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Prep Girls Hoops Missouri takes a look at another group of Class of 2026 players who are making an early impact at the varsity level this season. Jael Green Jael Green 5'3" | PG University City | 2026 State MO…
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Continue ReadingPrep Girls Hoops Missouri takes a look at another group of Class of 2026 players who are making an early impact at the varsity level this season.
Jael Green Jael Green 5'3" | PG University City | 2026 State MO (University City): A talented young point guard who uses her speed and quickness to impact the game at both ends of the floor. She runs the show well with her high basketball IQ and she can really apply the on-ball defensive pressure. She is currently averaging 17 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 4.4 steals a game.
Lily Chitwood (New Franklin): A young guard who plays the game with a lot of energy. She shoots the 3-pointer off the catch well and she uses screens well to get open for shots. She also attacks the basket whenever possible. She is just as aggressive on the defensive end with her ball-hawking.
Eliana Arambula Eliana Arambula 5'5" | PG Benton | 2026 State MO (St Joe Benton): A 5’5 point guard who has good quickness and she plays with a lot of poise. Her feel for the game is excellent. She pushes the pace and she has the ability to change speeds very well. She is averaging 10 points, two assists and two steals for the 9-1 Lady Cardinals.
Addy Abel (Highland): A 5’7 guard who has already stepped into a big role with her fine all-around play. She has good playmaking skills as a ball handler and passer and she has the ability to knock down shots from 3-point range. She plays with very good poise for a young player, who has played in some big games early in her career. She is also a solid rebounder from the guard position and an active defensive player.
Bella Westbrook Bella Westbrook 5'9" | SG Ft. Zumwalt East | 2026 State MO (Fort Zumwalt East): A 5’8″ guard who has a versatile skill set that enables her to excel anywhere on the court. She plays very well without the basketball as she can cut and find the openings to get easy baskets. She can also slash to the basket and score on drives with either hand. She can also knock down shots from 3-point range.She is currently averaging 15.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and two steals a game in helping lead East to a 9-4 record.
Lariah Tucker (Grandview): A 5’8″ wing player who is establishing herself as a fine two-way player early in her career. She has good length and athleticism, which she displays on the defensive end with deflections, steals and blocks. She covers a lot of ground on the drive with her long stride and she can finish in the lane. She is currently averaging 10 points, six rebounds and nearly two steals a game.
Ashley Hilton (Hillsboro): A talented lefty who has been making things happen in Jefferson County as a freshman. She’s a skill ball handler who plays the game with good pace as likes to push the tempo. She is also a nice 3-point shooter from the corners. She is currently averaging 10.5 points, 6.6 rebounds and nearly two steals a game in helping the Hawks to an 8-4 record.