Grassroots Team Spotlight: Larry Hughes Basketball Academy 17U

<p>Prep Hoops Missouri continues its spotlight on grassroots teams with a look at the Larry Hughes Basketball Academy 17U team. All of the players are from the Class of 2021:</p> <h4>Roster</h4> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="824149" first="Myles" last="Estrada"] 6’1" Francis Howell Central: A crafty wing player who knows how to get buckets at all three levels. He moves well without the ball and comes off the screens well, but he can also create offense for himself off the dribble. As a junior, he averaged 15.2 points and 2.5 rebounds while making 55 3-pointers and shooting 38 percent from 3-point range.</p> <p>Preston Fortner 5’10" Francis Howell: A quick point guard who stepped into a big role and helped the Vikings to a 28-2 season. He handles the pressure well with his speed and quickness with the ability to knock down open 3-pointers. He has a nice pull up jumper. As a junior, he averaged 8.1 points, 5.5 assists and 2.5 steals a game while shooting 37 percent from 3-point range.</p> <p>Ethan Lattimore 5’10" Vianney: A steady point guard who can run the show and keep all of his teammates involved. He does a nice job of handling pressure as he plays with a lot of poise and savvy on the court. He has been playing varsity basketball since his freshman year. As a junior, he averaged 10.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.5 steals a game.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="824169" first="Nate" last="Parker"] 6’3" Eureka: A very solid wing player who knows how to play off of his teammates as a glue-guy. He is a good ball handler who can make open shots and keep the offensive moving in a smooth matter. As a junior, he averaged 10 points, four rebounds and two assists a game in helping the Wildcats to a 20-8 season.</p> <p>Anthony Phieffer 6’10" Webster Groves: A quick and aggressive combo guard who plays tough defense, which is a staple at Webster Groves. He really excels in the transition game. As a junior, he averaged nine points and four rebounds a game while shooting 45 percent from the field in helping the Statesmen to a 20-win season.</p> <p>David Trupiano 6’5" Francis Howell: A solid role player who brings size and a big body to the front line. He can catch the ball well inside and can score around the basket.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="824171" first="Logan" last="Wich"] 6’6" Parkway West: A strong post player with strong moves around the basket. He is mobile and he can also step out and knock down mid-range jumpers off the catch. As a junior, he averaged 12 points, four rebounds and two assists a game.</p>