Who are Some of the New Guards Added to Updated 2029 Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri released its newly updated Class of 2029 rankings today. Here is a look at a group of guards and wings who are new additions to the newly released rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hunter Turner-Diaz (Columbia Independent): A 6'0" point guard who is one of the bright young prospects in the Mid-Missouri area. He was the Prep Hoops Missouri Class 1 Freshman of the Year after a big debut campaign where he averaged nearly 20 points a game. He set the new freshman season scoring record. In addition to being a primary scorer, he is a slick ball handler and playmaker who creates well for his teammates. He had a high game of 39 points this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3288715' first='Kyle' last='Nichols'] (Dexter): A 6'3" shooting guard who is one of the top young prospects in the SEMO area. He entered the starting lineup right away and helped Dexter to a district championship and a berth in the Class 4 state quarterfinals. He is an athletic southpaw who was able to get into the lane and shoot it over smaller defenders. He can shoot it from 3-point range as he can move and come off screens well. He is a good rebounder who can handle the ball in the open court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2951102' first='Wyatt' last='Brant'] (Crest Ridge, Pictured): A 6'2" guard who earned Prep Hoops Missouri Class 2 Co-Freshmen of the Year honors after helping lead Crest Ridge to a 21-8 and a district championship. He is a poised young player with excellent athleticism and drive. He is an excellent slasher and finisher in the lane. He averaged 14.5 points and 3.7 rebounds while shooting 52 percent from the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3288706' first='Brayden' last='Dwyer'] (Leopold): A 6'3" guard who is a small-school hidden gem in the SEMO area. He has a nice feel for the game as he handles the ball well with good court vision. The ball does not stick in his hands. He is also a three-level scorer who can maneuver in the lane and also dial it up from 3-point range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3336952' first='Ryan' last='Walters'] (Versailles): A 5'10" point guard who is a bright young talent in the Mid-Mo area. He is a smooth offensive player who can shoot the ball coming off screens with the ability to create off the dribble. As a freshman, he averaged 14.3 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists a game. in helping lead Versailles to Ozark Highlands Conference championship. He was also a First Team All-Conference and All-District selection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Grady Gockel (Platte Valley): A 5'11" point guard who is an impressive young player in the NWMO area. He has a very good offensive skill set along with a high basketball IQ. He has a nice offensive bag as he can maneuver in the lane to score on crafty moves inside. He can also break down defenders with crossovers and spin moves to create his own shot off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->