Borgia Turkey Tourney 2024 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri was in Washington for Day 3 of the 71st Annual St. Francis Borgia Turkey Tournament. Here is a look at the top 2024 standouts from Friday night's action.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2241950,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/IMG_6551.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/IMG_6551.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2241950" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1160837' first='Adam' last='Rickman'] (Borgia): The 6'6" combo forward led the Knights to a victory over Principia with his usual strong all-around performance. In addition to his 20 points and 14 rebounds, he also controlled the pace as his team's chief ball handler and facilitator. The Missouri S&amp;T recruit knocked down multiple 3-pointers, which opened the floor up for his ability to drive. The talented lefty also had some tough buckets in the lane where he used his opposite hand to score. He used his height to his advantage to also see the floor and deliver several pinpoint passes to open teammates. He is so good at making his teammates better around him..</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2281366,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/11/IMG_7432.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/11/IMG_7432.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2281366" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ozzie Smith (Union): The 5'11" guard with the great game had a big performance in the Wildcats' victory over No. 1 seed Jackson in the semifinals. He finished with a game-high 24 points. He was most impressive in the first quarter when he was really cooking from 3-point range. He scored 14 points and knocked down four triples. He also creates off the dribble as he runs pick and roll very effectively. He elevates on the his jumper and he can also create space for a nice mid-range jumper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2281367,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/11/IMG_7440.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/11/IMG_7440.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2281367" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1563943' first='Judd' last='Thoma'] (Jackson): The 6'4" wing player scored a team-high 12 points for the Indians on Friday night. He is an excellent offensive player when he operates from 15 feet in. He gets to his spots well off the dribble and he can elevate over defenders on the mid-range jumper. He also has a very nice spin move in the lane to get a bucket. He is also good when he goes into the low post, where he can take advantage of his height against a smaller defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2228912,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/IMG_6180.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/IMG_6180.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2228912" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1598844' first='Kieran' last='Wors'] (Union): The 6'4" wing player is an impressive two-way player who scored 13 points in the semifinal victory over Jackson. He scored on a number of tough moves in the lane where he was able twist his body at different angles in traffic to finish. He is a very good secondary ball handler who can make good decisions with the ball. He is also a strong defensive player with his size and length. He is also a capable shot blocker with his wingspan and timing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2281368,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/11/IMG_7412.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/11/IMG_7412.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2281368" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1432445' first='Adyn' last='Kleinheider'] (Washington): The 6'4" guard was the most explosive athlete in the building. On one play, he grabbed an offensive rebound and jumped straight up off two feet and threw down a thunderous power dunk. This is commonplace for him. He is also the Bluejays primary ball handler to go along with his scoring ability. He is at his best when he is slashing to the basket in attack mode. He can also score around the basket and rebound very effectively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2081059,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/07/IMG_3879.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/07/IMG_3879.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2081059" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2131954' first='Gavin' last='Holdman'] (Jackson): A 6'6" forward who brings impressive athleticism to his team. He was throwing down slam dunks with relative ease, including one on the fast break where he finished off a rim run with a big throw down. He also threw down a nice follow dunk off an offensive rebound. He does most of his good work in the paint as a scoring threat and rebounder.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*****</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->