Rivals' national analyst Rob Cassidy recently caught up with intriguing 2026 prospect Jordan Smith Jr., who is currently ranked No. 22 in the class. The 6-3 guard discussed the early portion of his recruitment, and noted Villanova as a team that has been involved early, including a visit to campus, and had some encouraging comments. Smith Jr. noted that 'Nova "felt like home a little bit" while citing the energy in the building, the culture and the style of play as things that caught his attention. You can read his full comments at the link below.
Smith Jr. plays at Paul VI in Virginia, a familiar spot for 'Nova recruiting. It appears he will become a name to watch in the 2026 class.
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Smith Jr. plays at Paul VI in Virginia, a familiar spot for 'Nova recruiting. It appears he will become a name to watch in the 2026 class.