Phee Elite Classic 2026 Standout Forwards
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Prep Girls Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2026 forwards that we watched at last weekend’s Phee Elite Classic at The Principia School. Kennedy Stowers Kennedy Stowers 6'2" | PF Lutheran St. Charles | 2026 State…
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Continue ReadingPrep Girls Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Class of 2026 forwards that we watched at last weekend’s Phee Elite Classic at The Principia School.
Kennedy Stowers Kennedy Stowers 6'2" | PF Lutheran St. Charles | 2026 State MO (Phee Elite 16U Olufson): The 6’2″ forward from Lutheran St. Charles was very impressive in the two games that I watched her. She is difficult to defend because she is so active. She is constantly moving in the post and she also cuts well off the ball, which results in layups. She runs the court well to get transition layups and she was also hitting the 12 to 15-foot jumper off the catch.
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Moriyah Douglass Moriyah Douglass 6'3" | PF John Burroughs | 2026 State MO (Phee Elite 16U Olufson): The 6’4″ 2026 forward from John Burroughs is an imposing player at both ends of the court with her combination to length and athleticism. She can challenge shots inside with her wingspan while also stepping out to cover perimeter shooters and make it difficult for them to shoot 3-pointers. She also showed her good mobility and along with her ability to handle the ball on the perimeter.
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McKenzie McCann McKenzie McCann 5'10" | PF Fort Zumwalt South | 2026 State MO ( Lady Brad Beal Elite 16U): A 5’10” forward from Fort Zumwalt South who has continued to improve each time that I watch her. She is a physical player with a strong motor which enables her outwork taller players in the post. She is a strong rebounder and finisher around the basket. She can also put the ball on the floor and score on a one-dribble move to the basket.
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Nevaeh Lucious Nevaeh Lucious 6'3" | PF Cape Notre Dame | 2026 State MO (Phee Elite 16U Olufson): The 6’2″ forward from Cape Notre Dame who displayed her two-way skills throughout the weekend. She is an excellent shot blocker who uses her length and timing to get swats without fouling. She has good footwork in the low post and she can score with left and right-handed hook shots over either shoulder.
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Kahmyla Bell ( Lady Brad Beal Elite 16U): A 6’0″ power forward from Ritenour who is primed to have a breakout grassroots season. She is a physical player around the basket who also has good athleticism. She is a strong rebounder who also has the ability to score around the basket. She finishes well and she can get to the free throw line by drawing contact.
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Riese Grier Riese Grier 6'0" | PF Francis Howell | 2026 State MO (Phee Elite 16U Humiston): The 6’0″ forward from Francis Howell has an impressive offensive skill set around the basket. She has a nice turnaround jumper when she catches the ball inside. The can score on the low blocks or she can also extend it out to the mid-post area. She is physically strong to hold her position inside and she can also run the court.
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Nancy King Nancy King 6'2" | PF Ursuline Academy | 2026 State MO (Phee Elite 16U Humiston): The 6’2″ forward from Ursuline Academy is a solid old-school back to the basket player. She uses her height well inside to get good position in the low post. She also rebounds well and sets solid screens.