8 Great Forwards – ND Class A
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We are on the eve of games starting across the State in North Dakota. Class A has some amazing big men. They are not your traditional old-school live in the paint type of players. These guys are athletic, they can…
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Continue ReadingWe are on the eve of games starting across the State in North Dakota. Class A has some amazing big men. They are not your traditional old-school live in the paint type of players. These guys are athletic, they can shoot it, and they can handle the rock. Make sure you keep an eye on these versatile players.
Alphabetically, here are our top forwards in Class A:
Gunner Swanson Gunner Swanson 6'5" | SF Bismarck | 2021 State ND (2021) |6-5 F| Bismarck – Athletic, long, and intelligent are 3 words to describe his game. He is a playmaker from end to end. Gunner can score all over the court and will take what the defense gives him.
Jacksen Moni Jacksen Moni 6'9" | PF West Fargo Sheyenne | 2021 State ND (2021) |6-10 F| West Fargo Sheyenne – Dynamic defender that is long and athletic. He can score with traditional post moves, blow by defenders on the perimeter, or hit the outside jumper. Jacksen is also a top-notch rebounder.
Jah’Heem Leake Jah’Heem Leake 6'8" | C West Fargo Sheyenne | 2021 State ND (2021) |6-8 F| West Fargo Sheyenne – Game-changing athlete. He is at his best slashing to the rim. Jah’Heem is an extremely good defender and rebounder. His length and explosiveness lead to many deflections and turnovers.
Owen Hektner Owen Hektner 6'6" | SF Fargo Davies | 2021 State ND (2021) |6-7 F| Fargo Davies – Expect a breakout year from Owen, he will put up big numbers scoring and rebounding. He is a matchup problem, as he can score from inside and outside. He shoots the 3 with balance and great form.
Ryan Erikson Ryan Erikson 6'10" | C Bismarck Century | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-8 F| Bismarck Century – Another big man who can knock down 3’s consistently. He is a smart player who does the little things right. Ryan has great hands and passes it well. Expect a big year from this underclassman.
Treysen Eaglestaff Treysen Eaglestaff 6'5" | SF Bismark | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-5 F| Bismarck – A very smooth cool customer on the court. Treysen is a pure shooter who has great range. He is an instinctive basketball player who always seems to be in the right spot on the court.
Zander Albers Zander Albers 6'5" | PF Bismarck Legacy | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-5 F| Bismarck Legacy – A long athletic player who blocks shots and protects the rim. Zander will be a great rebounder this season. He has great feet and shoots it with a nice stroke.