Class C 2026 Playoff First Round- Players to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The basketball playoffs are currently in progress in Louisiana, with the initial round of Class C games scheduled from February 17-19, 2026. We anticipate excellent basketball matchups across all parishes hosting these first-round games. The ranked pairings include (16) Johnson Bayou versus (17) Hornbeck, (13) Maurepas versus (20) Claiborne Christian, (14) Gibsland-Coleman versus (19) Dodson, and (15) Summerfield versus (18) Plainview. All other teams will advance directly to the second round. Kindly scroll down to view information on the top players and standout performers participating in this first round of playoff action. Thank you.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Did you miss my most recent article? You can access it via the Link</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2026/02/winnfield-lady-tigers-defend-the-den/">Winnfield Lady Tigers - Defend the Den | Prep Girls Hoops</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2026/01/whos-bringing-that-heat-class-of-2027/">Who's Bringing That Heat? - Class of 2027 | Prep Girls Hoops</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2026/02/seniors-night-where-memories-are-made-and-legacies-honored/">Seniors Night- Where Memories are made and Legacies Honored. | Prep Girls Hoops</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You are welcome to follow me on Instagram or X at @Coachlathan for additional content or upcoming announcements.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":1757136,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Lillian Young","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Plainview High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6994bf042a7c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lillian Young, a power forward for the Plainview High School Lady Hornets, wears jersey number 24 and is a member of the class of 2026. During her freshman year, Lillian achieved a state title with her previous team, Fairview High School, earning a championship ring. Lillian is recognized as an exceptional basketball player and a skilled athlete. Her past achievements and experiences are instrumental in guiding her current team to a first-round playoff appearance, which is quite exciting. She is a formidable presence on the court, known for her ability to score from various positions and her tenacious defense. We extend our best wishes to her and her teammates as she concludes her final basketball season in the playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jordan Allen","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'6u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12121","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Gibsland-Coleman","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6994bf042a8ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jordan Allen, a combo guard for the Gibsland-Coleman Lady Bulldogs, wears jersey number 14 and is a member of the class of 2026. Jordan is an exceptional all-around player on the court, consistently performing well for her team throughout her final high school basketball season. In her last regular game, she achieved 17 points, a 50 percent field goal percentage, and a 20 percent three-point percentage. Jordan is a versatile three-level scorer who demands close attention and tight defense. Any offensive errors she may make are quickly compensated for by her impressive hustle and ability to apply pressure on the defensive end. We wish Jordan and her team the best of luck in their final playoff run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Rylin Bush","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12121","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"HORNBECK HIGH SCHOOL","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6994bf042a9f7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rylin Bush, a combo guard for the Lady Hornets of Hornbeck High School, wears jersey number 33 and is a member of the class of 2028. Rylin is a formidable player from beyond the arc, possessing the ability to sink open three-pointers and drive to the basket. She is also a skilled ball handler, capable of navigating defensive pressure effectively. Rylin excels in transition play and is adept at finding open teammates for easy scores. Her contributions are anticipated to be significant to her team's success in the first round of the playoffs against the 16th-ranked Johnson Bayou.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Virginia Hoolan","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12120","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Summerfield High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6994bf042aaed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Virginia Hoolan, a power forward and center for the Summerfield High School Lady Rebels, wears jersey number 2 and is a member of the class of 2026. Her height provides a significant advantage in the Class C division, as few other players possess her stature or long arms, which are instrumental in securing rebounds, establishing a strong presence in the paint, protecting the rim, and contributing put-back scores. Despite her tall and slender build, Virginia is known for her tenacious pursuit of rebounds, her ability to score, and her shot-blocking prowess. This marks her final regular season and playoff appearance, and we extend our best wishes to her and her teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Adilyn Thomas","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Claiborne Christian","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6994bf042abf1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Adilyn Thomas, a point guard for Claiborne Christian, wears jersey number 23 for the Lady Crusaders. Adilyn is a member of the class of 2029. Adilyn is a strong scoring option for her team, demonstrating the ability to successfully shoot three-pointers and jump shots. However, her defensive capabilities are where she truly excels; she consistently competes for the ball regardless of the score. She is a dedicated freshman who appears to be continually developing and learning the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->