Prep Hoops Next National Championship: 13u Saturday Standouts

At the Prep Hoops Next National Championship in Kansas City, several standout players showcased their skills and made significant impacts on the court.     Noah Vazquez brings relentless energy on the court—he's quick and plays with a toughness that makes it hard for defenders to stay in front of him. His best moments come when he reads a seam and decisively drives downhill to the rim, attacking closeouts with pace and confidence. What sets him apart is his basketball IQ: he consistently makes the right play in the moment—whether that's finishing strong, drawing contact, dishing to a teammate, or pulling up when the defense sagged.      Frank Natali flashed some serious flair with a couple of highlight reels this weekend, turning heads with his slick euro-step moves. When Frank gets a step on the defense, he's smooth and confident, fluidly shifting direction before finishing strong at the rim. Those euro-steps showcased his footwork and balance, and his spin moves. He's shown he's not afraid to get creative near the basket, mixing finesse with aggression. In short, Natali's highlight package proves he's got the handle, the vision, and the instinct to pull off flashy finishes under pressure—cocky in all the right ways.     Tiglath Rabin may not be the biggest guard on the court, but he plays with the calm confidence of a seasoned floor general. His court awareness is off the charts—every pass checks out, every cut is well-timed, and he rarely, if ever, makes the wrong read. As a ball handler, he's equally sharp: tight control, smooth between-the-legs shifts, smart change-of-pace to shake defenders and create clean looks for teammates.     Miracovsky Pierre had an absolute monster of a performance—an unstoppable force on both ends of the paint. He dominated the glass from the opening tip, crashing waves of offensive and defensive boards that fueled second-chance points and shut down opponents' looks.     Timothy Mueller brought size, versatility, and steady production to the floor—proving to be a major difference-maker in his team's success. Whether he was stretching the floor, defending multiple positions, or making smart plays within the flow of the game, Mueller consistently made his presence felt. His ability to adapt to different roles on both ends gave his team flexibility and control, and he never forced the action—just made the right plays at the right time.

At the Prep Hoops Next National Championship in Kansas City, several standout players showcased their skills and made significant impacts on the court.