Webster Groves Jamboree (Webster Groves vs. DeSmet)

<p>Prep Hoops Missouri took in the action at the Webster Groves Jamboree which featured two excellent teams in DeSmet and the host Webster Groves Statesmen. Here is a look at the standouts from the jamboree.</p> <p>Brian Taylor 6’3" DeSmet: The smooth 2021 point guard was the best player on the floor at both ends. He’s a lock down defender with his length and ability to move his feet. He dropped some nice dimes and knocked down open 3-pointers while making solid decisions with the ball.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="994434" first="Sekou" last="Gassama"] 6’10" DeSmet: The athletic 2021 forward did much of work sweeping the defensive glass and holding down the middle defensively. He finished well around the basket and ran the court well.</p> <p>Anthony Phiffer 5’10" Webster Groves: The 2021 point guard really excels as an all-purpose player. He can also play off the ball with his ability to move and cut. He rebounds well for his size and competes defensively.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1070102" first="Justin" last="Duff"] 6’3" DeSmet: The 2023 wing was the best perimeter shooter off the night. He had a stretch where he knocked down four 3-pointers in a row. He moves well without the ball and did his work to get himself open.</p> <p>Luke Maupin 6’4" Webster Groves: An athletic 2021 player who plays a solid complimentary role for his team. He rebounds well and can also block shots and pass the ball. He has a high motor and can also make a 3-pointer off the pick and pop.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="984518" first="Brennan" last="Lovette"] 6’5" DeSmet: A skilled and versatile wing player with the size to play multiple positions. He was a real good facilitator throughout the game as he kept the offense flowing with his passing and ball movement. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1050177" first="Ethan" last="Chartrand"] 6’2" Webster Groves: The 2022 guard has a knack for putting the ball in the basket. He attacks the basket well and can score on floaters and off-balance shots in the lane.</p>