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Here are 11 names Ozarks basketball fans will recognize in the 2023 NCAA Tournament

Someday, southwest Missouri might have a team make its return to the NCAA Tournament but that year isn't this year. The 2023 NCAA Tournament, however, will still have plenty of familiar faces who local basketball fans can take pride in when they step onto the court over the next few weeks.

Here are some names who have come through the Ozarks in recent years and who they'll be playing or coaching for during March Madness.

Anton Brookshire, Iona — Kickapoo

One of the recent greats to come through southwest Missouri will get out his dancing shoes with Rick Pitino at Iona.