Show Me Champions Classic 2023 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some of the top Class of 2023 standouts from last Saturday's loaded Show Me Champions Classic, which was held at Vashon High. In the marquee game, host Vashon defeated Staley 60-57 in a battle of state powers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1321981,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/11/020B1119-BB08-41B4-81B5-C564A56EB3D8.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/11/020B1119-BB08-41B4-81B5-C564A56EB3D8.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1321981" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1362685' first='Kennard' last='Davis'] Jr. (Vashon): The 6'6 2023 Southern Illinois recruit scored 23 points to lead Vashon past Staley in the finale. His versatility is so important to the team's success. He's a facilitator and a threat to score in the perimeter. He also rebounds and he makes winning plays with his leadership.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>**********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1219705,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/06/FA2E8F25-665F-4C6E-A407-4F51571E88BD.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/06/FA2E8F25-665F-4C6E-A407-4F51571E88BD.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1219705" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1070094' first='Kyan' last='Evans'] (Staley): The 6'2 2023 Colorado State recruit scored a team high 21 points against Vashon. He put on quite a display of perimeter shooting in the first half when he scored 20 points and knocked down five 3-pointers. He also has a nice quick burst to get into the lane and his passing skills are impeccable.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1604293,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/Cameron-Williams.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/Cameron-Williams.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1604293" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1070085' first='Cameron' last='Williams'] (Cape Girardeau Central): The 6'8 2023 forward had a strong performance against Simeon's tall and talented front line. He scored a team high 20 points. He was very assertive from the beginning as he scored inside while also displaying his smooth turn and face game. He was knocking down 15 to 17 foot jumpers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1775762,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/01/7692381B-B77C-4929-9E36-47FF522EEEAB.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/01/7692381B-B77C-4929-9E36-47FF522EEEAB.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1775762" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jalen Griffith (Chicago Simeon): The 5'10 point guard was the smallest player on the floor, but was the most dominant in the win over Cape Girardeau Central. He was too quick for defenders to keep out of the lane and then he started raining down 3-pointers late in the first half to break the game open.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sam Lewis (Chicago Simeon): The talented 6'6 small forward is a dynamic player with athleticism and a high motor. He got his team going early with some slashing drives into the lane for buckets. He is a good tone setter with his tremendous energy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1218826,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/06/99BDE64A-EDA0-4E40-A58E-9A43E14659B1.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/06/99BDE64A-EDA0-4E40-A58E-9A43E14659B1.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1218826" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1070112' first='Rico' last='Coleman'] (Charleston): The 6'4 wing scored 25 points against St. Mary's while being one of the more entertaining players in the event. He displayed his excellent slashing ability along with his explosive athleticism. He threw down four dunks in the second half. He also knocked down the 15 footer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1775772,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/01/445C0FDB-33D5-4BE4-BB5E-123BEB78D759.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/01/445C0FDB-33D5-4BE4-BB5E-123BEB78D759.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1775772" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marcus Pigram (Chicago Whitney Young): The 6'3 guard was the Player of the Game after leading the Dolphins to a victory over Chaminade. His motor was running non stop as he scored on slashing drives, offensive rebounds and strong cuts to the basket. He's a physical player who plays bigger than his size.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1775777,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/01/52AE4E1F-9788-4EB4-A8CF-D96722DA19A6.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/01/52AE4E1F-9788-4EB4-A8CF-D96722DA19A6.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1775777" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1606866' first='Nehemiah' last='Reedus'] (Miller Career Academy): The 6'3 shooting guard was the Player of the Game after scoring 22 points in Miller's overtime victory over Webster Groves. He has good length and he can cover a lot of space with his long stride. He was swooping in for layups and hitting 3-pointers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>**********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wesley Rubin (Chicago Simeon): The 6'8 forward is a skilled Stretch 4 who was very skilled on the perimeter. He started the game off by hitting 3-pointers on the first two possessions of the game. He could also put the ball on the floor and make a play off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->