Highland Shootout: Top Missouri Performers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri was at the Highland Shootout over the weekend.&nbsp; The one day basketball extravaganza featured many of the top teams and players in the state of Missouri.&nbsp; Here are some of the best in <strong>Highland Shootout: Top Missouri Performers</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1160651' first='Jadis' last='Jones'] (New Madrid Central – 2024)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Got my first look at Jones and the star 2024 prospect is a physical forward that operates best as a small ball four man.&nbsp; The lefty has long arms with good strength.&nbsp; Scored the majority of his points in the paint in this game with quick moves from 15 feet and in.&nbsp; Finishes well through contact inside and gets out in transition.&nbsp; Like what he brought as a versatile defender.&nbsp; His line read 22 points (8-15 FG), 8 rebounds, 2 dimes, 3 blocks, and 2 steals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1160820' first='B.J.' last='Williamson'] (New Madrid Central – 2024)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williamson was one of my favorite players all day.&nbsp; He shadowed Certa from BCC frustrating him throughout the game.&nbsp; The point guard is a big time defender with his active hands and anticipation.&nbsp; He can do it on the other end as well.&nbsp; Williamson is a solid three point shooter that has a burst with the rock in both the half court and open floor as he got to the line on the regular where he was 9-11.&nbsp; Went for 25 points (7-16 FG), 5 rebounds, 3 dimes, and 9 steals.&nbsp; Stock Riser!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1161279' first='Kayden' last='Fish'] (Staley – 2023)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It was a bit of a slow start for the Iowa State commit, but then he had it rolling in the second half as he racked up 20 points (7-9 FG) while grabbing 9 rebounds.&nbsp; Strong bodied center that ran the floor, hit the offensive glass, and caught lobs.&nbsp; Physical post can stretch a little too hitting a three.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1070094' first='Kyan' last='Evans'] (Staley – 2023)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evans was absolutely fantastic!&nbsp; The Colorado State commit was phenomenal in their victory against Vashon.&nbsp; His passing was pin point all game long as he found his big men on the regular with lob passes and hit shooters.&nbsp; One pass he spun in the paint was the most perfect pass I have ever seen as it hit the cutter right as he got there around a defender.&nbsp; The kid can also score especially in the open floor, using his crafty handles, and hit a three finishing with 14 points, 9 dimes, and 3 steals.&nbsp; Monster get for Colorado State!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1440454' first='Cameron' last='Manyawu'] (Staley – 2023)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Indiana State is getting a good one in this five man.&nbsp; Thick bodied center that finished dump offs, caught lobs, rim ran, pounded the offensive glass, and was active on the defensive end.&nbsp; It was a very good showing in a 21 point (9-15 FG), 11 rebound, and 5 steal outing helping his team record the win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1419871' first='Xavier' last='Wilson'] (Staley – 2025)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wilson is a 6'7” projectable four man that screams potential!&nbsp; The sophomore has a long and lanky frame.&nbsp; Shows good passing instincts and defensive versatility while also hitting a three.&nbsp; He had 7 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 dimes in 22 minutes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1164069' first='Anthony' last='Gause'] (CBC – 2024)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gause is a junior wing that has a projectable frame with his length and athleticism.&nbsp; Smooth looking three point shot which he knocked down a couple times along with hitting a sweet looking scoop shot.&nbsp; He had 9 points (3-10 FG).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Semaj Stapley (CBC – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This freshman jumped off the floor with the confidence he played with in this one.&nbsp; Took it at the defense for a scoop shot, layup on a dump off, and hit a three.&nbsp; Line read 7 points and 4 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1070086' first='B.J.' last='Ward'] (Chaminade – 2023)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>SEMO commit did what he is best at which is run his team and score when needed.&nbsp; He did just that going for 12 points (5-14 FG) and dropping 10 dimes in a win over St. Rita.&nbsp; Hit a pair of threes, but it was his passing and ability to run his team that shined.&nbsp; He got Daniels the ball for open threes and found Winker inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1161297' first='Nilivan' last='Daniels'] (Chaminade – 2023)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Daniels is a high level three point shooter that is going to make some small school very happy!&nbsp; He has such a quick release off the catch as he was 5-9 from three in a 21 point performance.&nbsp; Also mixed in a couple runners, but the spot up shooting and defense is where his value is at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1419870' first='Ben' last='Winker'] (Chaminade – 2025)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Excellent performance from this 6'10” sophomore big man.&nbsp; Against a pair of top 50 high-major recruits he more than held his own with 14 points (7-8 FG) and 7 rebounds.&nbsp; Good frame and size from the five man.&nbsp; He is a quality offensive rebounder getting second chance points, finishing out of the dunker spot, and sealing in the paint.&nbsp; D1 post down the line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jamison White (Chaminade – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Freshman jumped off the floor in the Chaminade victory.&nbsp; He started playing 24 minutes in a big time environment and wasn't fazed at all.&nbsp; Stuffed the stat sheet for 7 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 blocks.&nbsp; One to watch moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1362685' first='Kennard' last='Davis'] (Vashon – 2023)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Big fan of what the future SIU Saluki brings!&nbsp; Tough and versatile combo forward who can score from all three levels as he showed in this one on a runner, mid-range jumper, and three.&nbsp; Davis finished with 13 points (5-13 FG) and 5 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='981142' first='Jayden' last='Nicholson'] (Vashon – 2023)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Angular lefty senior wing hit a pair of threes in the Vashon loss.&nbsp; Has a good looking jumper although he can fall in love with it at times going 2-7 from deep in this one as he had 10 points.&nbsp; Will be a nice late addition for a program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->