Highland Shootout: Top Missouri Performers
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Prep Hoops Missouri was at the Highland Shootout over the weekend. The one day basketball extravaganza featured many of the top teams and players in the state of Missouri. Here are some of the best in Highland Shootout: Top Missouri…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri was at the Highland Shootout over the weekend. The one day basketball extravaganza featured many of the top teams and players in the state of Missouri. Here are some of the best in Highland Shootout: Top Missouri Performers!
Jadis Jones Jadis Jones 6'5" | SF New Madrid Central | 2024 State #248 Nation MO (New Madrid Central – 2024)
Got my first look at Jones and the star 2024 prospect is a physical forward that operates best as a small ball four man. The lefty has long arms with good strength. Scored the majority of his points in the paint in this game with quick moves from 15 feet and in. Finishes well through contact inside and gets out in transition. Like what he brought as a versatile defender. His line read 22 points (8-15 FG), 8 rebounds, 2 dimes, 3 blocks, and 2 steals.
B.J. Williamson B.J. Williamson 6'0" | PG New Madrid Central | 2024 State MO (New Madrid Central – 2024)
Williamson was one of my favorite players all day. He shadowed Certa from BCC frustrating him throughout the game. The point guard is a big time defender with his active hands and anticipation. He can do it on the other end as well. 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. Went for 25 points (7-16 FG), 5 rebounds, 3 dimes, and 9 steals. Stock Riser!
Kayden Fish Kayden Fish 6'7" | PF Staley | 2023 State #181 Nation MO (Staley – 2023)
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. Strong bodied center that ran the floor, hit the offensive glass, and caught lobs. Physical post can stretch a little too hitting a three.
Kyan Evans Kyan Evans 6'2" | PG Staley | 2023 State MO (Staley – 2023)
Evans was absolutely fantastic! The Colorado State commit was phenomenal in their victory against Vashon. His passing was pin point all game long as he found his big men on the regular with lob passes and hit shooters. 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. 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. Monster get for Colorado State!
Cameron Manyawu Cameron Manyawu 6'8" | PF Staley | 2023 State MO (Staley – 2023)
Indiana State is getting a good one in this five man. Thick bodied center that finished dump offs, caught lobs, rim ran, pounded the offensive glass, and was active on the defensive end. 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.
Xavier Wilson Xavier Wilson 6'7" | SF Staley | 2025 State #320 Nation MO (Staley – 2025)
Wilson is a 6’7” projectable four man that screams potential! The sophomore has a long and lanky frame. Shows good passing instincts and defensive versatility while also hitting a three. He had 7 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 dimes in 22 minutes.
Anthony Gause (CBC – 2024)
Gause is a junior wing that has a projectable frame with his length and athleticism. Smooth looking three point shot which he knocked down a couple times along with hitting a sweet looking scoop shot. He had 9 points (3-10 FG).
Semaj Stapley (CBC – 2026)
This freshman jumped off the floor with the confidence he played with in this one. Took it at the defense for a scoop shot, layup on a dump off, and hit a three. Line read 7 points and 4 rebounds.
B.J. Ward B.J. Ward 6'0" | PG Chaminade | 2023 State MO (Chaminade – 2023)
SEMO commit did what he is best at which is run his team and score when needed. He did just that going for 12 points (5-14 FG) and dropping 10 dimes in a win over St. Rita. Hit a pair of threes, but it was his passing and ability to run his team that shined. He got Daniels the ball for open threes and found Winker inside.
Nilivan Daniels Nilivan Daniels 6'3" | SG Chaminade | 2023 State MO (Chaminade – 2023)
Daniels is a high level three point shooter that is going to make some small school very happy! He has such a quick release off the catch as he was 5-9 from three in a 21 point performance. Also mixed in a couple runners, but the spot up shooting and defense is where his value is at the next level.
Ben Winker Ben Winker 6'11" | PF Chaminade | 2025 State MO (Chaminade – 2025)
Excellent performance from this 6’10” sophomore big man. Against a pair of top 50 high-major recruits he more than held his own with 14 points (7-8 FG) and 7 rebounds. Good frame and size from the five man. He is a quality offensive rebounder getting second chance points, finishing out of the dunker spot, and sealing in the paint. D1 post down the line.
Jamison White (Chaminade – 2026)
Freshman jumped off the floor in the Chaminade victory. He started playing 24 minutes in a big time environment and wasn’t fazed at all. Stuffed the stat sheet for 7 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 blocks. One to watch moving forward.
Kennard Davis Kennard Davis 6'5" | PG Vashon | 2023 MO (Vashon – 2023)
Big fan of what the future SIU Saluki brings! 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. Davis finished with 13 points (5-13 FG) and 5 rebounds.
Jayden Nicholson Jayden Nicholson 6'4" | SG St Louis Christian | 2023 State MO (Vashon – 2023)
Angular lefty senior wing hit a pair of threes in the Vashon loss. 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. Will be a nice late addition for a program.