SEMO Conference Tournament: Players To Watch
Tipping off the 2021-22 season in Southeast Missouri will be the sixth annual SEMO Conference Tournament (Nov. 29 through Dec. 2 at Jackson High School), which has been won by Cape Notre Dame the past two seasons. Unsurprisingly, the Bulldogs…
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Continue ReadingTipping off the 2021-22 season in Southeast Missouri will be the sixth annual SEMO Conference Tournament (Nov. 29 through Dec. 2 at Jackson High School), which has been won by Cape Notre Dame the past two seasons. Unsurprisingly, the Bulldogs are favored to win it again as they’ve earned the No. 1 seed and return three starters, which includes The Rubel Duo. Not only will viewers be in for a treat watching these two top-five talents, but there are plenty of other players to keep an eye out for as well. Here are the top 10 players to watch at this year’s SEMO Conference Tournament:
2023 6’1″ SF Tori Rubel Tori Rubel 6'1" | SF Cape Notre Dame | 2023 State MO – Cape Notre Dame (Uncommitted): One of the top all-around talents in the Midwest with her abilities as a three-level scorer, lockdown defender, fluid rebounder and high-end facilitator. Southeast Missouri’s top shooter as she’s lethal from both beyond the arc and the perimeter.
2022 6’0″ CG Alexa Rubel Alexa Rubel 6'0" | CG Cape Notre Dame | 2022 State MO – Cape Notre Dame (UT Martin): Arguably Missouri’s top offensive talent. Specialist when attacking the rim as she also hits daggers from 3-point range and makes a high percentage of her free throws. Next-level passer with a variety of moves who also defends and rebounds at a high level.
2022 6’1″ SF Karris Allen Karris Allen 6'1" | SF Sikeston | 2022 State MO – Sikeston (Western Kentucky): The reigning conference player of the year is one of the top athletes in the area as she is a play-making machine who flies around the court. Excellent handle with a fine-tuned jumper and can push with the best of them.
2022 5’9″ CG Jordyn McClellan Jordyn McClellan 5'9" | SG Jackson | 2022 State MO – Jackson (Uncommitted): As smooth as they come when handling the basketball whether she’s knocking down jumpers, making defenders look silly with one move or unselfishly dishing it out. Has outstanding range from deep and can mirror ball handlers.
2022 5’8″ CG Leah Jansen – Cape Notre Dame (Uncommitted): Best on-ball defender in Southeast Missouri as she doesn’t give handlers much room to create and always goes for takeaways. Also a key talent offensively with a nice outside shot and excellent attack of the rim while being a smooth passer.
2023 5’8″ SG Taylor Horton Taylor Horton 5'8" | SG Cape Central | 2023 State MO – Cape Central (Uncommitted): Has the ability to catch fire from 3-point range and can pull-up in a heartbeat. Great court vision and is opportunistic on both ends. Plays with finesse to beat most defenders whether she’s attacking the basket or making the right pass.
2023 5’10” SG Katie Waller Katie Waller 5'10" | SG Jackson | 2023 State MO – Jackson (Uncommitted): Rising offensive talent who’s always been a slasher but has really established herself as a threat catching and shooting the ball. Active on defense as she’s always going for the ball or sticking with her man to swat shots.
2022 5’6″ SG Amyari Blissett Amyari Blissett 5'6" | SG Sikeston | 2022 State MO – Sikeston (Uncommitted): Lights-out shooter from 3-point range as she usually has multiple makes from beyond the arc every game. Always fights for the ball while having great vision and anticipation in order to pick off passes. Plays with a high motor.
2023 5’2″ CG Ki Bogan Ki Bogan 5'2" | CG Cape Central | 2023 State MO – Cape Central (Uncommitted): Lighting quick as she always has the ability to turn on the jets and attack the rim. Fast-break score waiting to happen with a strong drive who also pushes the bell extremely well. Nice follow through on her 3-point attempts.
2022 5’8″ CG Dulcie Pullen Dulcie Pullen 5'8" | CG Dexter | 2022 State MO – Dexter (Uncommitted): Forced to be reckoned with on the defensive end as she’s extremely aggressive and aware in order to record several steals and blocks each game. Kicks out well after drawing the defense due to her ability to attack the basket.