More New Names of Young Guards

Earl Austin May 24, 2023 @ 08:58 PM

Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some more new names of talented young guards in the Classes of 2025 and 2026 are putting in work during the spring portion of the grassroots season.     De'Anthony Carter (Missouri Hawks 17U): A 6'3" 2025 guard from Lee's Summit who has been playing up at the 17U level and more than holding his own with the older players. He's an excellent athlete who defends well and excels in the transition game. with his motor. He rebounds well and he has a quick jump around the basket. He's is a good slasher on the offensive end who can be very productive without having plays run for him. He can also hit the open perimeter jumper.     Brenden Matt (816 Hoops Shamet 15U): A 6'1" 2026 guard from North Platte who has a nice offensive game with the ability to score at all three levels. He can knock down 3-pointers off the catch and he can get his own shot off the dribble. He can keep defenders off balance with his ability to change speeds on the dribble in a bit of a herky-jerky movement. He is also very good when moving without the ball.     [player_tooltip player_id='2544977' first='Antonio' last='Williams'] (KaCiago 16U): A 6'2 2025 combo guard from St Joe Lafayette who is just as effective with the ball in his hands and operating on the wing. The young lefty is a slick ball handler who gets into the lane consistently with slicing moves to the basket. He plays the angles well with his body control and ability avoid contact and get buckets.     [player_tooltip player_id='2120378' first='Marquel' last='Mayfield'] (Real Dream Chasers 16U): A 6'3" 2025 guard from St. Joe Central who plays a smooth game that is under control at all times. The lefty plays at his own pace and does not get sped up on the dribble. He is a solid passer with good handles. His mid-range game is very effective as he can create space with a nice step back jumper. He can also make the open 3-pointer off the catch.     Colin Keller (MPJ Elite 16U): A 6'0" 2025 guard who has started to emerge this spring as a player to watch. He is an excellent perimeter shooter who plays with a lot of confidence. His range extends well beyond the 3-point line and he can also put the ball on the floor and create a jumper from the mid-range. He's constantly moving and finding the openings and he is shot ready when he catches the ball.     [player_tooltip player_id='2127299' first='Harvey' last='Sayon'] (Real Dream Chasers 16U): A 6'3" 2025 guard from Kearney who is very athletic and plays with excellent energy, which enables him to get a lot of things done. He has good quickness and a burst, which makes him a very effective slasher in the lane. He does a good job on the offensive boards with his quick jump inside against taller players. He has very good instincts on the defensive as he plays the passing lanes very well.     [player_tooltip player_id='2090501' first='Jax' last='Navarro'] (816 Hoops Shamet 15U): A 6'1" 2026 guard from Fort Osage who is athletic and stays in constant motion on offense. He does a good job of coming off screens to knock down the 3-pointer. He can also create off the bounce as he can operate very well in the pick and roll off the high ball screen. He also does a good job defensively fighting over screens and staying connected to offensive players.

Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some more new names of talented young guards in the Classes of 2025 and 2026 are putting in work during the spring portion of the grassroots season.