Freshman Showcase Team No. 1 Evals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri held its Freshman Showcase on Sunday at the Beal Center in Chesterfield. Here is a look at the members of Team 1 who participated in the event. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3758317' first='Tyson' last='Henry'] (Chaminade): A 6'4" shooting guard who was one of the smoothest offensive players in the event. At one point during the 3-on-3 sessions, he got on a heater when he knocked down three consecutive 3-pointers and a mid-range jumper. He creates well off the dribble and plays with a lot of rhythm. He also dropped a few nice dimes to open teammates. He also used his length to get into the passing lanes and grab a few steals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2991406' first='Jackson' last='Antweiler'] (Blair Oaks): A 6'3" guard from Mid-Missouri who showed us some impressive athleticism as well as his overall skill level. He jumped over a group of players to grab a rebound on one end and he had a nice chase down block at the other end. He has a high motor and a high basketball IQ. He handled the point and got his teammates involved and he showed a nice perimeter stroke from 3-point range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Asee Beddam (Vianney): A 5'10" guard who was one of the leaders in steals in the showcase. He displayed some good defensive instincts and anticipation to grab steals. His quick hands also enabled him to pick a few pockets off the dribble. He also has a nice flowing offensive game where he was getting to his spots and hitting the pull up from the mid-range area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2979643' first='Mason' last='Hays'] (Monroe City): A 6'1" guard who plays the game with solid fundamentals. He displayed a quick first step to beat defenders to score along the baseline. His finishing skills around the basket were good. He is a solid ball handler who can also shoot the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3729086' first='Paul' last='Patton III'] (Pattonville): A 6'1" forward who has a solid build and was very productive at both ends of the court. He was active on defense as he was able to block multiple perimeter shots with his quick jump. He was also rebounding the ball very well and getting putbacks on the offensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3629344' first='Corey' last='West Jr']. (Battle): A 5'8" point guard who displayed his speed and quickness throughout the event. He was able to get into the lane on dribble penetration and he could also create his own shot off the dribble, including a nice step back jumper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3632136' first='Walter' last='Niermann'] (SLUH): A 6'3" forward who was a good worker who was very effective around the basket where he can score with either hand. He was running the court well and getting buckets in the transition game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3729213' first='Aden' last='Smajis'] (Oakville): A 6'3" forward who has a quick first step to attack off the drive very well. He had some tough finishes in the lane. He could compliment his drive by knocking down a perimeter jumper. He's very solid and he plays with a strong motor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->