Run 4 the Roses Top Class of 2026 Point/Combo Guards Standouts

Prep Girls Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Missouri point/combo guards from the state that we watched at last week's Run 4 the Roses Showcase, which was held in Louisville, KY.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/07/IMG_4760.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-721056" /></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='525616' first='Jaicee' last='Carrasquillo'] ([program_tooltip program_id='713054' first='Yanders' last='Law'] 16U): The 5'4" sparkplug from Verona is a talented young point guard who can really pass the basketball. She delivers pinpoint passes with both hands and from a variety of angles to open teammates for easy opportunities. She is also quick can pull up and knock down the perimeter jumper. She is also a pest at the defensive end at the top of her team's full court press. She is constantly jumping and waving her arms and causing disruption with deflections and steals.     ******   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/05/addie-owen.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-651038" /></figure>   [player_tooltip player_id='351776' first='Addi' last='Owen'] (Napheesa Collier Elite 15U Olufson): The 5'4" point guard from Incarnate Word scored 14 points in the Elite 40 Platinum Division championship game victory over the Bay State Jaguars. She shot the ball well from 3-point range throughout the week, which included three triples in the championship game. She impacts the game with her speed and quickness on the defensive end with her constant on-ball pressure.     ******   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/04/Jael-Green-II.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-637425" /></figure>   [player_tooltip player_id='457728' first='Jael' last='Green'] ([program_tooltip program_id='713121' first='Lady' last='Brad Beal Elite'] 15U): The 5'6" point guard from University City a nice job playing the part of playmaker/scorer and she walks the fine line to perform both duties very well. Her basketball IQ is high and she can operate well with the ball or playing off the ball, where she can get buckets and knock down 3-pointers. She can play at a fast tempo and play under control.     ******   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/07/IMG_0003.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-721083" /></figure>   [player_tooltip player_id='493462' first='Kyrii' last='Franklin'] (Napheesa Collier Elite 15U Olufson): The 5'5" point guard from Lutheran-St. Charles impacts the game at both ends of the floor with her speed and quickness. She can take an outlet pass and go coast to coast for a layup. Or she can draw the defense and drop a nice dime off to an open teammate for a layup. She was also excellent on the defensive end with her pressure and ability to hawk the ball to get steals.     ******   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/05/tara-davis.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-654067" /></figure>   Tara Davis (TC Hoops 17U): A 5'3" point guard from Doniphan who is quick and handles the ball well. She was playing two years up at 17U and holding her own quite well. She does a good job of advancing the ball up court with the pass to help her team get an easy transition opportunity. She is also a good perimeter shooter who can knock down those Corner 3-pointers. She also plays with a lot of hustle which enables her to come up with a lot of loose balls in the open court.     ******   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/07/IMG_4947.jpeg?w=904" alt="" class="wp-image-721610" /></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='983000' first='Kyra' last='Matlock'] (Napheesa Collier Elite 15U Oldani): A 5'6" point guard from Hillsboro who plays with a high amount of energy. She is a nice passer who can deliver the pinpoint dime with either hand. She has the handles to create her own shot off the dribble and she can knock down 3-pointers off the catch. She can get downhill on the drive and score with both hands and her float game in also very effective. She also provides very solid on-ball pressure on the defensive end.     ******   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/07/IMG_4599.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-721084" /></figure>   [player_tooltip player_id='893156' first='Maecy' last='Hinkebein'] ([program_tooltip program_id='715428' first='Real' last='Dream Chasers'] 16U): A 5'7" point guard from St. Pius X who plays with a lot of energy at both ends of the court. Her defensive effort was excellent as she was constantly moving her feet and keeping ball handlers in front of her. She distributes the ball well and she plays with very good pace. She can also hit the open 3-pointer.     ******   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/05/Lily-Watkins.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-654750" /></figure>   [player_tooltip player_id='982963' first='Lily' last='Watkins'] (TC Hoops 17U): A 5'6" point guard from Jackson who really provides a defensive spark with her quick hands and quick feet that move very well to stay in front of ball handlers. She is excellent on the top of the full court press and she's always making things happen with her constant activity. She advances the ball well on the break with the pass and she can create well with her ball handling and playmaking skills. She did a good job while playing up at the 17U level.

Prep Girls Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Missouri point/combo guards from the state that we watched at last week's Run 4 the Roses Showcase, which was held in Louisville, KY.