O’Fallon Shootout: Saturday Notebook

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The O'Fallon Shootout concluded on Saturday with four games including powerhouse programs from Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri with ranked players all over the floor.&nbsp; Here we dive into the day in <strong>O'Fallon Shootout: Saturday Notebook</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Belleville East and Pickett Flex in Blowout of Lanphier</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The opening contest of the day wasn't really ever close as Belleville East was dominant in the first quarter jumping out 27-4 putting it away early as their starters were able to set the fourth quarter recording a 66-33 victory.&nbsp; SIU-Edwardsville commit [player_tooltip player_id='939071' first='Jordan' last='Pickett'] had a dominant showing coming out on fire draining a pair of triples coming over to the bench making it known it was his game!&nbsp; He continued to take over scoring on jumpers, getting to the rim off the bounce, and pushing in the open floor.&nbsp; He had 22 points (8-18 FG) (4-9 3 PT) and 6 rebounds in the win.&nbsp; After a slow start their other standout wing [player_tooltip player_id='1743972' first='Antwine' last='Wilson'] brought it as the game went along.&nbsp; The 6'4” small forward who recently jumped into the rankings did his damage in the paint finishing off athleticism for 9 points and grabbed 7 boards.&nbsp; TJ Montgomery provided a spark for the Lancers scoring in the paint on and-1 and floaters in addition to a three for 8 points.&nbsp; Mason Mosley put a ton of pressure on the ball defensively and played off his defense scoring 6 points and dishing out 3 dimes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lanphier just never got it going as they shot 30% for the game.&nbsp; Still really like [player_tooltip player_id='1537997' first='Austin' last='Robinson'] as a small college big man.&nbsp; Crafty scorer around the hoop that is efficient with his touches scoring 9 points (3-5 FG).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>O'Fallon Goes 2-0 in Event Winning Narrowly over Chaminade</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Next up O'Fallon completed their sweep of Missouri foes at the event with a 55-50 victory over Chaminade.&nbsp; Game was tight throughout going back and forth, but O'Fallon made key plays late to get the win.&nbsp; Neither team shot it well with both teams in the 37% range missing a lot of bunnies.&nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id='1476094' first='Koby' last='Wilmoth'] once again showcased why he should be considered heavily for JUCO programs and small colleges.&nbsp; Legit size and strength to go with skill scoring on the block with hook shots and racked up trips to the line.&nbsp; He had 14 points and 5 rebounds despite only shooting 3-12 from the field.&nbsp; Class of 2024 point guard [player_tooltip player_id='1157355' first='Jaeden' last='Rush'] made key plays with the rock in his hands going coast to coast and using his handles to create for himself and others as he had 11 points and 7 rebounds.&nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id='1373443' first='Rini' last='Harris'] continues to be a player we are intrigued by despite not having his best game.&nbsp; Final line in this one read 12 points (4-6 FG), 8 rebounds, 4 dimes, and 2 steals.&nbsp; I think what we are realizing with him is that is value is as a box sheet stuffing role player instead of a go to type scorer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chaminade got a big outing from their combo guard [player_tooltip player_id='1070086' first='B.J.' last='Ward'].&nbsp; The SEMO signee is a strong bodied guard that gets downhill with force.&nbsp; Finishes with strength around the hoop and has burst in the open floor.&nbsp; He is a solid three point shooter as he knocked in a trio from deep.&nbsp; Really like his growth as a passer as he sees the game one step ahead.&nbsp; Played every minute going for 20 points (8-15 FG) (3-4 3 PT) and 5 dimes.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Vashon Tops Simeon in Battle of #1 Teams in Illinois/Missouri</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This game featured a matchup of the top team in Illinois against the top team in Missouri.&nbsp; The Show Me State showed out as Vashon scored a 56-46 victory behind a strong fourth quarter.&nbsp; Their star Southern Illinois commit [player_tooltip player_id='1362685' first='Kennard' last='Davis'] had a big night.&nbsp; Combo forward always brings the motor putting it on the deck for straight line takes and getting to the cup in transition.