Three Stripes Alliance Recap: Class of 2021 Forwards
Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2021 forwards from last weekend’s Three Stripes Alliance at the Center of St. Louis Sports in Affton, MO. Yaya Keita 6’9″ Gateway 17U: The power forward from DeSmet had…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2021 forwards from last weekend’s Three Stripes Alliance at the Center of St. Louis Sports in Affton, MO.
Yaya Keita 6’9″ Gateway 17U: The power forward from DeSmet had the best motor in the tournament, which helped Gateway win the 17U championship. He threw down a spectacular dunk in transition after running the full length of the court of filling the lane. He controls the defensive glass while blocking and altering shots. He was also one of the best at diving on the floor for loose balls and saving possessions for his team. Another big improvement in his game has been his free throw shooting.
Sam Thompson 6’9″ Larry Hughes Basketball Academy: The skilled big from Francis Howell was excellent in leading LHBA to the championship in the 16U Division. He displayed his offensive skills around the basket and also from the perimeter, but he is also an unselfish player who is a willing passer. When he faced double teams, his teammates moved hard without the ball because they knew big Sam was going to kick it out. He also runs the court well for a big kid. He already holds a Division offer from Missouri State.
Sekou Gassama 6’10” Gateway 17U: The long, athletic big helped Gateway win the 17U championship with his spirited play in the paint. He battles for position in the post even against bigger, physical players and he loves to get out and run the court like a gazelle. He scored on some tough buckets in the post in the championship game and showcased his much improved free throw shooting during the weekend. He and his twin tower Yaya Keita both picked up offers from Tulsa after the weekend.
Quentin Hall 6’6″ Team Ramey 2021: The hard-working post player from McCluer North enjoyed another productive weekend as he put up more double-doubles during the tournament. His activity rate was high, especially on the boards where he was one of the top rebounders in the tournament. He was even blocking shots while coming over from the weak side.
Jalen Hampton 6’5″ Gateway: A versatile combo forward from University City who played with a lot of bounce and energy in helping his team to the Final Four of the 17U division while playing up a level. When he gets out on the break, several slam dunks are in order. He uses his quickness and athleticism to beat his man on the boards for quick put backs. He can score inside, but he’s better when he’s putting it on the floor against bigger defenders.
John Wilson 6’6″ Knights Basketball Academy:The big-bodied post player from St. Charles West caused defenders many problems with his massive size and ability to establish his position in the paint. His game was meat and potatoes, but very effective as he finished strong around the basket and rebounded well.
Omarian Henry 6’6″ Team Ramey CCM: A very athletic forward from Normandy who has the ability to score in the post, but he’s more comfortable when he’s able to face his defender and beat him off the dribble with his quickness. He is very explosive and he gets out and runs for slam dunks in transition. He is still in the development stage and he has a big upside.
Logan Wich 6’7″ Larry Hughes Basketball Academy: A solid post player from Parkway West who played a nice role in LBHA winning the 16U championship. He has a physical presence and he did well playing off of 6’9″ front court mate Sam Thompson with his offensive rebounding on the weak side and ability to cut and score in the post against smaller defenders.
Tyce Laubinger 6’10” SEMO Select: A young project center from Park Hills Central who has made very positive strides over the course of the summer. He’s gotten better at taking advantage of his size around the basket when he comes to posting up and carving out his space in the lane. He is becoming tougher to move inside and can finish well when he keeps the ball up.