Jalyn Collingwood
#92"6’6 Hooper | C/O 2026 | Sidwell Friends School"
Mississippi State
Scout Report
When a top-100 recruit in the nation's capital finds his perfect fit early in the process, it speaks volumes about both the player's maturity and the program's vision.
Background
Hailing from Washington, DC, Jalyn Collingwood has developed his craft at Sidwell Friends School, one of the area's premier academic and athletic institutions. The 6-5 forward has been a cornerstone of a loaded Quakers roster that features multiple nationally-ranked prospects across three different classes. His recruitment gained serious momentum on the elite AAU circuit, where his combination of size, skill, and basketball IQ caught the attention of major programs nationwide.
Playing Style
Collingwood brings the prototypical modern small forward skill set with his 6-5 frame and developing perimeter game. He possesses the versatility to play multiple positions, capable of stepping out and knocking down shots from beyond the arc while also using his length and athleticism to attack the rim. His court vision and passing ability allow him to facilitate for teammates, making him a valuable connector piece in offensive sets. While still refining his consistency from three-point range, his motor and defensive potential give him a solid foundation to build upon at the next level.
Recruitment
With 14 Division I offers from programs like Ohio State, Michigan State, Texas Tech, and Vanderbilt, Collingwood had plenty of high-major options before committing to Mississippi State. His early commitment to the Bulldogs suggests strong mutual interest and belief in the program's direction under their coaching staff. At #91 nationally in the 2026 class, he projects as a player who could develop into a key contributor with his combination of size, skill, and basketball intelligence.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Mississippi State
COLLEGE
Sidwell Friends School
PREP SCHOOL
Offers
14
Mississippi State
Committed
Chose Mississippi State over 13 other offers
Ohio State
Michigan State
Texas Tech
Vanderbilt
Arizona StateSocial Activity
Forward Jalyn Collingwood signs with Mississippi State https://247sports.com/college/mississippi-state/article/jalyn-collingwood-2026-signing-day-mississippi-state--261157464/
Jalyn Collingwood. 𝐃𝐀𝐖𝐆. #HailState | @ja1yn_ https://x.com/HailStateMBK/status/1988741097846079688/photo/1
Mississippi State continues to build for the future 🐶🔥 The Bulldogs have landed their third commitment in the Class of 2026, securing talented 6’6 prospect Jalyn Collingwood (New World) — a physical, versatile scorer who’s been shining on the national stage all year. Full https://t.co/M4arvL8J6S
Mississippi State’s 2026 class is off to a very impressive start so far as their trio of commits currently have #HailState rated as the 11th best overall by @247Sports: 6’6 SF Jalyn Collingwood • No. 88 recruit 6’4 SG Willie Burnett III • No. 109 recruit 6’9 PF Ladarius Givan https://t.co/XQhHourjFg
Recruiting Roundup: Jalyn Collingwood 🔗⤵️ https://x.com/_proinsight/status/1979549739977998473/photo/1