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Scout Report
When a 6-6 power forward from Louisiana accumulates 37 Division I offers before his junior year even begins, college coaches are clearly seeing something special.
Background
Hailing from Ruston, Louisiana, Ahmad Hudson has emerged as one of the premier big men in the 2027 recruiting class while suiting up for Ruston High School. The versatile forward has garnered national attention through his prep career, building a reputation that extends far beyond the borders of Louisiana. Hudson teams up with fellow standout Darren Ford, a 2028 combo guard ranked 40th nationally, giving Ruston a formidable frontcourt-backcourt duo that has college scouts flocking to their games.
Playing Style
Hudson brings an intriguing blend of size and skill that makes him a matchup nightmare at the power forward position. At 6-6, he possesses the length and athleticism to impact games on both ends of the floor, with the versatility to step away from the basket and create offensive opportunities. His ability to stretch the floor while maintaining interior presence gives coaches flexibility in their offensive schemes. Hudson shows strong basketball IQ and court awareness, making smart decisions with the ball and displaying the kind of fundamental soundness that translates well to the college level.
Recruitment
With his national ranking of 24th in the 2027 class and an impressive offer sheet that includes powerhouse programs like LSU, Alabama, Auburn, Texas A&M, Arkansas, and Baylor among 37 total Division I scholarships, Hudson sits in an enviable position. The in-state Tigers appear to be making a strong push, but with blue-blood programs from across the country involved, his recruitment should remain highly competitive. His ceiling projects as a multi-year impact player who could develop into a cornerstone piece for whichever program lands his commitment.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Ruston
PREP SCHOOL
Career Highlights
2024 Doc Edwards Tournament MVP!
Fresh off a football playoff run that took Ruston to the Division I Non-Select State Championship Game, sophomore Ahmad Hudson is looking to help lead the Bearcats on a deep run on the hardwood as well
after watching that first Ahmad Hudson TD in memorial stadium
blessed to receive and offer from California state university
When Hudson is here next it's #TheGamePart2
you a dawg I seen the film you bout to do number at Nebraska
hes missing a fucking basketball game because of weather
Offers
37
LSU
Nebraska
Texas A&M
Alabama
Arizona StateHighlights
Social Activity
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(FINAL: Ruston 72, ASH 52) Statement win by the Bearcats as they hand the Trojans their third loss. ASH's last lead was at 13-12 and then Ruston just took over. KeShun Malcolm: 23 pts, 4 stls Ahmad Hudson: 20 pts, 14 reb, 5 blks Darren Ford: 18 pts, 5 reb, 3 ast https://t.co/5mZzcwuobX
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