Midwest Showcase New Names of Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri brings you some New Names of forwards/posts who caught our attention at last weekend's Midwest Showcase, which was held at Homefield in Olathe, KS.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2470948,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5229.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5229.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2470948" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Callen Askew (Rockhurst): A 6'7 2025 forward who was excellent with his athleticism and high motor. His post game was on point as he made jump hooks and turnaround jumpers. He also had some nice tip ins in traffic. He also had a number of impressive rim runs. He displayed his explosiveness with multiple slam dunks during the weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2470904,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5070.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5070.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2470904" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2353849' first='Brogan' last='Crawford'] (Lawson): A 6'5 2026 who impressed me with his versatile skill set. He's a very capable 3-point shooter who was also handling the ball and facilitating offense. He was also strong on the offensive boards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2470980,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5237.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5237.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2470980" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2544932' first='Evan' last='Bishop'] (Boonville): A 6'4 2025 forward who plays a strong overall game. He can score well inside plus he can pass out of the post when he sees a double team. He also operates on the perimeter very well as a scorer and playmaker. He can also step out and hit the 3-pointer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2470955,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5194.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5194.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2470955" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2544835' first='Gabriel' last='Sanford'] (Cardinal Ritter): A 6'7 2026 forward who was very solid in the low post as a scorer and rebounder. When he established his position, he was hard to move. He catches the ball well and he has a nice touch inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2470976,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5253.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5253.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2470976" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cooper Oathat (Park Hill South): A 6'4 2025 forward who displayed some impressive moves to score in the post. His footwork is excellent and his up and under move was tough. He was never rushed. He was also hitting the turnaround jumper inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2470985,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5398.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5398.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2470985" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2966377' first='Ted' last='Nassah'] (Lift for Life): A 6'5 2026 forward who has good length and athleticism. He was very active on the offensive boards with his quick second jump. He also converted transition layups on his rim runs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2470966,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5405.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5405.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2470966" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jayden Carpenter (Aurora): A 6'2 2025 post player with a big body and an uncanny ability to finish around the basket. He has a nice jump hook and he can also score with both hands. He can go high off the glass as he plays the angles well. He uses his strength and footwork to combat taller players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->