Arch Elite Class of 2025 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some of the top Class of 2025 standouts who caught our eye at last weekend's Arch Elite Tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445701,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Isaac-Busch.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Isaac-Busch.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445701" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2357760' first='Isaac' last='Busch'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2077046' first='Mid' last='Mo Elite']): A 6'4 forward from Eugene who is a talented all-around player who creates matchup problems with his versatility. He can shoot the 3-pointer and be a playmaker on the perimeter. He can also score in the paint with his nice moves inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445720,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2686.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2686.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445720" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Martavious Miller (J-Rock Ballers): A 6'5" forward from McCluer who's all arms and legs with his length and explosive athleticism. He played with a strong motor as he had some impressive chase down blocks in transition. He was constantly on the offensive boards with his quick second and third jump for putbacks. He was constantly running the court looking for transition buckets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445723,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2667.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2667.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445723" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Logan O'Laughin (Crossover Elite): A 6'4" forward from Fort Zumwalt West who plays a solid all-around game. He excels on offense from the high post where he can turn and face and drive it to the basket or hit the 15 footer. He can also hit the open cutter with a good pass. He was also a solid defender in the post with his positioning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445724,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2702.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2702.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445724" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1375322' first='Gardner' last='Casey'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2077046' first='Mid' last='Mo Elite']): A 5'10 point guard from Bolivar who plays with loads of energy. He gets downhill very well to finish in the lane and he can really shoot it from downtown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445789,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2665.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2665.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445789" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lanez Pruitt (Hoopville Warriors): A 6'4 forward from Belleville East who plays big inside with his tenacity and athleticism around the basket. He used quick moves in the post to score and he also had several putbacks off the offensive boards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445708,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Arlandis-Brown.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Arlandis-Brown.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445708" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arlandis Brown (Hoopville Warriors): A 6'4" wing player from East St. Louis (IL) who is an athletic slashing threat who finished well at the rim. He used his length well at both ends of the court as he could get deflections on defense. He was also an excellent player in the open court in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445710,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Brian-Lee-II.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Brian-Lee-II.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445710" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brian Lee (J-Rock Ballers): A 6'1” point guard from Hazelwood East who was physically one of the strongest player I watched during the weekend. He overpowered defenders into the lane and could hit the line drive perimeter jumper. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445725,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2705.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2705.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445725" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1581548' first='Alex' last='Schonhardt'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2077046' first='Mid' last='Mo Elite']): A 6'0 guard from Helias who can really fill it up from long distance. He's a solidly built guard who also plays stout defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2445781,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2692.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_2692.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2445781" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1520695' first='Josh' last='Pitney'] (Robertson Lancers): A 6'2 guard from Lafayette who has a nice free flowing game on offense. He had some nice finishes in traffic off his Euro steps. He was also knocking down 3-pointers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->