Coach T Classic: The Kiddos (2026 Standouts)
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There were some impressive young players on display at last weekend’s Coach T Classic. Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some of the top Class of 2026 standouts who will be entering the high school ranks next fall. Forwards…
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Continue ReadingThere were some impressive young players on display at last weekend’s Coach T Classic. Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some of the top Class of 2026 standouts who will be entering the high school ranks next fall.
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Jayda Porter
Jayda
Porter
6'4" | C
Rock Bridge | 2026
State
MO
: A talented 6’2″ forward with the size and mobility to impact the game at both ends of the floor. She catches the ball well and can score inside with either hand. She runs the court and can rebound out of her own area.
Kennedi Stowers (Knights Basketball Academy): A 6’1″ forward with excellent length and athleticism. She runs the court with ease and can score in the paint and rebound with a lot of activity. She will also block and alter shots inside.
Cora Smith Cora Smith 6'0" | SF Rock Bridge | 2026 State MO : A 5’11″ forward who has a versatile skill set. She can stretch the floor with her ability to shoot the 3-pointer. She can also find the open teammate with her passing ability.
Nevaeh Lucious
Nevaeh
Lucious
6'3" | PF
Cape Notre Dame | 2026
State
MO
(SEMO Sizzle): A 6’2″ post player who does a very good job taking advantage of her height inside. She establishes her position very well and she keeps the ball high to finish.
Brooke Blankenship (Mo Phenom): A 5’11” post player who knows how to maneuver inside with good footwork and physicality. She does a good job getting good rebounding position.
Guards/Wings
Savannah Stricker Savannah Stricker 5'10" | SG Incarnate Word Academy | 2026 State MO : A 5’9″ guard who has the skill set and fundamentals to excel anywhere on the court. She is an excellent playmaker with her ball handling and passing skills with the ability to get you a bucket when you need it.
Peyton Olufson Peyton Olufson 5'8" | CG Incarnate Word Academy | 2026 State MO : A 5’7″ guard with a high basketball IQ and the ability to shoot the ball from distance. She handles the ball well and makes good use of fakes to get into the lane for buckets. She also anticipates well on the defensive end.
Faith McCallop (MO Phenom): A 5’4″ point guard with excellent speed and quickness and a high basketball IQ to go along with it. She can be disruptive on the defensive end as an on-ball defender. She is also very good in the open court and in transition.
Kate Rubel Kate Rubel 6'0" | SG Cape Notre Dame | 2026 State MO (SEMO Sizzle): A versatile 6’0″ guard who is a matchup problem. The young lefty can use her size to score inside, but she is also an excellent playmaker who can score off the dribble and deliver the nice pass.
Brie Rubel Brie Rubel 5'9" | PG Cape Notre Dame | 2026 State MO (SEMO Sizzle): A 5’8″ point guard who has solid handles and does a good job of keeping the offense organized. She can also shoot the ball and penetrate in the lane.
Tamirah Foster (Mo Phenom): A quick combo guard who uses her speed at both ends of the floor. She also has 3-point shooting ability.
Alex Nicastro (Mo Phenom): A 5’9 guard who has good length and a versatile skill set on the wing. She can attack off the dribble and move without the ball.