NHR State: Alex’s Friday notes from CPC
West Central United Elite Zach Fincher, Stephen-Argyle — We’ve written about Zach before, and I was glad to see that what I had initially thought about his game was confirmed. Select shut him down in the second half, though, as…
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Zach Fincher, Stephen-Argyle — We’ve written about Zach before, and I was glad to see that what I had initially thought about his game was confirmed. Select shut him down in the second half, though, as he scored zero points.
Josh Jeziorski, Perham — Josh is playing up in 16U as a 2019 kid, and you have to like his frame and poise as West Central’s primary ball-handler.
Garrett Jensen, Minnewaska — I have never heard of Minnewaska in my life, but it sounds like a a cool place up north, so I’m open to visiting. Jensen is a clear athlete, and I’m guessing he’s a good football player along with hoops. He is unafraid to scrap for rebounds and shows his strength on firm, hard skip passes that hit their mark.
Jordan Gorder, Browerville — It looks like there’s more hoopers in Browerville than longtime Comets guard Bryce Irsfeld! Gorder kept WC afloat in the second half with several step-back midrange jumpers that were right in his comfort zone.
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Paul Sparstad, Hudson — 12 points at half to lead all scorers, Sparstad is a wiry scorer from just across the river. Finished with 17.
Adam Schumacher, Waseca — Adam came out of halftime and hit a quick five points on West Central. His shooting rhythm and lift is good and balanced with a compact motion. You have to think he will pair nicely with Jake Guse as the main offensive threats for the Bluejays now that Dufault is graduated.
Rademacher, Pine City — Early favorite for best hair of the tournament with a mop of curls, Rademacher provided a long-distance threat for Select.
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Cortez Adams, Washburn — Clearly an athlete, Cortez uses his shifty nature and timing to be effective on the offensive end. He’ll be relied on next winter as one of Washburn’s main threats.
Max Fleming, DeLaSalle — I’ve never seen Max play, but De coach Thorson is loyal to his seniors, so Im guessing he’ll get some tick this year. De is so deep that some of the seniors who don’t get much time (Cole Tesch-Stevenson last year) are still D3-level prospects. Fleming impressed me with a very quick take to the rim and a smooth finger-roll to finish.
Richard Hilborn, Anoka — 6-foot-5 and likely a prospect for a UMAC or MIAC. He’s got a build similar to Ben Scherer of Blaine, wide-shouldered and solid. Has a good feel under the rim and is able to pivot underneath for a score.
Abdi Ghendi, Edina — Interesting prospect, to say the least. Ghent lists Edina as his school and 2016 as his grad year, but he wasn’t at any of the Hornets games I saw last winter. He’s 6-foot-10 and shows some promise, but he looks to still be at the beginning of learning the game. This is a project that some D3 jucos might be interested in.
Devin Mosby, Cooper — He could stand to gain some muscle and give stronger post-entry passes, but Mosby can shoot it, no question. He nailed a couple from dee pro help bolster the Suns’ lead. He pulled up from midrange a few times as well.