Central Cass: Program and Player Analysis
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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…
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Continue ReadingThe 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 Max Kobbervig Max Kobbervig 5'10" | PG Central Cass | 2021 State ND and a studly big-man Joshua Dixon Joshua Dixon 6'3" | PF Central Cass | 2021 State ND . 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. Sam Kobbervig Sam Kobbervig 6'3" | SG Central Cass | 2023 State ND is the big name for the Squirrels, he is already a dude and possesses the potential to be a special player.
Top Players
Sam Kobbervig Sam Kobbervig 6'3" | SG Central Cass | 2023 State ND (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.
Jake Deutsch Jake Deutsch 6'1" | SG Central Cass | 2022 State ND (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.
Carter Vrchota Carter Vrchota 6'1" | SG Central Cass | 2024 State ND (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.
Cole Holzer Cole Holzer 6'7" | PF Central Cass | 2024 State ND (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.
Kade McKinnon Kade McKinnon 6'2" | SF Central Cass | 2022 ND (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.
Brendan Maasjo Brendan Maasjo 6'3" | SF Central Cass | 2022 State ND (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.
Tyler Cruchet Tyler Cruchet 6'1" | SF Central Cass | 2024 ND (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.
Eli Buhr Eli Buhr 6'2" | SG Central Cass | 2024 State ND (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.
Mason Bosse Mason Bosse 6'0" | SG Central Cass | 2023 State ND (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)