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Prep Hoops Missouri continues its preseason previews with a look at the Archdiocesan Athletic Association. The conference is divided into two divisions and we will include players from both divisions in this preview. There were three AAA schools that advanced…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri continues its preseason previews with a look at the Archdiocesan Athletic Association. The conference is divided into two divisions and we will include players from both divisions in this preview. There were three AAA schools that advanced to the Final Four of their respective state tournaments. Father Tolton finished second in Class 4, Cardinal Ritter was third in Class 5 and Duchesne was fourth in Class 4.
THE STARTING FIVE
Evens Appolon Evens Appolon 6'9" | PF Father Tolton | 2023 State MO (Father Tolton): The 6’9″ 2023 power forward is an imposing figure in the low post at both ends of the floor. As a junior, he averaged six points and five rebounds while also blocking nearly two shots a game.
Adam Rickman Adam Rickman 6'6" | SF Borgia | 2024 State MO (Borgia): A 6’6″ 2024 forward with a versatile skill set to play inside and on the perimeter. As a sophomore, 15 points, eight rebounds and three assists a game while shooting 52 percent from the field.
Clayton Jackson Clayton Jackson 6'2" | PG Cardinal Ritter | 2024 State MO (Cardinal Ritter): A 6’2″ 2024 point guard who is ready to take on a greater offensive load after helping the Lions to a Final Four berth with his floor leadership. He has good strength and ability to score at all three levels.
Ethan Kissell Ethan Kissell 6'1" | SG Duchesne | 2023 State MO (Duchesne): The 6’2″ 2023 guard led the Pioneers to a surprise run to the Final Four of the Class 3 state tournament. As a junior, he averaged 14.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists a game.
Izaak Porter Izaak Porter 6'7" | SG Father Tolton | 2023 State MO (Father Tolton): The 6’4″ perimeter player is a big shooting guard with extended range from 3-point distance. He also has good size and playmaking skills to go along with her shooting ability.
BEST OF THE REST
2023
Grant Schroeder Grant Schroeder 6'2" | SF Borgia | 2023 State MO (Borgia)
Sam Dunard (Borgia)
Cam Lee Cam Lee 6'1" | SG Duchesne | 2023 State MO (Duchesne)
Trevor North Trevor North 6'0" | PG St. Dominic | 2023 State MO (St. Dominic)
Demetris Phillips (Lutheran-St. Charles)
Josh Baker-Mays (Duchesne)
Amorion Oliphant (Duchesne)
Brady Connor Brady Connor 6'5" | SF Lutheran Of St. Charles | 2023 State MO (Lutheran-St. Charles)
Jalen Davis (DuBourg)
C.J. Holloway (Lutheran-St. Charles)
2024
Javar Galbreath Javar Galbreath 6'5" | PF Father Tolton | 2024 State MO (Father Tolton)
Quenton Parker Quenton Parker 6'5" | SG STEAM Academy | 2024 State MO (Cardinal Ritter)
Mehki Barringer (Cardinal Ritter)
Zamier Collins (St. Mary’s)
Ryan Atkins Ryan Atkins 6'2" | SG Cardinal Ritter | 2024 State MO (Cardinal Ritter)
Brayden Gardner Brayden Gardner 6'2" | SG St. Dominic | 2024 State MO (St. Dominic)
Ray Butler (St. Dominic)
Quintrell Leonard Quintrell Leonard 6'2" | SG St. Mary's | 2024 State MO (St. Mary’s)
2025
Exavier Wilson Exavier Wilson 6'1" | PG Father Tolton | 2025 State #265 Nation MO (Father Tolton)
Zyree Collins Zyree Collins 6'0" | PG St. Mary's | 2025 State #338 Nation MO (St. Mary’s)
2026
Oscar Patterson (Cardinal Ritter)