"The High-Flying Flame Who Turns Every Court Into His Stage"

Brendan Slack

@Brendan_Slack

6’4, 180lbs, Class of 2026

Ida Baker HS, FL

Brendan steps onto the floor with the electricity of a rising star built to take over games. At 6'4 with explosive athleticism and a long 6'7 wingspan, he instantly changes the temperature of a gym. His scoring comes from everywhere. Smooth outside shooting. Confident pull-ups off the dribble. Violent finishes above the rim, fueled by a 36-inch standing vertical. Brendan mixes shooting touch with dynamic ball handling, letting him create open looks at will while still attacking the rim with power. What separates him is the completeness of his game. He is a three-level scorer with athletic pop, but also a communicator, leader, and worker who brings energy, toughness, and big game presence every single night.

He backed it all up last season, averaging 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 blocks per game, while leading Ida Baker with a breakout season. His fall league production was even more eye-catching, averaging 26 points per game against top Southwest Florida programs. That momentum followed a showcase event where Brendan exploded for 31 points, including 5 dunks, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 6 steals against Gulf Coast Heat, earning All-Tournament Team honors. He also went off for 24 points, including 2 dunks, adding 8 rebounds, and 3 steals versus Imagine School at North Port. His blend of scoring, defensive swagger, and above-the-rim finishing has already caught the attention of scouts and evaluators statewide.

His growth is nonstop. Brendan’s biggest improvement has been his increased vertical and finishing explosiveness, turning him into a true mismatch who can elevate over defenders. This offseason, he is sharpening his floater with his off hand and mastering reads off screens to create even better scoring windows. What drives him is momentum, energy, the moment the gym shifts, and his team starts rolling. He thrives when he feels that surge and becomes the spark that pushes it forward. Off the court, he lifts, runs track, travels, and brings the same focus into everything he does.

Brendan has embraced being a leader for Ida Baker, guiding teammates on and off the court. Coaches know what they are getting every time he checks in. He's a dedicated worker and communicator, serving as a high-motor guard who takes pride in leading, competing, and setting a tone built on toughness and effort. His calm approach to adversity, focus on playmaking, and relentless push to elevate his game all point to a player quickly ascending.

He currently holds offers from Jackson College and Daytona Beach Christian University, with interest from FSW and other programs now beginning to track his rise. And he is just getting started. Ida Baker, one of the largest schools in Southwest Florida, is gearing up for what Brendan believes can be its best season ever, and he fully expects to meet top competition head-on.

I assess that Brendan’s mix of athletic scoring, long frame, and versatile defensive presence makes him an instant impact piece for college programs. His ability to create his own shot, shoot off the dribble, and finish above the rim gives him multiple ways to attack any matchup. Combine that with elite activity on the boards and a true playmaking mindset, and he becomes a guard who elevates everyone around him.

Brendan is poised to have a major breakout season as one of Florida’s most dynamic Class of 2026 guards. His scoring efficiency, growing leadership, and explosive athletic bounce point to a high ceiling. As he continues to perfect his reads and expand his decision-making, expect his stock to skyrocket and his impact to keep climbing. He is a rising name to remember, dangerous now, and even more dangerous in what lies ahead. Stay tuned.