The Class of 2025 Bigs are Ready

Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at a group of bigs in the Class of 2025 who we have been tracking for the past four years. As you know, I have a soft spot for the bigs. All of these five centers stand 6'10" and above and have steadily improved over the course of their careers. Three of them have already committed to Division I schools. He is a closer look at those 2025 bigs as they embark on their final year of high school ball.    The 7-footer ended last season with one of his best offensive games of the season as he scored 13 points against Vianney in the Class 5 state quarterfinals. That could be a sign of good things to come this season. He has already established himself as a strong rim protector on defense and a very good lob threat on the back side on offense. He has good length and mobility and he runs the court very well. He have a commitment to SEMO, which is a good get for the local school     The 6'10" center is the most physical player of this group of big men. He has a big body and he is not afraid to throw his weight around and move people around in the post. He does a good job of sealing defenders and establishing his position in the low post. He is also an effective finisher inside. He is also assertive when he's blocking out on the boards. As a junior, he averaged 10 points and seven rebounds while shooting 61 percent from the field. He has committed to Cal-State Fullerton.     The 6'11" center has been a varsity regular since entering the program as a freshman. He brings mobility and good activity along with his size. The big lefty has good fundamentals and solid moves in the low post. He catches the ball well and he keeps it high before he finishes. He throws down impressive dunks in traffic. He is also a very reliable passer when he sees a double team. A Cal-State Fullerton recruit, Big Ben will be one of the key pieces on a Chaminade team that has Class 6 state championship aspirations.     The 6'10" power forward from the SWMO area is a most intriguing prospect. He has the size and the skill level to be a high impact player in his senior year. He has the moves, the shooting touch and the passing ability to be a force. If he puts it all together on a nightly basis, that would take a pretty talented Ozark team up another level. He has a nice jump hook over the left shoulder. He can also step out and knock down the perimeter jumper.     The 6'11" center is back at Forsyth after spending the past year at nearby Link Academy. Getting Baird back is a huge deal for Forsyth as he brings back his imposing size and presence in the low post. He has a very good old-school back to the basket game with the ability to establish his position and score. He will command and double-team and he's fully capable of finding the open teammates with his passing. He can also face the basket and hit the short jumper with a nice shooting touch.

Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at a group of bigs in the Class of 2025 who we have been tracking for the past four years. As you know, I have a soft spot for the bigs. All of these five centers stand 6'10" and above and have steadily improved over the course of their careers. Three of them have already committed to Division I schools. He is a closer look at those 2025 bigs as they embark on their final year of high school ball.