Oklahoma
Scout Report
When a 6-7 power forward from rural Alabama starts collecting offers from SEC powerhouses and national programs, college coaches know they've found something special.
Background
Hailing from Moundville, Alabama, Gage Mayfield has emerged as one of the premier big men prospects in the class of 2026 while suiting up for Hale County High School. His rise through the recruiting ranks has been meteoric, catching the attention of major college programs across the country as he's developed into a versatile forward with serious upside. The Alabama native has become a coveted target on the national recruiting circuit.
Playing Style
Mayfield brings an intriguing blend of size and skill to the power forward position, standing 6-7 with room to add strength to his frame. His versatility allows him to operate both inside and away from the basket, creating matchup problems for opposing defenses. He shows good court awareness and basketball IQ for his age, understanding how to use his length effectively on both ends of the floor. While still developing his consistency, Mayfield possesses the raw tools and fundamentals that suggest significant upside as he continues to mature physically.
Recruitment
With 19 Division I offers already in hand, including prestigious programs like Oklahoma, Tennessee, Florida State, and multiple SEC schools, Mayfield has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners. His national ranking of #73 in the class of 2026 reflects his status as a high-major prospect with the potential to make an immediate impact at the college level.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Oklahoma
COLLEGE
Hale County
PREP SCHOOL
Career Highlights
Gage Mayfield nominated for the McDonald's All-American Game
Gage Mayfield named LakePoint Sports' Basketball Player of the Year
Gage Mayfield with a monster game for the Wildcats
Gage Mayfield, the No. 60 overall recruit in the 2026 class, has committed to Oklahoma
2026 4⭐️ Gage Mayfield has committed to Oklahoma and Porter Moser
Offers
19
Oklahoma
Committed
Chose Oklahoma over 18 other offers
Tennessee
Florida State
Vanderbilt
Alabama
AuburnSocial Activity
Gage Mayfield UAA Finals Highlights! @Gagemayfield4 @Pro1Basketball @UANextBHoops https://t.co/ArGBbpKAPq
After a great conversation with Coach Byington, I am blessed to have earned an offer from Vanderbilt University! #gocommodores @Pro1Basketball https://t.co/ETCK5q4ZaH
NEWS: 4⭐️ Gage Mayfield (@Gagemayfield4) is down to five schools, he tells @Rivals: Tennessee, Michigan, Oklahoma, Vanderbilt, Florida State The 6-7 small forward and top-75 overall recruit discusses his finalists: https://t.co/LWAcfFsWIP https://t.co/QYhc1PVXcz
Gage Mayfield has glaring physical tools - strength, length, athleticism, early inside-out skill - and a long runway to keep putting it all together. Should be just scratching the surface. UAA Summer Scouting Series: https://t.co/PVuTz1i91v https://t.co/DUoDv81DCx