Team Spotlight on the Missouri Hawks 16U

Earl Austin August 5, 2025 @ 06:54 PM

During the month of August, Prep Hoops Missouri will put a spotlight on some of the Under the Radar grassroots teams that we got to watch during the summer. Today, we take a look at the players on the [program_tooltip program_id='2119127' first='Missouri' last='Hawks'] 16U squad.   [player_tooltip player_id='2837060' first='Elijah' last='Livingston'] (Lee's Summit North): A talented 6'1" 2027 shooting guard who has excellent athleticism along with the ability to score in a variety of ways. He can get into the lane and score on smooth penetrating drives to the basket or throw down dunks in transition. He can knock down 3-pointers while also being able to create off the dribble. He can also create offense from defense with his ability to dart the passing lanes for steals.     Aaron McIntosh (Lee's Summit North): A 5'6" 2027 point guard who makes things happen with his excellent speed and quickness. He can beat a defender on a straight line drive or he can lull a defender, then him with a burst of speed on the way to the basket. He finishes well in the lane at multiple angles. He distributes the ball very well and he can play the role of press breaker by himself at times with his handles. He can also shoot it from long distance.     [player_tooltip player_id='2837061' first='Drew' last='Benassi'] (Lee's Summit): A 6'4" 2027 forward who has a rock solid build at 205 pounds and explosive athleticism to go along with it. He's strong and he attacks the basket with tenacity. When he's on the drive, he uses his broad shoulders to ward off the defenders. He will also throw down a dunk in traffic. He seals defenders in the lane for the good post up or he can step out and hit the 3-pointer from the corner.     [player_tooltip player_id='2701071' first='Jase' last='Smith'] (North Platte): A 5'11" 2027 combo guard who is a small-school standout. He can shoot it with range that extends well beyond the 3-point line. He shoots it off the catch and he's also able to create his own space with the dribble to get a shot off. He could also attack a close out by getting to the basket off the dribble for a bucket.     Taius "Ty" Miller (Lee's Summit North): A 6'0" 2027 guard who has a muscular build and who handles the ball very well. The young lefty uses his strength and creative handles to get into the lane off the bounce, where he created some nice passing angles. He can also score on the tough take in the lane and finish in traffic. He is a strong defender who guards with toughness while using his length to his advantage.     Adam Kimminau (Raymore-Peculiar): A 6'2" 2027 guard who has some impressive offensive skills along with good athleticism. He was knocking down open 3-pointers from the corner and he was also getting buckets in the transition game. He attacks the basket on the straight line drive and he can also hit a defender with a hesi move to get a layup or a short jumper.     [player_tooltip player_id='2205731' first='Colby' last='Hay'] (Lee's Summit): A 5'11" point guard who is an unselfish player who is always looking to set up teammates with the pass. His ball handling is solid and he is a good connector who keeps the ball moving and the offense flowing. He has a nice cross-over dribble to break down a defender and he can shoot it from 3-point range off the catch.     Gus Happe (Warrensburg): A 6'7" 2027 forward who has good size and who is still in the developmental stages. He is a mobile player who rebounds the ball well and can run the court. He is not afraid to get inside and mix it up for rebounds and loose balls.   ([program_tooltip program_id='2119127' first='Missouri' last='Hawks'] logo photo courtesy of the [program_tooltip program_id='2119127' first='Missouri' last='Hawks'])

During the month of August, Prep Hoops Missouri will put a spotlight on some of the Under the Radar grassroots teams that we got to watch during the summer. Today, we take a look at the players on the Missouri Hawks 16U squad.