SEMO Conference Tournament 2023 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2023 standouts from last weekend's SEMO Conference Tournament. Cape Girardeau Central took the championship with a victory over Sikeston.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1070085' first='Cameron' last='Williams'] (Cape Girardeau Central): The 6'8 2023 forward led the Tigers to the tournament championship. He scored 20 points in the finals against Jackson. His size and versatility make him one of the toughest matchup problems in the state. He has an excellent low post game and he has 3-point range on the pick and pop. He is also a good secondary ball handler.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1070095' first='Clayton' last='Ernst'] (Jackson): The 6'8 2023 forward was a load inside in helping lead the Indians to the finals. His back to the basket game is excellent as he used his big body to seal defenders and he finished with a nice touch inside. He is also a solid defender who can block shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1169163' first='Cole' last='Nichols'] (Dexter): The 6'2 point guard was one of the most impressive backcourt players that I watched. He was impressive in his 35-point performance against eventual champion Cape Central in the first round. He knocked down a bunch of 3-pointers and also scored on fearless drives to the basket against Cape's tall and talented front line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1070112' first='Rico' last='Coleman'] (Charleston): The 6'3 wing has been a strong two way player throughout his career and last week was no different. He used his quickness and anticipation to get numerous steals and deflections on defense. He could be at the top of the press or guarding the low post. He stays active. His slashing ability is excellent and he is strong on the offensive boards with his quick second jump.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1427997' first='Ko'Terrion' last='Owens'] (Charleston): A 6'2 forward who plays bigger than his actual size. He's undersized, but he gets things done inside against bigger players because he is physically strong and his footwork is good. He rebounds well out of his area and he can also score on a variety of moves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1444182' first='Gavin' last='Rivers'] (Poplar Bluff): A 6'4 wing guard who has good athleticism and slashing ability. He is a good rebounder who will take it off the glass and go coast to coast. He has a quick first step to the basket and a quick jump on the offensive boards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->