Under the Radar Standouts on Class 3 No. 1 Seeds

Earl Austin February 20, 2026 @ 03:19 PM

The postseason gets underway next week with districts playoffs for small schools in Classes 1-3. Prep Hoops Missouri begins its district previews by taking a look at some Under the Radar standout players who have led their teams to No. 1 seeds in the upcoming Class 3 district playoffs.     [player_tooltip player_id='2429228' first='Hudson' last='Bock'] (Palmyra): A 6'0" 2027 guard who as elevated into a prime-time role in the past two seasons in following his standout brother Bear, a 2025 standout. Hudson led the Panthers to a district championship last season and another No. 1 seed this year. He can score from all three levels and he can shoot it well from 3-point range. He handles the ball well and he has a nice feel for the game.     [player_tooltip player_id='2536500' first='Drew' last='Young'] (Dixon): A 6'2" 2026 guard who has been one of the top players in the Frisco League throughout his career. He is a tough cover because he attacks the basket well and can finish in the lane. He compliments his strong drive game with his ability to shoot it from 3-point range.     [player_tooltip player_id='2966423' first='Carlaun' last='Nelson'] (Miller Career Academy): A 6'1" 2026 guard who has been one of the top scoring threats in the St. Louis area. He is capable of putting up big numbers on any night. He has scored more than 30 points multiple times and he also put up 50 points in a game against Class 6 power Chaminade. He is a good athlete who can score it from all three levels.     [player_tooltip player_id='2352733' first='Jax' last='Baxter'] (Stockton): A 6'6" 2026 forward who is one of the most versatile players in the SWMO area. He does everything for Stockton. Not only is he the primary scoring threat, but he is also a strong ball handler and facilitator. He uses his height to go inside and score and he also excels on the perimeter with his shooting and driving ability.     [player_tooltip player_id='2915430' first='Wyatt' last='Henry'] (Seymour): A 6'8" 2026 forward who is one of the top small school in the Class 3 ranks. We got a good look at him at a Prep Hoops Showcase event in October and was impressed with his athleticism and versatile skill set. When he's not attacking the rim and throwing down dunks, he can also stretch the floor with his 3-point shooting.     [player_tooltip player_id='2966396' first='Raife' last='Smith'] (Mid Buchanan): A 6'2" 2026 guard who is one of the top players in the NWMO area. He is a potent offensive player who is always probing the defense in search of open lanes to attack. He can create well off the dribble with his smooth handles. He can score inside with his strength and he can hit the mid-range jumper off the pull up.     [player_tooltip player_id='2717774' first='Parker' last='Tune'] (Mt. View Liberty): A 6'3" 2026 lefty guard who has been the Eagles' top scorer for the past two seasons. He is a resourceful offensive player who can get it done in a variety of ways. He can drive it effectively and also shoot it from 3-point range. He is a solid offensive rebounder who gets putbacks.     Liem Potter (Carrollton): A 6'2" 2028 point guard who is a talented young playmaker and scoring threat. He has good positional size and a smooth shooting stroke from 3-point range. He has led Carrollton to a 16-9 record.     Zayden Fisher (Lafayette County): A 5'10" 2026 point guard who is an excellent playmaker with the ability to score. He is a crafty ball handler who can work his way into the lane and can play well off two feet. He distributes the ball well and he can also shoot it from long distance.

The postseason gets underway next week with districts playoffs for small schools in Classes 1-3. Prep Hoops Missouri begins its district previews by taking a look at some Under the Radar standout players who have led their teams to No. 1 seeds in the upcoming Class 3 district playoffs.