Highland Shootout: Top Kentucky Performers
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The Highland Shootout is one of the top events of the year on the high school basketball calendar in the Midwest. This past Saturday Prep Hoops was in the building taking in the action. We continue our look at the…
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Vincent Dawson III Vincent Dawson III 6'5" | SG Great Crossing | 2025 State #327 Nation KY (Great Crossing – 2025)
Dawson was AWESOME in their win against Chaminade. The 6’5” small forward put on an absolute show with his shot making from all over the floor. It was fluid jumpers one after another whether it was creating his own shot or off the catch. Every time he let it go it was nothing but net. Silky smooth pull up game where he got to his spot and rose over defenders with ease. From three he was 5-7 looking automatic. Mixed in some moves off the bounce including a behind the back drive where he finished with his off hand. He had 27 points (11-19 FG) looking every bit the part of a mid-major plus prospect.
Malachi Moreno Malachi Moreno 6'11" | C Great Crossing | 2025 State #21 Nation KY (Great Crossing – 2025)
Moreno was the headliner coming into this game for Great Crossing at Highland. He has great size at 7’1” with a good frame. Opened the game with a sweet counter move for a right handed hook shot. Was quiet for a while though in this game letting Dawson do his thing. Got on the glass for an and-1 along with another put back. Definitely impacted as a rebounder against Chaminade. He finished with 9 points (3-7 FG) and 12 rebounds. Would have liked to see him be more assertive on the offensive end.
Junius Burrell Junius Burrell 5'8" | PG Great Crossing | 2025 State KY (Great Crossing – 2025)
Burrell is a smaller point guard that brings athleticism and a soft touch finishing game to the table. He hit several of those, a pull up, along with a three for 11 points (5-11 FG) while helping find Dawson for several of his points racking up 6 dimes.
Jeremiah Godfrey Jeremiah Godfrey 6'7" | PF Great Crossing | 2024 State KY (Great Crossing – 2024)
Godfrey is a long and rangy forward that plays with energy. Scores around the hoop, quick to the glass, had a big dunk, and is a rangy defender. Final line read 8 points (4-10 FG) and 6 rebounds.