concerns/Needs: Adding advanced counters (e.g., Spain/Ghost screens). Sustaining efficiency vs. elite length.
• NC State Fit: Strong. High-motor guard who creates offense, defends, and fits an up-tempo style.
• Recruiting Status: Top-5 nationally (#4 ESPN/247). 5-star. Heavy interest from LSU, South Carolina, and others. Uncommitted.

24. Kalei Cawthorn

• Size/Position: 5’9″ G (Rolling Hills Prep, CA)
• Game Strengths: Athletic guard with scoring and defensive ability.
• Concerns/Needs: Consistency and further skill refinement.
• NC State Fit: Potential perimeter addition for athleticism and defense.
• Recruiting Status: National prospect with offers. Uncommitted.

25. Laila Coleman

• Size/Position: 5’10” G (Wise, MD)
• Game Strengths: Skilled guard with scoring and playmaking ability.
• Concerns/Needs: Physical development and consistency.
• NC State Fit: Solid local/regional option for backcourt depth.
• Recruiting Status: Regional/national prospect with offers. Uncommitted.