Norm Stewart Classic: Class of 2024-25 Standouts
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Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top young players from the Class of 2024 and 2025 from last weekend’s Norm Stewart Classic, which was held at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia. Lajuan Johnson 6’7″ Lift for Life: The…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top young players from the Class of 2024 and 2025 from last weekend’s Norm Stewart Classic, which was held at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia.
Lajuan Johnson 6’7″ Lift for Life: The talented young forward was selected the Player of the Game after leading the Hawks to a victory over Kansas City Central. He scored 12 and grabbed six rebounds in the victory. He has good athleticism and an emerging skill set that includes perimeter shooting. He has made big strides over the course of one year.
Javar Galbreath Javar Galbreath 6'5" | PF Father Tolton | 2024 State MO 6’5″ Fulton: A talented forward who plays a strong game in the paint, but has mobility to run the floor and make a steal in the passing lanes. He played a solid game in a victory over Battle. He has a nice shooting touch inside and he can make a play off the dribble against an opposing big. He can also block a shot inside.
Andre Aaron, Jr. 6’2″ Vashon: The young guard was selected the Player of the Game in the Wolverines’ victory over Grand Island (NE). He scored a team-high 12 points to lead a balanced scoring attack. He is a high-motor player who plays with high energy, especially when he’s attacking the basket on the offensive end. He is strong and he can finish inside amongst the trees.
Tim Wooden Tim Wooden 6'0" | PG Kansas City Central | 2024 State MO 6’0″ Kansas City Central: A very good combo guard who scored a team-high 17 points against Lift for Life. He is a nifty ball handler with good strength and quickness. He maneuvered his way into the lane for several buckets on layups and short jumpers on the move.
Aaron Rowe 6’2″ Father Tolton: A gifted 2025 combo guard who played a strong game in the Trailblazers’ victory over Chaminade. He’s a skilled three-level offensive threat who can also drop some pinpoint dimes to open teammates. He’s also capable of playing at multiple speeds and still be effective.
Jayden Renfroe 6’7″ St. Michael the Archangel: A very skilled small forward who has an impressive offensive package to go along with his height. He is capable of grabbing the rebound and running the break, knocking down a 3-pointer off the catch or slashing to the basket. He has a very high upside.
Adam Rickman Adam Rickman 6'6" | SF Borgia | 2024 State MO 6’4″ Troy: