Boys 3A Regionals Breakdown

This year's regional fields are loaded with programs built on toughness, continuity, and emerging young talent ready to make their mark. Across all four regions, you'll find battle‑tested guards who have carried their teams through conference play, versatile wings beginning to blossom into matchup problems, and interior anchors whose growth could swing a postseason run. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR & @VortexSportsArkansas.   Boys 3A-1 Regional Tournament   Prospects playing in 1st Round Matchups:   Game 1 - Subiaco Academy vs West Fork   Subiaco Academy: [player_tooltip player_id='2731357' first='Justiz' last='Butler']    [player_tooltip player_id='2731357' first='Justiz' last='Butler'] continues to emerge as one of the more intriguing guards in the 3A landscape, giving Subiaco Academy a steady, competitive presence in the backcourt. He plays with a composed pace, rarely sped up, and shows a natural feel for creating advantages off the bounce. Butler's ability to get downhill forces rotations, and he's at his best when he's attacking gaps and finishing through contact.    Game 2 - Lincoln vs Lamar   Lamar: [player_tooltip player_id='3010610' first='Kade' last='Boen']    [player_tooltip player_id='3010610' first='Kade' last='Boen'] is one of the more intriguing long-term wings in the 3A field, bringing a 6'5 frame and a smooth, perimeter-friendly skill set to Lamar's lineup. He's a matchup problem when he gets downhill, using his length to finish above or around contests, and he shows flashes of real versatility as a slasher who can slide between the SG/SF spots.    Game 4 - Paris vs Elkins   Elkins: [player_tooltip player_id='2461817' first='Jackson' last='Hallam']    [player_tooltip player_id='2461817' first='Jackson' last='Hallam'] was a hero in last year's playoff run, and he returns as one of the most battle‑tested guards in the 3A field. He brings a competitive edge to Elkins' backcourt, playing with confidence in big moments and showing the poise of someone who's already delivered when the stakes were highest. With his experience and late‑game composure, Hallam is the kind of player who can swing momentum in a regional environment.    Boys 3A-2 Regional Tournament   Prospects playing in 1st Round Matchups:   Game 1 - Flippin vs Rivercrest   Flippin: Tucker Thompson    Tucker Thompson is a key piece for Flippin and one of the more competitive guards in the 3A‑2 field. He brings toughness to the court, plays with confidence, and has a knack for making timely plays on both ends. Thompson does a strong job getting into the paint, using his physicality to finish or draw help, and he's shown the ability to knock down shots when rhythm touches come his way.    Game 2 - Newport vs Melbourne   Newport: Jesyn Russell    Russell plays with an edge, attacks gaps with purpose, and forces defenses to account for his ability to get paint touches. Russell's strength and balance allow him to finish through contact, and he brings real value as a defender who embraces matchups and applies pressure for four quarters.    Game 3 - Osceola vs Cave City   Cave City: [player_tooltip player_id='2426780' first='Garyn' last='High']   Game 4 - Bergman vs Manila   Bergman: [player_tooltip player_id='2917674' first='Hayden' last='Jones'], Jace Holt   Boys 3A-3 Regional Tournament   Prospects playing in 1st Round Matchups:   Game 4 - Riverview vs Jessieville   Riverview: [player_tooltip player_id='2393254' first='Trelyn' last='Shepard'], [player_tooltip player_id='2422995' first='Shannon' last='Moore']    Shannon gives Riverview a solid guard who thrives in up‑tempo games and brings value to the perimeter. As his perimeter consistency continues to grow, he becomes an even more dynamic two‑way piece for a Riverview group that leans heavily on guard play. Moore's competitiveness and activity level make him a name to track in the 3A‑3 field.    Boys 3A-4 Regional Tournament   Prospects playing in 1st Round Matchups:   Game 1 - McGehee vs Fouke   McGehee: [player_tooltip player_id='2396133' first='Ja'Corrian' last='Love']   Game 3 - Genoa Central vs Lakeside   Genoa Central: [player_tooltip player_id='3042164' first='Peyton' last='Hicks']    Hicks is a physical interior presence with a growing face‑up skill set, giving Genoa Central a versatile big who's starting to blend traditional power forward toughness with emerging small‑forward tools. He competes on the glass, anchors the paint with effort, and finishes well around the rim, but what makes him intriguing long‑term is the way his perimeter flashes are beginning to take shape.    Game 4 - DeWitt vs Bismarck   DeWitt: [player_tooltip player_id='2300186' first='Xavier' last='Cox'], [player_tooltip player_id='2989066' first='Lathyn' last='Cox']

This year's regional fields are loaded with programs built on toughness, continuity, and emerging young talent ready to make their mark. Across all four regions, you'll find battle‑tested guards who have carried their teams through conference play, versatile wings beginning to blossom into matchup problems, and interior anchors whose growth could swing a postseason run. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR & @VortexSportsArkansas.