&nbsp; Hit some tough jumpers including a sweet step back.&nbsp; Recorded a double double of 17 points (7-10 FG) and 10 rebounds.&nbsp; Another senior forward [player_tooltip player_id='1264291' first='Cameron' last='Stovall'] made the difference in the second half.&nbsp; He worked well out of the mid-post as a shooter and driver while also stepping out to hit a three along with swatting a shot.&nbsp; Finished with 13 points (3-5 FG) (6-7 FT).&nbsp; He is a sleeper that not a lot of people talk about, but always comes up big for Vashon.&nbsp; Sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='1424408' first='Dierre' last='Hill'] Jr. had a very nice outing as well.&nbsp; The 2025 point guard put pressure on the Simeon guards defensively while showing growth as an offensive weapon.&nbsp; Drained a couple threes and hit the offensive glass for put backs for 15 points (6-10 FG) (2-3 3PT) and 4 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Simeon was once again led by their senior star [player_tooltip player_id='939059' first='Jalen' last='Griffith'].&nbsp; The unsigned high IQ guard continues to shine game in and game out for the Wolverines.&nbsp; He scored on spinning layups, floaters, and a three.&nbsp; His passing was on point as well making some spectacular dishes setting up others.&nbsp; Finished with 10 points (4-8 FG) and 4 assists.&nbsp; The problem was outside of Griffith creating for himself and others nobody could really get their own offense going.&nbsp; Inside the twins each had flashes.&nbsp; Northern Iowa commit [player_tooltip player_id='1048305' first='Wesley' last='Rubin'] hit a pair of threes and netted an and-1 for 9 points.&nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id='1048306' first='Miles' last='Rubin'] is a Loyola signee that swatted a handful of shots and played off his athleticism for several bouncy conversions for 9 points (4-7 FG) and 4 blocks.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Joliet West Gets Signature Win as Michigan State Commits Dazzle</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The finale had a pair of McDonald's All-American's, top ranked seniors in Illinois and Indiana, along with each being signed to Michigan State.&nbsp; The Spartans duo put on a show as Joliet West got a signature win over Indianapolis Cathedral 60-56.&nbsp; Joliet West star [player_tooltip player_id='1562176' first='Jeremy' last='Fears'] looked every bit the #1 senior in Illinois with his performance on Saturday night.&nbsp; The lead guard controlled the game with his IQ, pace, feel, and athleticism.&nbsp; Really liked what he did defensively setting the tone getting several steals and blocking shots from his guard spot.&nbsp; Offensively he was excellent off the bounce slicing and dicing for scores in the paint or going to the charity stripe.&nbsp; Hit a pair of threes as well.&nbsp; His feel for running a team in the half court with his poise and vision is college ready as he makes others better making great decisions in ball screen situations.&nbsp; He had 20 points (6-12 FG), 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks.&nbsp; It wasn't his best shooting night for sure but top ranked 2025 point guard [player_tooltip player_id='1385291' first='Jeremiah' last='Fears'] still managed to score 12 points in the win despite shooting just 2-15 from the field because he got to the rack.&nbsp; Also contributed on the boards and was solid as a distributor grabbing 6 rebounds and dishing out 3 assists.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='868219' first='Xavier' last='Booker'] was an absolute force for Cathedral.&nbsp; The Michigan State signee had a pair of massive two handed slams in the early going.&nbsp; Will need to add strength and learn to use his right hand more, but there is so much to like here.&nbsp; The athletic pop off the ground along with quickness to the glass is impressive.&nbsp; Unlike when I saw him in previous games he didn't settle for jumpers going 1-2 from three.&nbsp; Rather he dominated inside while also owning the glass on both ends of the floor.&nbsp; Booker had 20 points (9-18 FG) and 18 rebounds.&nbsp; Another Big 10 commit impressed except his future is on the gridiron.&nbsp; Purdue wide receiver signee [player_tooltip player_id='868252' first='Jaron' last='Tibbs'] is a broad shouldered two guard on the hardwood that can really score it.&nbsp; Won off the bounce finishing with athleticism at the cup on the regular while also draining a pair of threes for 22 points (9-17 FG) ,8 rebounds, and 3 assists.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->