Under the Radar Players on MBCA No. 1 Teams

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at a group of Under the Radar players who play big roles for their teams that are currently ranked No. 1 in the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association state polls from Classes 1-6.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CLASS 1 - Owen Sanders (Bunker): A 6'4" 2026 forward who provides a great inside compliment to All-State guard teammate [player_tooltip player_id='2205728' first='Brennen' last='Meloy']. Owen is a strong presence in the paint area with his ability to score, rebound and block shots. He is a good athlete with a quick jump inside to get offensive rebounds and blocks. He can also score around the basket with his strength and finishing ability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CLASS 2 - Gus Sinning (Hartville): A 6'3" 2026 forward who has emerged as one of the top small-school post players in the SWMO area. He averaged about four points a game in part-time duty last season, but he has improved and become a go-to scorer in the paint. He has a big, physical body and he uses it well to create space in the lane for post catches and inside buckets. His emergence as a strong presence in the post gives the Hawks some added juice in their quest for a Class 2 state championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CLASS 3 - Ronald Henry (Principia): A 6'8" 2026 forward who has been a important part of Principia's growth into a national-level program for his entire four year career. He plays an excellent role as a defensive stalwart and rebounder. He is an excellent athlete who can switchable on defense and guard multiple positions. He averages five points and five rebounds a game while shooting nearly 50 percent from the field</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CLASS 4 - [player_tooltip player_id='2239022' first='Khalil' last='Crain'] (Vashon): A 6'2" 2027 guard who is a solid two-way performer for the Wolverines. The young lefty is a very effective slasher who is tough to stop when he gets to his dominant left hand on the drive. He can finish well on the attack and he can also pull up and knock down the short jumper. He also plays tough aggressive defense on the ball. He is currently averaging six points and two steals a game while shooting 49 percent from the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CLASS 5 - [player_tooltip player_id='1651977' first='Quincy' last='Williams'] (Webster Groves): A 6'1" 2026 guard who has been a steady and consistent performer throughout his career with getting much of the spotlight. He is a good ball handler and defender and he is an excellent 3-point shooter who has hit some big shots during his career, with one coming in the Class 5 state quarterfinals last season against Sikeston. He is currently averaging nine points, three rebounds and three assists a game while shooting 43 percent from 3-point range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CLASS 6 - Max Moylan (Rockhurst): A 6'1" 2026 guard who had a rock solid body at about 200 pounds that is built for contact. He has been a valuable piece of the Hawklets undefeated season with his physical toughness and perimeter shooting. He can really shoot it from the corners when he gets open looks. He can also score around the basket through contact. He defends well and his overall floor game is very solid. He doesn't have to score to have an impact on the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->