Gateway All-American Tournament: Under the Radar Gems
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Prep Hoops Missouri took in the action at the first day of the Gateway All-American Tournament at the Center of St. Louis in Affton, MO. Here is a look at some of Friday’s standouts who have been operating under the…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri took in the action at the first day of the Gateway All-American Tournament at the Center of St. Louis in Affton, MO. Here is a look at some of Friday’s standouts who have been operating under the radar.
Quin Blackburn Quin Blackburn 6'7" | PF Pacific | 2023 State MO 6’7″ Missouri Basketball Club: The 2023 was very impressive in leading his team to a comeback victory over Arsenal Hoops. He displayed a versatile skill set with a nice post game with good touch and a variety of moves inside. He could also knock down the 3-pointer off the pick and pop while being active on the boards at both ends of the court.
Javaris Moye Javaris Moye 6'4" | SG Kirkwood | 2023 State MO 6’4″ Gateway-Knights 16U: A 2023 wing player from Kirkwood who has a nice combination of size, athleticism and smooth, fluid play on the court. He had a solid stroke from 3-point range to go along with his ball handling and passing skills to open teammates. He also showcased his athleticism by throwing down a big dunk in a victory over the St. Louis Warriors.
Adebayo Popoola 6’5 Arsenal Hoops: A 2022 forward from Parkway North who plays with a high motor, a lot of bounce and a nice skill set. He used his athleticism to make several impact plays in a victory over the SW IL Jets in 17U pool play. He rebounded well and threw down an impressive dunk off of his own steal.
Charlie Nett 6’0″ Missouri Thunder 16U: A solid 2023 point guard from Troy who plays with skill and toughness on the court. He’s physically strong on the dribble and handles the ball against pressure well. He dropped some nice dimes to open teammates with the ability to get a bucket on his own, either on a 3-pointer or a tough drive in the lane.
Mason Mosely 5’8 SW Illinois Jets 16U: The 2023 point guard from Vashon made great use of his speed and quickness at both ends of the floor. He was picking up opposing ball handlers in the backcourt and hounding them the full court. He also scored on some nice penetrating drives to the bucket.
Evan Renz 6’1″ Arsenal Hoops 16U: A 2022 shooting guard from Parkway South who was impressive with his marksmanship from 3-point range. He moved well without the ball and displayed a quick release. He can also put it on the floor and create something off the dribble for himself or an open teammates.