Class 5 Final Four: All Tournament Team
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Prep Hoops Missouri presents its Class 5 Final Four All-Tournament Team. Cardinal Ritter College Prep defeated Bolivar for the state championship while Van Horn defeated Lutheran South for third place. Congratulations to all four teams. Co-Most Valuable Players Mario Fleming…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri presents its Class 5 Final Four All-Tournament Team. Cardinal Ritter College Prep defeated Bolivar for the state championship while Van Horn defeated Lutheran South for third place. Congratulations to all four teams.
Co-Most Valuable Players
Mario Fleming Mario Fleming 6'3" | SG Cardinal Ritter | 2021 State MO (Cardinal Ritter): The 6’3″ 2021 wing averaged 17.5 points and seven rebounds in the Final Four to lead the Lions to the state championship. He had a big championship game against Bolivar with 22 points and seven rebounds while hitting a game-high four 3-pointers. He was a four-year starter who was a matchup problem with his ability to score inside and operate in the high post while extending his game out to the 3-point line.
Braxton Stacker Braxton Stacker 6'5" | SG Cardinal Ritter | 2022 State MO (Cardinal Ritter): The 6’5″ 2022 guard enjoyed a big weekend in averaging 17.5 points and 10 rebounds over the weekend. He was a force in all facets of the game in the Lions’ double-overtime victory over Van Horn in the semifinals with 18 points, 15 rebounds, seven assists and four steals. He put his skill set and athleticism to use as he attacked the basket on a regular basis. He was a perfect eight for eight from the free throw line in the championship game.
All-Tournament Team
Kyle Pock Kyle Pock 6'7" | SF Bolivar | 2023 State #286 Nation MO (Bolivar): The 6’7″ 2023 forward was most impressive during the weekend as he averaged 28 points, 9.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists in leading the Liberators to a runner-up finish. He played all five positions on the floor and showcased his all-around game as he proved that he is much more than a bucket-getter. In the championship game, he had 30 points, 12 rebounds, five assists, two steals and five blocked shots while also being the team’s ball handler and playmaker.
Jaden Monday Jaden Monday 6'0" | PG Van Horn | 2021 State MO (Van Horn): The 6’0″ Washburn recruit averaged 28 points, seven rebounds and four steals during the weekend in leading the Falcons to a third-place finish. His speed and quickness with the ball combined with his his perimeter shooting prowess makes him most difficult to defend. Most teams could not. His first step is explosive and he is a strong finisher when he gets into the lane.
Jack Lawson Jack Lawson 6'7" | SF Lutheran South | 2021 State MO (Lutheran South): The 6’7″ 2021 forward averaged 24.5 points, 10.5 rebounds and three blocks as the Lancers finished in fourth place. Lawson was a force throughout the Lancers’ surprising postseason run and that continued during the Final Four. He was tough to handle around the basket at both ends of the court. In the third-place game, he had 31 points, 12 rebounds and four blocks against Van Horn.
Jeremy Paige Jr (Van Horn): The 5’11” 2022 guard averaged 14.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 4.5 assists a game in helping the Falcons to a third-place finish. He was excellent in the semifinal showdown against Cardinal Ritter with 17 points, five assists and three steals. He is a fearless performer with very good ball-handling and shot-making ability off the catch and off the dribble. He is also very good in a fast-paced game.