Central Cass: Program and Player Analysis

Michael Herrick May 2, 2021 @ 10:48 AM

The Squirrels will be one of the top teams in Region-1 next season. Central Cass had a 17-5 record this season and they ended the year with a Region-1 semifinal loss to the eventual State Champions, Kindred. The Squirrels lose two great seniors with all-star point guard [player_tooltip player_id="731910" first="Max" last="Kobbervig"] and a studly big-man [player_tooltip player_id="750165" first="Joshua" last="Dixon"]. Central Cass has plenty of young talent to fill the holes, and I expect them to be a tough team again next season. I will not be surprised if they are ranked in the Top Ten before the season starts. Central Cass will be challenged outside of their Region-1 schedule. The Squirrels will have plenty of chances to prove they are a top team in North Dakota. Keep an eye on this team as they will be working hard to improve this offseason as a team and on the AAU scene. [player_tooltip player_id="1111886" first="Sam" last="Kobbervig"] is the big name for the Squirrels, he is already a dude and possesses the potential to be a special player. Top Players <a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/03/samkobbervig-crop-800x526-1614787417.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1143389" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/03/samkobbervig-crop-800x526-1614787417-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /></a> [player_tooltip player_id="1111886" first="Sam" last="Kobbervig"] (2023) |6-1 G| Central Cass – AAU team Master Basketball Academy. I really like Sam’s game. He plays with a level head and seems to always be in control. He rises to the occasion and is never afraid of taking the big shot. His handles are top-notch and his feel for the game is at a high level. Kobbervig has a sweet step-back jumper, and he can finish with finesse or power at the rim. I see him as one of the top players in Region-1 next year. Sam has the potential to be an All-State player as well. [player_tooltip player_id="1123709" first="Jake" last="Deutsch"] (2022) |5-11 G| Central Cass – He is a fiery player that never slows down. His energy is magnificent. Jake has the potential to put up big points. Central Cass will need him to be a tough defender next season. <a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/03/Carter-Vrchota.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1149646" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/03/Carter-Vrchota-240x300.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="300" /></a> [player_tooltip player_id="1144577" first="Carter" last="Vrchota"] (2024) |6-0 G| Central Cass – AAU team Master Basketball Academy. He will be one of the best young guards in Region-1. I like his confidence and love his shot. He and Kobbervig will complement each other well. Carter is a deadly shooter from downtown. Carter spaces and spreads the floor. His catch and shoot ability is out of the roof. Carter will be player to look out for next season. <a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/03/coleholzer-crop-2355x1546-1615322052.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1147380" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/03/coleholzer-crop-2355x1546-1615322052-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /></a> [player_tooltip player_id="1144578" first="Cole" last="Holzer"] (2024) |6-5 F| Central Cass – AAU team Master Basketball Academy. His height and size are intriguing. Cole is a huge threat from the outside. I like his pick-and-pop ability. He can also drill the 3 when trailing in transition. Cole’s size and shooting ability make him a difficult matchup. On defense, his length will help protect the rim. This lefty has text-book shooting form. [player_tooltip player_id="1182829" first="Kade" last="McKinnon"] (2022) |6-2 F| Central Cass – He is coming off an injury and will be a major factor for Central Cass next season. Kade is a lefty with great feet. He is athletic and can match up well with bigger players. [player_tooltip player_id="1182830" first="Brendan" last="Maasjo"] (2022) |6-3 F| Central Cass – He runs the show for the football team as the quarterback. Brendan is a good leader. He is long and athletic. The Squirrels will need his length on defense next season around the basket. [player_tooltip player_id="1176203" first="Tyler" last="Cruchet"] (2024) |6-0 G| Central Cass – AAU team Master Basketball Academy. He plays hard and fast. Tyler shoots it well. His strength is a huge asset. [player_tooltip player_id="1176208" first="Eli" last="Buhr"] (2024) |6-1 G| Central Cass – AAU team Master Basketball Academy. A youngster with deep shooting range. Eli is developing into a solid guard. Look for him to be a serious 3-point shooting threat. [player_tooltip player_id="1176197" first="Mason" last="Bosse"] (2023) |5-10 G| Central Cass – AAU team Master Basketball Academy. He is a reliable shooter from mid-range and deep. His defense is improving constantly. He should improve greatly over the offseason. Off-Season Plans June 11th- Fargo Metro Camp June 17th- Mayville State Sunday Night Open Gyms/Scrimmages (TBA) LaMoure Scrimmage High School Season Schedule Coach Norman has put together a solid non-region schedule for next season. Region-1 includes the following teams: Kindred, Central Cass, Oak Grove, Northern Cass, Lisbon, Wyndmere/Lidgerwood, Sargent County, Maple Valley, Hankinson, Tri-State, and Richland. Enderlin, Kindred, and Oak Grove will be the other top teams in Region-1 besides Central Cass. Non-Region Schedule Mayport-CG (Away) University of Jamestown Shootout (Midway/Minto) Thompson (Home) New Rockford (Home) Carrington (Away) Jamestown Shootout (Linton) Hillsboro/CV (Home) Ellendale (Away) Grafton (Away)