ECI 14U Winczewski: AAU Sneak Peak

<p>The ECI program has constructed another talented team in the 14U division. This is an intelligent group of basketball players that are on the verge of making a name for themselves. These players will be a fun group to watch.</p> <p><strong><u>Roster</u></strong></p> <p>Comments from Coach <strong><em>Dean Winczewski</em></strong><em>:</em></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1177134" first="Aric" last="Winczewski"] (2025) |5-7 G| Minot </strong>– He is a solid shooter and student of the game. Aric is a good defender. He is capable of slashing and getting to the rim.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1177138" first="Grayson" last="Schaeffer"] (2025) |6-2 F| Minot</strong> – His size and athleticism make him a nice player. Grayson shoots well from outside. He finishes with both hands skillfully.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1177143" first="Parker" last="Brodina"] (2025) |6-1 F| Devils Lake </strong>– Parker plays with an edge that should rub off on this team. He is a very skilled player. His shooting range is impressive. Parker is an athletic and strong player.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1178059" first="Grady" last="Swanson"] (2025) |5-5 G| Bismarck</strong> – He is a quality shooter off the dribble as well as, catching and shooting. Swanson is a smart player with a high basketball IQ.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1178060" first="Thomas" last="Kraft"] (2025) |5-0 G| Grand Forks Red River</strong> – This guard can be a real-deal defender on and off the ball. Kraft is a solid shooter. Thomas is an athletic player with quick feet.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1178061" first="Truitt" last="Brannan"] (2025) |5-4 G| Bismarck Legacy</strong> – He gives great effort all day and every day. Brannan is a consistent shooter from the perimeter and mid-range. His best attribute might be his tremendous on-ball defense.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1178062" first="Landen" last="Lech"] (2025) |5-5 G| Jamestown</strong> – He is another bright guard for this ECI team. Landen knows the game of basketball well. He has the potential to be a great shooter and a reliable scorer.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1178063" first="JB" last="Walters"] (2025) |6-2 F| Grand Forks Central </strong>– He rebounds the ball hard. JB is a powerful and put-together athlete. He is a strong post player in all areas. Walters is a very important piece for this ECI team.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1178065" first="Ben" last="Watson"] (2025) |5-8 G| Bismarck Legacy </strong>– He is a solid perimeter defender. Ben drives and attacks the defense with authority. He is a versatile athlete that will be good in transition.</p> <p><strong><u>Team Notes from <em>Coach</em></u></strong> <strong><em><u>Winczewski</u></em><u>:</u></strong></p> <p><em>“We are good without a ton of size but have solid guard play and kids that are willing to compete.  We are going to have out effort people.”</em></p> <p><strong><u>Schedule</u></strong></p> <p>Prep Hoops Event #1 (Appleton, WI) April 2-4</p> <p>Prep Hoops Event #2 (Minneapolis, MN) May 7-9</p> <p>ECI Spring Preview (Moorhead, MN) May 22-23</p> <p>Prep Hoops #3 (Omaha, NE) May 28-30</p> <p>Comets Alliance (St. Cloud, MN) June 24-26</p> <p>Summer Classic (Sioux Falls, SD) July 16-18</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>