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July 18, 2026

Topeka Mustangs 16U Team Analysis

Topeka Mustangs 16U Team Analysis

Topeka Mustangs 16U Team Analysis 


Had the opportunity to watch and analyze the Topeka Mustangs 16U team in the Recruit Live Bracket Finale event in Kansas City, and we got to see a tough nosed group that competes on both ends of the floor and features one of the hidden talents in the 2028 class in KS.



Roster Breakdown


32 Gabriel Smith | 6'3 Wing | Class of 2028

Everything offensively seemed to run through Smith throughout the weekend, and he consistently delivered when the Mustangs needed baskets. The left-handed wing averaged better than 20 points per game while scoring from all three levels with tremendous confidence and efficiency. His shot-making versatility immediately jumps off the page, comfortably knocking down perimeter jumpers off movement, pulling up in transition, or creating space out of isolation situations. Smith showed advanced footwork attacking from the wing and elbow areas, using jab series and size-up moves to keep defenders off balance before getting into his offense. Once he reached the paint, he consistently finished through contact with strong two-foot finishes that allowed him to play through physical defenders. The combination of size, scoring instincts, and the ability to create his own offense makes him one of the primary reasons this group was able to generate points throughout the weekend.



2 Jaxon Ullery | 5'8 Point Guard | Class of 2028

Running the offense, Ullery consistently gave the Mustangs a steady presence with the basketball in his hands. He plays with toughness beyond his size, embracing physical play while constantly looking to create advantages for both himself and his teammates. His first step allowed him to regularly get paint touches, collapsing defenses before making quality decisions once help rotated over. The floater package was another weapon that stood out, giving him a reliable scoring option against bigger interior defenders without forcing difficult finishes. He also showed good vision throughout drive-and-kick situations, delivering on-time passes that kept the offense moving from side to side. Every successful team needs a floor general capable of organizing possessions, and Ullery consistently filled that role throughout the weekend.



33 Austin Girard | 6'10 Post | Class of 2028

Impacting the game didn't require a high volume of touches for Girard, who consistently found ways to create extra possessions through relentless effort around the basket. His motor stood out from the opening tip, attacking the offensive glass and repeatedly tipping missed shots back out to teammates for second-chance opportunities. Those hustle plays generated momentum throughout multiple games and often extended possessions that looked finished. Around the rim he displayed soft hands finishing dump-off passes while also converting several put-back opportunities after securing offensive rebounds. Girard also flashed encouraging feel as a passer from the low block, making simple but effective reads whenever defenses collapsed. His willingness to embrace the dirty work made him one of the most valuable interior pieces on the roster.



11 Carson O'Connor | 5'9 Guard | Class of 2028

Winning basketball is often built around players who embrace every responsibility asked of them, and O'Connor consistently filled that role for the Mustangs. Spacing the floor as a catch-and-shoot threat, he knocked down open perimeter shots while remaining ready whenever the ball found him. Beyond the shooting, he served as an offensive connector by keeping the ball moving and attacking closeouts when defenses became too aggressive. His ability to make quick reads on the second and third side prevented possessions from stalling and helped maintain offensive flow. Defensively, he competed every possession with energy while accepting difficult assignments on the perimeter. The versatility to impact the game without needing high usage made him an important complementary piece throughout the weekend.



14 Jensen Martin | 5'8 Guard | Class of 2028

Every time Martin checked into the game, the pace immediately seemed to pick up for the Mustangs. His quickness allowed him to consistently turn the corner coming off handoffs and ball screens, creating paint touches that forced defenses into rotation. Rather than forcing difficult shots, he routinely looked to reward teammates by making the extra pass once help defenders stepped over. His energy also translated to the defensive end where he provided another spark with active ball pressure and effort. The confidence to attack immediately off the catch helped keep opposing defenses on their heels throughout his minutes. Martin consistently embraced his role and gave the Mustangs meaningful production every time his number was called.



25 Keaton Conchaoren | 6'0 Wing | Class of 2028

Conchaoren continued proving throughout the weekend that winning impacts aren't always measured by the box score. His activity away from the basketball consistently created opportunities for both himself and his teammates, making purposeful cuts while relocating into open shooting windows. Two early three-pointers helped spark the Mustangs during Saturday morning play and forced defenders to respect him on the perimeter the rest of the game. He played within himself offensively, never forcing action while understanding exactly where his opportunities would come from. Defensively and on the glass, he consistently competed and filled whatever role the team needed. Players capable of seamlessly fitting alongside different lineups are invaluable, and Conchaoren filled that role exceptionally well.



