June Scholastic Previews: Springfield Central

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri will be doing team previews on some 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>Springfield Central is going to be dangerous heading into the new season. They returned most of their production and only lost one key player, Tyrique Brooks. The Missouri Southern signee was able to cover up a lot defensively and that's a role that will need to be filled. Outside of that, the formula is still in place. Look for them to have another successful season.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1422818' first='Keion' last='Epps']</strong> is the engineer to this offense. Epps is a physical guard who can make the three and has a strong downhill game. He uses his frame well and plays on balance. He's a tough shot-taker and maker. Within this offense, he produces at a high level. For that reason alone, he's a top player to watch at June live periods. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1425344' first='Bryce' last='Walker']</strong> is their top frontcourt player. A 6'6 motor guy who never stops working. He's someone who fills several roles. Now a senior, he's a vertical lob threat and someone who can step out to make the three. Being able to do both is key. Walker plays around the basket but still provides spacing. His shot blocking is another added ability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Rue Wells</strong> plays every spot in the backcourt and on the wing. He's a fiery competitor who earns his minutes on the defensive end of the floor. They allow him to handle pressure and create outside of Epps. Another strong downhill player and someone who converts at a high rate around the basket. Wells is a player who could start to attract college attention in the near future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1562794' first='Devin' last='Sanford']</strong> provides a ton of shooting that this team needs. At 6'3 he's their floor spacer and someone who attacks closeouts. A solid defender as well. In many ways, he's the glue player that holds everything together. He's a skilled guard who consistently makes a positive impact on the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->