Hardwood Classic I: New Names (Class of 2022)
Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some new names on the scene in the state after the first session of the Hardwood Classic in Kansas City. Alex Benassi 6’2″ Missouri Hawks: An impressive guard from Lee’s Summit who was…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some new names on the scene in the state after the first session of the Hardwood Classic in Kansas City.
Alex Benassi 6’2″ Missouri Hawks: An impressive guard from Lee’s Summit who was very good over the weekend while playing up at the 17U level with his 16U team. His overall skill level was excellent as he can play fast or change speeds while still being able to create offense. He displayed some deep shooting range with a soft touch in the lane with his float game. He looked very poised and confident.
Lawson Beem 5’11 All-Missouri Attack: A smooth ball handling guard from Skyline who plays with a little flair in his game. He plays with good pace with the ability to distribute the basketball and get buckets. He could weave through traffic and drop pinpoint dimes with his court vision. His 3-point shooting was also on the mark during the weekend. He was a big part of Skyline’s Class 2 state runner-up team last season.
Ethan Jones 6’2 MoKan 2022: Talented young shooting guard from Branson who moves well without the ball and knows how to get himself open. He got buckets on many backdoor cuts during the weekend. He is a very capable 3-point shooter who can also make plays off the dribble. He was an All-Conference performer as a sophomore.
Luke Stubbs 6’3 810 Varsity-Cherepkai: A very solid combo forward from Liberty who can operate inside against bigger defender with his toughness and variety of moves to score in the post. He is also a capable ball handler who can make plays as a passer and knock down perimeter shots. He is a worker.
Jeremy Page 5’11 SSA Elite Black: A quick point guard from Van Horn who has the ability to score and create plays off the dribble. He is very good at getting in the lane and he has the ability to make perimeter shots as a compliment.