20 Landon Geis | 6'4 Wing/Forward | Class of 2028

Standing 6-foot-4 with a strong positional frame, Geis brings versatility that creates matchup problems on both ends of the floor. Matched against traditional forwards, he comfortably stepped away from the basket to space the floor with his perimeter shooting ability. His passing also stood out, using his size to see over defenders and deliver accurate passes to cutters and shooters without forcing difficult reads. Defensively, active hands allowed him to disrupt passing lanes while creating transition opportunities for the Mustangs. He also showed excellent instincts tracking rebounds outside of his immediate area, consistently extending possessions by pursuing the basketball outside his rebounding cylinder. The combination of size, skill, and versatility gives the Mustangs another valuable frontcourt piece capable of impacting the game in multiple ways.



42 Tyler Mack | 5'9 Combo Guard | Class of 2028

Mack gave the Mustangs exactly the offensive spark they needed during several key stretches of the weekend. An early six-point burst in Saturday morning action immediately helped establish momentum and showcased his ability to score quickly when opportunities presented themselves. Rather than hunting difficult shots, he demonstrated excellent feel by patiently allowing the game to come to him before attacking. His best moments came catching the basketball on the move, ripping through aggressively, and getting downhill before defenses could get set. That controlled pace allowed him to consistently create quality scoring opportunities without disrupting offensive flow. As another reliable ball handler in the backcourt, Mack added valuable depth and production throughout the event.



13 Vincent Henderson | 5'10 Guard | Class of 2028

Energy players often change games in ways that don't always appear in the final statistics, and Henderson consistently provided that spark for the Mustangs. He played every possession with urgency, constantly looking for opportunities to generate extra possessions through hustle plays and defensive activity. Whether forcing a turnover, chasing down a loose ball, making a timely cut, or sprinting the floor for an easy basket, his impact could be felt throughout every game. He also stepped into open perimeter shots with confidence when defenses left him unattended. The effort level never dipped regardless of the score or situation, bringing contagious energy that elevated the group around him. Every successful roster needs players willing to embrace those winning plays, and Henderson filled that role exceptionally well.


Topeka Mustangs 16U Team Analysis

KansasPress
July 18, 2026
Topeka Mustangs 16U Team Analysis

Topeka Mustangs 16U Team Analysis 


Had the opportunity to watch and analyze the Topeka Mustangs 16U team in the Recruit Live Bracket Finale event in Kansas City, and we got to see a tough nosed group that competes on both ends of the floor and features one of the hidden talents in the 2028 class in KS.



Roster Breakdown


32 Gabriel Smith | 6'3 Wing | Class of 2028

Everything offensively seemed to run through Smith throughout the weekend, and he consistently delivered when the Mustangs needed baskets. The left-handed wing averaged better than 20 points per game while scoring from all three levels with tremendous confidence and efficiency. His shot-making versatility immediately jumps off the page, comfortably knocking down perimeter jumpers off movement, pulling up in transition, or creating space out of isolation situations. Smith showed advanced footwork attacking from the wing and elbow areas, using jab series and size-up moves to keep defenders off balance before getting into his offense. Once he reached the paint, he consistently finished through contact with strong two-foot finishes that allowed him to play through physical defenders. The combination of size, scoring instincts, and the ability to create his own offense makes him one of the primary reasons this group was able to generate points throughout the weekend.



2 Jaxon Ullery | 5'8 Point Guard | Class of 2028

Running the offense, Ullery consistently gave the Mustangs a steady presence with the basketball in his hands. He plays with toughness beyond his size, embracing physical play while constantly looking to create advantages for both himself and his teammates. His first step allowed him to regularly get paint touches, collapsing defenses before making quality decisions once help rotated over. The floater package was another weapon that stood out, giving him a reliable scoring option against bigger interior defenders without forcing difficult finishes. He also showed good vision throughout drive-and-kick situations, delivering on-time passes that kept the offense moving from side to side. Every successful team needs a floor general capable of organizing possessions, and Ullery consistently filled that role throughout the weekend.



