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Local basketball teams prepare for season with key player changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 11:34 PM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

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Summary

As the high school basketball season begins, Joplin's boys basketball team seeks to replace key offensive players Fred Taylor and Brecken Green. Coach Nick Pfeifer has a roster including seven seniors, led by TJ Willis. Meanwhile, Webb City aims to improve from last year’s 15-12 record, losing key players but returning senior Mason Young. Carl Junction, after a promising start last season, seeks to regain form with relied-upon seniors and junior talent, while Neosho's Wildcats, despite losing significant players, retain leading scorer Zach Forsythe as they prepare for the upcoming challenges.

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Status Watch

•Joplin looks to fill void left by Taylor and Green.
•Webb City returns senior Mason Young after key player departures.
•Carl Junction finished 16-13 last season and aims for improvement.
•Neosho retains leading scorer Zach Forsythe after roster changes.
•All teams are adjusting to key players leaving and new roles.

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What they're saying

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The question in my mind for Joplin's boys basketball team this season is how they replace the offensive production of former Eagle Fred Taylor and the shooting ability of graduated senior Brecken Green. Will it be an infusion of young talent or will they rely on the talents of a large senior class? I'll just have to wait for the answer to that one as the season progresses. One thing is sure, ...
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