Washington basketball to host local four-star guard on official visit

Danny Sprinkle and the Washington Huskies are set to host one of the nation's top prospects on an official visit on September 5 when four-star guard Jimmie Haywood returns home.

The 6-foot-3, 170-pound product of Compass Prep in Chandler, Arizona, who is ranked as the No. 128 overall prospect and No. 15 shooting guard in the 2027 class by 247Sports, began his career at Garfield High School in Seattle before moving south.

Now, as Sprinkle prioritizes local talent as he continues to rebuild the program, Haywood could emerge as a top target for the Huskies in the months leading up to signing day.

Among Sprinkle's other top targets in the 2027 class is another local product, five-star guard Jalen Davis out of Bremerton High School, and as the Huskies look to replenish the depth on their roster through the high school ranks, the pair has the potential to become building blocks for their hometown team.

During his visit, Haywood will also likely be accompanied by five-star power forward Ahmed Nur , who is slated to arrive on Sunday, September 6. Washington is also expected to host one of the top players in the 2028 class, five-star guard Jordan Mize, on Friday, September 18.