As part of our high school season preview coverage, we’re taking a look at some of the top returning players in each class. In this article, we’re taking a look at the top ten returning scorers in Class 1A. …
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Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log inAs part of our high school season preview coverage, we’re taking a look at some of the top returning players in each class. In this article, we’re taking a look at the top ten returning scorers in Class 1A.
Nick Reid
1.) Nick Reid, Central City (32.5 points per game)
The leading returning scorer in the state, regardless of class, the 6-6 wing showed just how explosive he can be with a 76-point outing last year against East Buchanan, a total that tied for second all-time in single-game scoring.
2.) JD Stout, Keota (28.4 points per game)
A dynamic scoring threat for the Eagles, Stout is a strong, physical guard who shot 45% from behind the arc last year. With unlimited range and the ability to shoot off the catch and the bounce, he’s a threat to pull up from anywhere on the court.
Trey Shearer
3.) Trey Shearer, Montezuma (22.4 points per game)
Coming off a fantastic sophomore season, Shearer might be the best player in 1A. A shifty guard with tight handles and a silky smooth jumper, he’ll help pace an explosive Braves offense.
4.) Brennan Sefrit, Bedford (21.2 points per game)
A 5-10 senior guard, Sefrit ranked second in the state last year in made 3-pointers with 92, knocking them down at a 40.4% clip.
5.) John Zwack, Waterloo Christian (20.7 points per game)
Waterloo Christian won just one game last year, but Zwack did his fair share of scoring, accounting for 47.5% of the Regents points last season.
t6.) Jackson Louscher, South O’Brien (20.5 points per game)
A 6-2 senior forward for one of 1A’s best teams, Louscher led the Wolverines in scoring, rebounding and assists last year, showcasing himself as one of 1A’s top all-around threats.
Zack Lasek
t6.) Zack Lasek, Highland (20.5 points per game)
Also a standout football player, Lasek, a 6-8 forward, is an athletic big man with the ability to stretch out to the arc, as evidenced by his 43.6% shooting from deep last year. One of the most talented players in the class, and a matchup nightmare at this level.
t6.) Parker Rochford, Edgewood-Colesburg (20.5 points per game)
A great scorer for the Vikings, Rochford’s numbers could explode if his shooting (28.4 3P% last year) gets back to his freshman level, when he shot 48.9% from behind the arc.
9.) Ethan Sahr, North Cedar (19.7 points per game)
A volume scorer, Sahr could see his numbers skyrocket like Rochford if his efficiency improves (37-31-73 shooting splits last year). His 63 made 3s rank 8th among 1A returnees.
10.) Ethan Schmidt, Clarksville (18.9 points per game)
An undersized 6-2 power forward, Schmidt is incredibly efficient, shooting 66.8% from the floor last year, while also leading the Indians in rebounding, steals and blocks.
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