Gateway All-American: Class of 2023 Shooting Guards/Wings

<p>Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2023 shooting guards/wings from the Gateway All-American Tournament at the Center of St. Louis.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/10/Christian-Hughes-1-crop-4000x2627-1635364067.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1317427" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/10/Christian-Hughes-1-crop-4000x2627-1635364067-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /></a></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1269935" first="Christian" last="Hughes"] (Gateway-Knights): The athletic 6’1" guard led his team to the 17U championship. He is a fearless athlete who loves to attack the basket and can finish above the rim or against the contact. He also has a nice stop and pop jumper in the mid-range area along with the ability to hit open 3-pointers. He’s a good worker who doesn’t take plays off at either end.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/046C2BEF-B5F9-403E-A9F1-591591F530C0.jpeg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1445951" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/046C2BEF-B5F9-403E-A9F1-591591F530C0-300x225.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1444182" first="Gavin" last="Rivers"] (Semo Select): An athletic 6’4" wing from Poplar Bluff who’s an impressive slashing threat who puts consistent pressure on opposing defenses. He’s very good in transition and he can finish strong through contact. He’s also a solid ball handler who can hit the perimeter jumper to keep defenses honest.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/Jack-Fessenden-Troy-Buchanan-2023.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1452069" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/Jack-Fessenden-Troy-Buchanan-2023-300x214.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="214" /></a></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1161294" first="Jack" last="Fessenden"] (Mo Thunder): The 6’2" guard from Troy displayed his usual pure shooting stroke from 3-point range. He has worked hard to become a more complete offensive player and it shows in his ability to drive to the basket and also get himself to the free throw line. He also competes hard on the defensive end where he works hard to keep his man in front of him.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/95C48518-6B7B-4943-9490-31CB253165DA.jpeg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1443765" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/95C48518-6B7B-4943-9490-31CB253165DA-300x225.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1440700" first="Jalen" last="Purvey"] (St. Louis Cobras ANM): A 6’1" guard from Webster Groves who displayed an impressive offensive package throughout the weekend. He was very capable of creating a good shot whenever he wanted to. He has solid handles and the ability to get to his spots on the floor. His mid-range game is very effective and he could hit the open 3-pointer.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/D929CE9A-44DD-4C9B-AA66-D9A78FA05056.jpeg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1457401" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/D929CE9A-44DD-4C9B-AA66-D9A78FA05056-300x225.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1443778" first="Ethan" last="Kissel"] (St. Louis Tigers): A 6’2" guard from Duchesne who is a high-energy player. At 190-pounds, he has a strong body that is built for contact and he attacks the basket with a lot of gusto. He can go left or right and also change speeds on the dribble. He is fresh off leading Duchesne to a surprise run to the Class 4 Final Four during the season.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Nehemiah Reedus (St. Louis Warriors): A slender 6’3" guard from Miller Career Academy who plays a smooth game that is under control. The long and lanky southpaw has a quick first step to get the basket and he can step back and knock down the 3-pointer.</p>