STATE TOURNAMENT: 10 that impressed (Class 5)
Class 5 players that impressed Thursday semifinals Chaminade 75, SLUH 49 Kickapoo 85, Lee’s Summit 81 Friday third place SLUH 70, Lee’s Summit 67 Saturday championship Chaminade 72, Kickapoo 59 Jayson Tatum (Chaminade, 2016): Duke signee broke Brad Beal’s career…
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Thursday semifinals
Chaminade 75, SLUH 49
Kickapoo 85, Lee’s Summit 81
Friday third place
SLUH 70, Lee’s Summit 67
Saturday championship
Chaminade 72, Kickapoo 59
Jayson Tatum (Chaminade, 2016): Duke signee broke Brad Beal’s career scoring mark in the semifinals and showed off the skill set that has him ranked at, or near, the top of the 2016 class. Had 40 points, 14 rebounds and four assists in championship game,
Tyler Cook (Chaminade, 2016): Powerfully built post has a rare combination of size, strength and explosive leaping ability that makes him an intriguing college prospect for the Iowa Haykeyes. Had 17 points against Kickapoo in the finals and 14 in the semifinals against SLUH.
Jared Ridder (Kickapoo, 2017): One of the state’s top prospects in 2017 Class, Ridder was hampered with an ankle injury, but still managed to show off some of the skill that has led to six D1 offers. Had 10 points, including a pair of 3’s and game-high 12 rebounds in a semifinal win over Lee’s Summit.
Isaac Johnson (Kickapoo, 2016): Drury University commit had it all working on Thursday against Lee’s Summit, pouring in 22 points. Is a talented scorer, able to handle, shoot and score at all three levels. Made several tough buckets against Chaminade in the finals and finished with 14.
Niekie Thomas-Fontleroy (Kickapoo, 2016): A high-flying guard, Fontleroy put up 20 points on 7 of 9 shooting against Lee’s Summit, including a pair of highlight reel worthy dunks. Word is Fontleroy is headed to prep school.
Cam Davis (Kickapoo, 2017): Talented guard that has taken his game to new heights this season. Had 17 points and game-high 12 boards against Lee’s Summit in semifinal game. One of the state’s top point guard in junior class.
Isaiah Sears (6-7, 2016): A long, fluid post player who can hit 3s, rebound and brings activity on the offensive boards and in the paint at both ends of the floor. Added 17 points and nine rebounds in the third-place game.
Blake Spellman (Lee’s Summit, 2016): Northern Kentucky commit is one of the state’s top point guards. Probably didn’t have his best showing at the Final Four as he struggled with his outside shot, going 4 for 15 from long distance in a semifinal loss to Kickapoo, and 1 for 3 against SLUH on Friday. Is a ball handling and passing wizard, capable of making dazzling plays.
Nick Larkin (Lee’s Summit, 2016): Kid is a winner with a big heart who brings a lot of skills to the game. Is quick off the dribble, can set up an offense, and can also put points on the board. Had 22 points, five rebounds in a loss to Kickapoo. Uncommitted at last report.
Brandon Mckissic (SLUH, 2017): Feel for the kid as he sat nearly all of Thursday’s semifinal game in foul trouble against Chaminade. Is a talented lead guard that can handle point guard duties, but also capable of putting points on the board. Had 16 points, six rebounds and four assists in third-place win over Lee’s Summit.