Coaches vs. Cancer Key Performers: Starting 5
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The following players were some of the best at the Coaches vs. Cancer Holiday Tournament at Maryville University. Zac Goss (Lindbergh): Goss has become a great leader for Lindbergh and plays with a ton of fire. His speed in the…
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Continue ReadingThe following players were some of the best at the Coaches vs. Cancer Holiday Tournament at Maryville University.
Zac Goss (Lindbergh): Goss has become a great leader for Lindbergh and plays with a ton of fire. His speed in the open floor is one area that separates him from the pack. Goss is a compact, strong guard with elite speed. He adds a scoring punch for this team and sets defensive pressure. A do-it-all PG with the qualities you look for in a senior.
Tournament Stats: 18.0 PPG, 5.0 APG, 2.3 RPG
Andrew Moore Andrew Moore 6'0" | PG Troy | 2025 State MO (Troy): Moore is being asked to score a lot more than in the past and he’s remaining efficient. He scored 81 points in this tournament and did so showcasing a lot more slashing than in the past. The junior has an edge to him and plays with a level of toughness. He can make the three, get into his mid-range, and stop to shoot floaters. He continues to raise his stock this season.
Tournament Stats: 20.2 PPG
Riley Massey Riley Massey 6'3" | PG De Smet Jesuit | 2025 State MO (De Smet): Massey would’ve been the tournament MVP had De Smet won. He was outstanding in each game and has taken the next step in his development. The 6’2 junior is someone who plays well with the ball or on the wing because of his versatility. A high level shooter and advanced decision maker.
Tournament Stats: 14.5 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 5.2 APG
Iziah Purvey Iziah Purvey 6'5" | PF Webster Groves | 2024 State MO (Webster Groves): Purvey was the best player on the winning team and affected the game in all facets. His scoring, rebounding, and passing holds this team together. He had an answer each time Webster Groves needed a spark. The UMSL signee has been having a great senior season and this was a continuation. It’s fitting that he performed well in his final CVC tournament.
Tournament Stats: 14.2 PPG
Mason Dunlap Mason Dunlap 6'0" | PG Eureka | 2024 State MO (Eureka): Eureka was a scrapy group led by Dunlap. The senior had to score more than usual and defend against the other team’s top players. He’s a true PG who makes smart reads and gets into efficient shots. One of the better unsigned lead guards in the state. Dunlap has a smooth mid-range game and plays with a very high basketball IQ.
Tournament Stats: 15.5 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 2.0 APG