Class of 2026 Rankings Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri released its Class of 2026 rankings this week. Here is a look at some of the top stock risers in the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1501486' first='Ben' last='Akoro'] (Principia): A smooth 6'7 small forward who has a very strong game from 15 feet and in. He is averaging 10 points and seven rebounds a game for the 19-6 Panthers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2111114' first='Tre' last='Paulding'] (Lee's Summit North): A 6'4 shooting guard with excellent athleticism and good fundamentals. He is averaging 12 points and six rebounds a game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1850444' first='Josh' last='Kori'] (Oak Park): A 6'4 guard with prime time athleticism and an active motor at both ends of the court. He is averaging 10 points and four rebounds a game for the 23-3 Northmen, who are one of the top teams in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1872262' first='Reese' last='Kimrey'] (Kickapoo): A 6'0 point guard who was emerged as one of the top young players in the SWMO area. He has a high basketball IQ and the ability to distribute the ball. He also hits big shots in key situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2090481' first='Jason' last='Stokes'] (MICDS): A 6'3 guard who is an excellent two-way performer with his length and athleticism. He is averaging 10 points and four rebounds while shooting 50 percent from the field for the 20-5 Rams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1598832' first='Grady' last='Payton'] (Capital City): A 6'7 forward with good length along with the ability to stretch the floor with his :-point shooting. He had a bunch of strong performances in his first year of getting consistent varsity minutes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1878296' first='Ron' last='Henry'] (Principia): A 6'7 forward with good size and who plays with a high motor. He is very active on the boards and he's improved offensive as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->