June Scholastic Previews: Francis Howell

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri will be doing team previews on some of the top in-state programs during the scholastic period. Due to recent NCAA calendar changes, June has become vital to recruiting and the high school game. There are two live periods so this is a great time to evaluate prospects and gain insight into teams for the upcoming season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Francis Howell is always a contender in Class 6. They put together excellent teams, are well-coached, and play with a high level of toughness. Last season their offensive execution and willingness to defend took them to the sectional round. There are key returners, transfers, and newcomers to the varsity squad who will be highlighted below. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1425726' first='Will' last='Paulson']</strong> is a scoring leader for this team and someone who provides length on the defensive end. At 6'7 he's a strong shooter but can post and work mismatches. He really impressed during the playoffs last season and is a mature prospect who should start to attract college attention. He can play different spots on the floor and adds a lot of spacing. Expect him to be an 18+ PPG scorer in his senior season. That's something he's capable of. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DeAnthony McJames</strong> is one of the fastest PGs in Missouri. He's a token pressure defender, someone who will jump passing lanes, a paint touch specialist, and their quarterback in transition. His halfcourt ability took leaps in his sophomore season after a transfer from De Smet. He should excel having a year of experience under his belt. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2528034' first='Jahi' last='Martin']</strong> is a 2027 who could surprise some folks. He's another transfer that will provide value to this squad. Martin is a capable playmaker who will handle some duties on the ball. His frame is strong and this allows him to compete defensively. Another capable player in Grant Agbo's backcourt. Plenty of potential for growth as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aiden O'Haire</strong> is the last player chosen to be highlighted. He played a good amount as a sophomore and was one of their top shooters. It's a role he excels in, however, there's room for continued growth. At 6'3, he can get off shots vs. length and displayed some improved ability during the first week of June. He's someone who could nearly double his scoring output as a junior. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->