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Top 2026 Recruit Caleb Holt Commits to Arizona Wildcats

3/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Caleb Holt, a five-star shooting guard and the No. 4 overall recruit in the 2026 class from Prolific Prep, has committed to the Arizona Wildcats.
He chose Arizona over Alabama, Houston, and Kentucky.
He announced his decision on ESPN's First Take.
He has a strong relationship with Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd, who previously coached him with the USA Basketball U19 team.

History

Historical Context

In 2021, the USA Basketball U19 team won the FIBA U19 World Cup, showcasing talents like Caleb Holt under Coach Tommy Lloyd. This victory followed a tradition of strong youth basketball programs, which have increasingly influenced college recruitment decisions. Holt's commitment to the Arizona Wildcats over Alabama and Kentucky reflects the growing significance of these programs in shaping future athletes.

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Story summary

Caleb Holt, a five-star shooting guard and the No. 4 overall recruit in the 2026 class from Prolific Prep, has committed to the Arizona Wildcats.
He chose Arizona over Alabama, Houston, and Kentucky.
He announced his decision on ESPN's First Take.
He has a strong relationship with Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd, who previously coached him with the USA Basketball U19 team.

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