Top 10: Webster Groves vs. CBC
Prep Hoops Missouri was in attendance at the final day of the Webster Classic on Saturday. Old rivals CBC and Webster Groves hooked up in the championship game. These two well-established programs have been battling each other for championships for…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Missouri was in attendance at the final day of the Webster Classic on Saturday. Old rivals CBC and Webster Groves hooked up in the championship game. These two well-established programs have been battling each other for championships for decades and Saturday’s game offered another chapter in this great non-conference rivalry.
In the end, Webster Groves battled back from two double-digit deficits to edge the Cadets 73-68 and keep the championship trophy in the building.
Here is a Top 10 look from the Webster Groves-CBC Game:
Best Offensive Player: Caleb Love (CBC) – The high major Division I prospect scored a game-high 24 points as University of Missouri head coach Cuonzo Martin was in the house to check him out. The athletic 2020 guard was at his best when he was creating offense off the dribble for mid range jumpers and tough takes to the rim for buckets.
Best Shooter: Ray Adams (Webster Groves): The 6’3″ sharpshooter scored 13 points and was three of five from 3-point range. All three of his triples were from well beyond the 3-point line. His ability to stretch the floor opened driving lanes for his slashing teammates to get to the basket.
Top Impact Player: Joe Jones, pictured, (Webster Groves) – The 5’10” senior guard scored a team-high 18 points and was named the Most Valuable Player of the Tournament. He came up big in the second half when he used his speed and quickness to consistently beat CBC’s pressure defense and get to the basket for one finish after another. A transfer from Atlanta, Jones is a big addition to the Statesmen’s program.
Top Unsung Player: Ari Jackson (CBC) – The 6’4″ senior guard put together an excellent performance with 15 points on the day. He knocked down three 3-pointers and provided some very timely buckets throughout the championship game. He has solid handles and a nice versatile offensive game.
Best Slasher: Amorey Womack (Webster Groves) – The 6’0″ Tennessee State recruit scored 15 points and helped fuel the Statesmen’s comeback with his aggressive attacking style of play. His physical strength enabled him to play through contact and finish well at the rim. He scored on a couple of very good takes late in the game to help seal the win for the Statesmen.
Best Young Prospect (2021-2022): Rob Martin (CBC) – The 5’9″ 2022 point guard has a bright future ahead of him for the Cadets. He is a slick young floor leader who can facilitate and get you buckets. He does a nice job of working the pick and roll and he also has 3-point range.
Top Rebounder: Malachy Simpson (Webster Groves) – The 6’7″ 2019 forward grabbed a game-high 10 rebounds and displayed some excellent toughness in a very physical game. A finesse player for much of his career, Simpson really battled for rebounds and even took a shot above the eye, which required three stitches. He also contributed 11 points for an all-important double-double.
Best Reserve: Dallas King (Webster Groves) – An all-purpose 6’1″ 2019 guard, King came off the bench and had seven points, two rebounds, two assists and two steals while playing solid defense. He also did an excellent job of making hustle plays and corralling loose balls for his team.
Best High Energy Player: Josh Wallace (CBC) – The 6’6″ 2019 forward was plagued by foul trouble for much of the game, but he still finished with 12 points and played with the same high energy, high motor style that has helped him earn some Division I offers.
Key Element of the Game: Webster’s tenacity – The Statesmen had to overcome not one, but two double digit deficits to pull out this victory. They trailed 21-8 at the end of the first quarter, but battled back to tie the game at halftime 32-32. The fell behind by 10 points again in the third quarter, but fought their all the way back again to win the championship and make a big statement in their first big tournament without their graduated dynamic duo of Courtney Ramey and Carte’are Gordon.