33 Austin Girard | 6'10 Post | Class of 2028

Impacting the game didn't require a high volume of touches for Girard, who consistently found ways to create extra possessions through relentless effort around the basket. His motor stood out from the opening tip, attacking the offensive glass and repeatedly tipping missed shots back out to teammates for second-chance opportunities. Those hustle plays generated momentum throughout multiple games and often extended possessions that looked finished. Around the rim he displayed soft hands finishing dump-off passes while also converting several put-back opportunities after securing offensive rebounds. Girard also flashed encouraging feel as a passer from the low block, making simple but effective reads whenever defenses collapsed. His willingness to embrace the dirty work made him one of the most valuable interior pieces on the roster.



11 Carson O'Connor | 5'9 Guard | Class of 2028

Winning basketball is often built around players who embrace every responsibility asked of them, and O'Connor consistently filled that role for the Mustangs. Spacing the floor as a catch-and-shoot threat, he knocked down open perimeter shots while remaining ready whenever the ball found him. Beyond the shooting, he served as an offensive connector by keeping the ball moving and attacking closeouts when defenses became too aggressive. His ability to make quick reads on the second and third side prevented possessions from stalling and helped maintain offensive flow. Defensively, he competed every possession with energy while accepting difficult assignments on the perimeter. The versatility to impact the game without needing high usage made him an important complementary piece throughout the weekend.



14 Jensen Martin | 5'8 Guard | Class of 2028

Every time Martin checked into the game, the pace immediately seemed to pick up for the Mustangs. His quickness allowed him to consistently turn the corner coming off handoffs and ball screens, creating paint touches that forced defenses into rotation. Rather than forcing difficult shots, he routinely looked to reward teammates by making the extra pass once help defenders stepped over. His energy also translated to the defensive end where he provided another spark with active ball pressure and effort. The confidence to attack immediately off the catch helped keep opposing defenses on their heels throughout his minutes. Martin consistently embraced his role and gave the Mustangs meaningful production every time his number was called.



25 Keaton Conchaoren | 6'0 Wing | Class of 2028

Conchaoren continued proving throughout the weekend that winning impacts aren't always measured by the box score. His activity away from the basketball consistently created opportunities for both himself and his teammates, making purposeful cuts while relocating into open shooting windows. Two early three-pointers helped spark the Mustangs during Saturday morning play and forced defenders to respect him on the perimeter the rest of the game. He played within himself offensively, never forcing action while understanding exactly where his opportunities would come from. Defensively and on the glass, he consistently competed and filled whatever role the team needed. Players capable of seamlessly fitting alongside different lineups are invaluable, and Conchaoren filled that role exceptionally well.



20 Landon Geis | 6'4 Wing/Forward | Class of 2028

Standing 6-foot-4 with a strong positional frame, Geis brings versatility that creates matchup problems on both ends of the floor. Matched against traditional forwards, he comfortably stepped away from the basket to space the floor with his perimeter shooting ability. His passing also stood out, using his size to see over defenders and deliver accurate passes to cutters and shooters without forcing difficult reads. Defensively, active hands allowed him to disrupt passing lanes while creating transition opportunities for the Mustangs. He also showed excellent instincts tracking rebounds outside of his immediate area, consistently extending possessions by pursuing the basketball outside his rebounding cylinder. The combination of size, skill, and versatility gives the Mustangs another valuable frontcourt piece capable of impacting the game in multiple ways.



42 Tyler Mack | 5'9 Combo Guard | Class of 2028

Mack gave the Mustangs exactly the offensive spark they needed during several key stretches of the weekend. An early six-point burst in Saturday morning action immediately helped establish momentum and showcased his ability to score quickly when opportunities presented themselves. Rather than hunting difficult shots, he demonstrated excellent feel by patiently allowing the game to come to him before attacking. His best moments came catching the basketball on the move, ripping through aggressively, and getting downhill before defenses could get set. That controlled pace allowed him to consistently create quality scoring opportunities without disrupting offensive flow. As another reliable ball handler in the backcourt, Mack added valuable depth and production throughout the event.



13 Vincent Henderson | 5'10 Guard | Class of 2028

Energy players often change games in ways that don't always appear in the final statistics, and Henderson consistently provided that spark for the Mustangs. He played every possession with urgency, constantly looking for opportunities to generate extra possessions through hustle plays and defensive activity. Whether forcing a turnover, chasing down a loose ball, making a timely cut, or sprinting the floor for an easy basket, his impact could be felt throughout every game. He also stepped into open perimeter shots with confidence when defenses left him unattended. The effort level never dipped regardless of the score or situation, bringing contagious energy that elevated the group around him. Every successful roster needs players willing to embrace those winning plays, and Henderson filled that role exceptionally well.