Hunter Te Ratana
"Athlete 🏀 c/o 2026 | 6'5 | Combo Guard/Wing | NZ Rep | 2024 FIBA U17 World Cup - 4th | Darrow School | BABC 🇳🇿🥝🇼🇸"
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Scout Report
Standing 6'5" with guard skills, this New York prospect represents the modern basketball archetype that college coaches covet most.
Background
Suiting up for Darrow School in New Lebanon, New York, Te Ratana has developed his craft in the competitive northeastern prep landscape. The 2026 prospect has utilized his time at the small boarding school to refine his skill set while competing against quality competition throughout the region.
Playing Style
Te Ratana's 6'5" frame paired with guard skills creates natural versatility that translates across multiple positions on the floor. His size advantage allows him to see over smaller defenders in the backcourt while possessing the ball-handling and perimeter skills to create offense. The length and athleticism suggest strong defensive potential, particularly in switching schemes that require guarding multiple positions. As he continues developing his body and refining his shooting consistency, Te Ratana projects as a player who could impact winning through his two-way versatility.
Recruitment
Currently without reported Division I offers, Te Ratana represents a potential sleeper prospect in the 2026 class who could see his recruitment accelerate with strong showings on the AAU circuit. His combination of size, position versatility, and development timeline suggests he could be an attractive option for mid-major programs looking for a multi-positional guard who can contribute immediately while having room for continued growth.
Updated Feb 10, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
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Thank you for the acknowledgement @BasketBullhoops great tournament, thank you for having us 🙏❤️
🚨 New NEPSAC boys Top 10! 🚨 Darrow is soaring into winter break after a signature victory over Putnam Science. Latest NEPSAC power rankings from @steve_hewitt: https://t.co/iIJATd7svs https://t.co/J3GhdtQGVb
Prep Division - Darrow School AAA def. Putnam Science NEBL 67-61 #earnyourchance #exposurebball https://x.com/BasketBullhoops/status/2001730410280112366/photo/1
#TheNEBL Darrow 80. CATS 76. Final https://x.com/The_NEBL/status/2002162796797309192/photo/1
Stoked to get the dub with the boys over #1 ranked and defending champs Putnam #goDucks #darrowhoops #darrowducks https://x.com/hunterteratana/status/2001942701093294258/video/1