New 2027 Rankings Top Point/Combo Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri released its newly updated Class of 2027 rankings this week. We start our positional rankings with a look at the top point/combo guards in the new rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2378185,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_0768.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_0768.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2378185" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2334901' first='Chase' last='Branham'] (Logan Rogersville): A 6'4" point guard who was one of the big impact freshmen in the state last season as he led Rogersville to a third-place finish in the state tournament. He has the size and skill along with a tremendous feel for the game. As a freshman, he averaged 18 points, three rebounds and three assists a game while shooting 41 percent from 3-point range. He enjoyed a big summer playing for KC Run GMC during the summer. He's a high-level prospect who has already received an offer from Mizzou.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2468236,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_4859.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_4859.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2468236" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2334930' first='Brandon' last='Rooks'] (Battle): A 6'0" point guard who is one of the top young prospects in the Mid-Missouri area. He was able to come in and be a factor as a freshman on a Battle team that was full of quality guards. He is an excellent 3-point shooter, but he can also slice in the lane for layups and runners in the lane. He plays the game at his own pace with his poise and high basketball IQ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2349137,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/02/IMG_7603.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/02/IMG_7603.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2349137" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2334926' first='Kyrese' last='Simpson'] (Hillcrest): A 5'9" point guard who is one of the top young players in the SWMO area. He has a high basketball IQ and he can also play the game fast or he can slow the tempo down. He can keep defenders off balance with his change of pace game to either get into the lane or hit the pull up jumper. He also distributes the ball well. He averaged 12 points, three rebounds and three assists a game as a freshman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2230383,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/IMG_6383.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/IMG_6383.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2230383" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2334929' first='Will' last='Foulk'] (DeSmet): A 5'10 point guard who was logged many minutes off the bench for a talented Spartans team that won the Class 5 state championship. He is a three-level scorer with extended range shooting range past 3-point line. He is also fearless on the drive and he has the creative handles to get his own shot. He averaged seven points a game as a freshman. He had a strong summer playing for the Gateway-Knights 15U squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2348207' first='Joe' last='Aghaeze'] (Whitfield): A 5'10" point guard who took over the reins for the Warriors as a freshman and had a debut varsity campaign. He has the quickness to be a one-man press breaker and he distributes the ball very well. He is also a capable offensive player at all three levels. He averaged 13 points and three assists a game last season while also shooting 41 points from 3-point range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2538982,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/IMG_5174.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/IMG_5174.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2538982" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2334945' first='Tra' last='Moore'] (Staley): A 5'10" point guard who is one of the top youngsters in the Kansas City area. He has good speed and quickness, which enables him to excel at both ends of the court. He can control the offense and distribute the ball well. He can also play off the ball well and knock down perimeter shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2459226,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_3763_e4e187.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_3763_e4e187.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2459226" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2338877' first='Karson' last='Gerdeman'] (St. Charles West): A 5'10" point guard who is an excellent ball handler with a high basketball IQ. He is deft passer who can slip dimes to open teammates from a variety of angles. He averaged five assists a game as a freshman. He is also a potent offensive player who averaged eight points a game as a freshman, which will definitely increase this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2538987,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/IMG_2549.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/IMG_2549.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2538987" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2346078' first='Emery' last='Woehrmann'] (Borgia): A 6'2 guard who is now at Borgia after a productive freshman year at SLUH. He's an excellent playmaker who can create buckets in a variety of ways. He can hit the 3-pointer and get his own shot off the dribble. He had a strong summer with [program_tooltip program_id='2077051' first='Team' last='Ramey'] 15Us.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2441724,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/James-Aydelott.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/James-Aydelott.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2441724" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2347377' first='James' last='Aydelott'] (Timberland): A 6'1" point guard who did an excellent job as a freshman for the T-Wolves. He is an excellent 3-point shooter who also showcased his ability to attack the basket and score in the lane off the dribble. He raised his level of play during the summer and was one of our biggest stock risers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2508551,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/IMG_6725.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/IMG_6725.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2508551" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ledon Webb (Hayti): A 6'0" point guard who is now at Hayti after spending his freshman season at Poplar Bluff. He is a physically built guard who can use his strength to muscle into the lane to make plays. He also has perimeter shooting range that extends well beyond the 3-point line. He was one of the top players for SEMO United's 15U team that was undefeated on the Prep Hoops Circuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image --> <figure class="wp-block-image"><img alt="" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->