Grassroots Spotlight on KC Sixers Supreme 17U

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>(Photo courtesy of KC Sixers Supreme)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> During the month of May, Prep Hoops Missouri will be putting the spotlight on some Missouri based grassroots clubs that feature prospects that are operating under the radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> Today, we take a look at the KC Sixers Supreme 17U squad out of the Kansas City area. This team features a number of talented young players who are playing up a level. After watching a few games, he are some thoughts on the players that we watched.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1425717' first='Damario' last='Moss'] (Lexington): A 6'3" 2025 guard who looks great every time I watch him with his smooth offensive game and three-level scoring ability. He is an excellent playmaker who can facilitate with his ball handling and passing skills. He also has a high basketball IQ. He can take smaller defenders in the post and score on smooth turnaround jumpers and nice moves. His pull up jumper is very effective and he can hit the catch and shoot 3-pointer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1432444' first='Davin' last='Hanna'] (Kearney): A 6'1" 2024 guard who impacts the game at both ends of the court with his energy and skill level with the ball. He is a good 3-point shooter who moves well without the ball to get himself open. He can create off the dribble and finish well in the lane in traffic. He has good instincts on the defensive end as he keeps himself in the right position to get steals and also take charges.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1432444' first='Davin' last='Hanna (Kearney): A 6'0" 2024 guard who impacts the game at both ends with his energy and skill level with the ball. He is a very good 3-point shooter who moves well without the ball to get himself open. He can create off the dribble and he can hit the 3-pointer in transition. He has good instincts on the defensive end as he keeps himself in the right position to get steals and also take charges. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1424412' first='Max' last='Rieger'] (Summit Christian): A 6'0" 2025 guard who is a very resourceful player when he gets into the lane. He constantly probes the defense for driving lanes and he is very good with head and shoulder fakes and drawing contact in addition to getting buckets. He pushes the pace when he has the ball and he can hit the pull up jumper. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gatlin Brody (Lee's Summit): A 6'1" 2025 guard who is very aggressive with the ball as he looks to attack the basket whenever he gets the chance. He's strong and he plays much bigger than his actual size and he can discard defenders on his way to the basket. He can also change speeds very well. He can also shoot it off the catch and knock down the step-back 3-pointer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Baji Walker (Blue Springs): A 5'11" 2025 point guard who is a solid ball handler who can make good decisions against pressure defense. He has the ability to create off the dribble and get into the lane off of his dribble penetration. He has nice shooting stroke from 3-point range..</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Isaiah Hooks (Blue Springs): A 2024 point guard who is small in stature but he makes a a big impact on the game, especially on the defensive end. He can really apply good on-ball pressure with his quickness as he can get underneath ball handlers and be disruptive. He also distributes the ball very well as his head is always looking up trying to advance to the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nolan Seyfert (Grain Valley): A 6'2" 2024 forward who has a solid frame and he uses it well to box out taller defenders under the basket for rebounds. He is also a good screener and he can also step out and knock down 3-pointers off the catch. Opposing defenders seem to forget about him and he manages to find the open spots on the floor. He also hit the transition 3-pointer and the triple off the pick and pop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shane Webb (Lee's Summit North): A 6'4" 2024 forward who has good length and who plays with a lot of activity. The lefty is a solid rebounder who uses his quick jumping ability around the basket. He can step out and make a 3-pointer off the catch and he had a could of impressive drives to the basket with a nice touch off the glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->