Top 10 Northwest Ohio Rebounders

<p>Rebounding is underrated. Not by coaches, sure. But in this era of $37/hour training sessions, rebounding is just something you pay somebody to do while you work on "your game."</p> <p>Guess what, though, they're giving scholarships for kids that get it done on the boards, too. After all, a good defensive possession is worthless unless it's completed. Conversely, the top rebounders routinely turn an ugly possession into two points with their combination of will and physical power. </p> <p>Alphabetically, here are our top 10 men of the glass in Northwest Ohio:</p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/aj-adams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AJ Adams</a> (2021) | 6-4 SF | Findlay</strong></h6> <p>Adams averaged 8.0 boards as a sophomore, mostly lining up as the three, but occasionally a four. Point being, he has a nose for the ball, even when several bodies are in his way. Extremely active legs. One of the best athletes in the area. Long wingspan and terrific hands. </p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/steve-coleman/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Steve Coleman</a> (2021) | 6-4 SF | Rogers</strong></h6> <p>Coleman is a very powerful and athletic wing. His shoulders and explosiveness off the floor facilitates his rebounding ability. Good second jump. Averaged 9.3 rebounds last year for Maumee Valley. This year, Coleman's numbers may not be as high in a loaded Rogers frontcourt, but his rebounding prowess is an appealing attribute that will translate to the next level. </p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/deon-key/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Deon Key</a> (2020) | 6-5 C | Holland Springfield</strong></h6> <p>Big body that is very hard to keep away from the glass. Key runs through people and buries attempted box-outs below the rim. Strong athlete. Keeps his hands high when pursuing the ball. Leading returning rebounder in the NLL at 8.4 per game.</p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/dasean-nelson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">DaSean Nelson</a> (2020) | 6-7 PF | Rogers</strong></h6> <p>An upper echelon athlete, Nelson's physical and leaping prowess are enough to make him a very productive rebounder. It's his motor, however, that pushes him into an elite category. He follows his shots relentlessly and tracks down boards out of his space constantly. Wiry yet rock solid build. Plays above the rim. </p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/mitch-raifsnider/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mitch Raifsnider</a> (2021) | 6-8 PF | Margaretta</strong></h6> <p>Raifsnider is an active rebounder with all the tools — namely agile feet and strong body. He's lean and muscular. Plays hard on the defensive end, including when it comes to securing rebounds. </p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/jamir-simpson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jamir Simpson</a> (2020) | 6-5 F | Lima Senior</strong></h6> <p>Bouncy athlete who looks to slam tip-back dunks. Simpson was especially productive on the offensive glass last season when he crashed. Strong body and one of the best athletes in the area. The returning First Team All-TRAC player tallied 7.9 rebounds per game last year. </p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/hayden-stone/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hayden Stone</a> (2020) | 6-8 C | Carey</strong></h6> <p>The Findlay commit is one of the state's premier defensive rebounders. Stone has always played with a level of tenacity. Over the years, though, he's developed into a more agile athlete while packing on pounds of muscle. He's a handful. Boxes out. </p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/frank-waganfeald/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Frank Waganfeald</a> (2021) | 6-7 C | Oregon Clay</strong></h6> <p>Waganfeald is a talented offensive rebounder who cleans up possessions inside. Moves people with his strong body. Carries a lot of the rebounding responsibility for Clay, and therefore puts up huge numbers in this category. Averaged 8.7 last year. </p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/ben-westrick/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ben Westrick</a> (2020) | 6-7 C | Ottawa-Glandorf</strong></h6> <p>Emerging prospect regarded for his nimble feet and broad shoulders. Westrick also hardly ever shows fatigue — meaning he's just as good of a rebounder in the first quarter as the fourth. Possesses a strength advantage on most nights. </p> <h6><strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/garret-white/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Garret White</a> (2020) | 6-8 C | Maumee</strong></h6> <p>White is a big body with intriguingly light feet for his size. Rebounding is his main contribution as a player. The way in which he glides to a rebound outside of his area definitely draws attention and speaks to his upside.</p> <hr /> <h6><em><span style="text-decoration: underline">Honorable Mention:</span> Curtis Jackson, Joey Holifield, Kalen Etzler, Cliron Hornbeak, JR Lumsden, Jadakis Mack, Jamiya Neal, Jackson Sizemore, Chris Strzempka, Gary Batch, Josiah Fulcher, Sean Craig, Ross Thompson, Carsten Mayes, Nate Brighton</em></h6>