Small School Shoutouts – 500 or Less

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>This article features players that deserve a "shoutout" for their performance last week. All schools are located in Southern illinois with an enrollment of 500 or less.</em> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2323329"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6993aae28f81e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Althoff Crusaders were defeated by the Metro-East Lutheran Knights on 02/14/2026. [player_tooltip player_id='2323329' first='Kyle' last='Johnson'] was one of the Crusaders who helped the team stay within reach throughout the game. He excelled at rebounding, blocking shots, and anticipating passes without overcommitting. While Johnson also finished offensive rebounds, his most noticeable impact was on the defensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2507312"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6993aae28f8c2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Metro-East Lutheran Knights [player_tooltip player_id='2507312' first='Dominic' last='Boyd'] was a solid contributor in their win over the Crusaders. Boyd used his size to screen, box out, and create space for his teammates. But he wasn't just a big man throwing his body around. He showed good ball control, a smooth mid-range shot, and a threat from the perimeter if set and ready.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2383987"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6993aae28f92e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2383987' first='Luke' last='McKay'] helped carry the Woodlawn Cardinals to a victory over the Eastland Cougars on 02/14/2026. McKay appeared to be a reliable set shooter comfortable from beyond the arc. [player_tooltip player_id='2383987' first='Luke' last='McKay'] made at least two three-pointers that night and showed flashes of a turnaround jumper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1874861"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6993aae28f980"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1874861' first='Parker' last='Krogman']'s effort kept the Eastland Cougars in the game against the Cardinals. He's a hardworking player on the floor. His broad size gives him an advantage. He uses this to make space around the rim and position for rebounds. Krogman is also a strong finisher. He has a reliable shot from all areas of the floor. This includes shots from behind the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1552415"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6993aae28f9cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1552415' first='Maddox' last='Ritzel'] demonstrated his scoring versatility as he helped the Nashville Hornets defeat the Effingham Hearts. Ritzel excelled at scoring off screens, finding open space for threes, and shooting on the move. He also proved to be a dependable defender, guarding the paint effectively and maintaining good coverage on his opponent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->