District Previews: 1 Player To Watch In Every D1 District -Part 1

<p>The districts were announced for Michigan high school basketball. Let’s look at 1 player to watch from each D1 district.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 1</h2> <p><strong>Braodon Ewing (2022, PF, Petoskey)</strong></p> <p>Ewing is a true post prospect that will draw a lot of eyes in this district. He’s a strong finisher at the rim and secures the ball nicely. Ewing can score with his back to the basket.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 2</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="983500" first="Drew" last="Barrie"] (2022, SG, Midland)</strong></p> <p>Barrie is a very intriguing prospect. He plays the game with a high basketball IQ and is smooth and fluid with the ball. Barrie is a top shelf shooter as well.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 3</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1150772" first="Isaiah" last="Jones"] (2022, SG, Flint Carman-Ainsworth)</strong></p> <p>Jones is an old fashioned grinder that takes pride in outworking his man. He’s the kind of player that won’t hesitate to hit the floor to snag a loose ball. Jones uses his quick first step to attack the rim and he plays solid perimeter man defense.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 4</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="787618" first="Ty" last="Rodgers"] (2022, SF, Grand Blanc)</strong></p> <p>This one seems pretty obvious. Rodgers is a national attraction when he hits the basketball court. This summer he’s shown that he’s not just a highlight reel, but also a force on the defensive end and a star player that’s willing to do the little things that lead to wins.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 5</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863997" first="Alden" last="Ritt"] (2022, PF, Lake Orion)</strong></p> <p>I really like Ritt’s upside as a player and prospect. I list him as a power forward, but honestly, he could be a stretch 4 or even a 3. Ritt can score from multiple spots on the floor and defend multiple positions.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 6</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863921" first="Keegan" last="Wasilk"] (2022, PG, Clarkston)</strong></p> <p>Wasilk will be a must see player at districts. He is one of the highest IQ players in the state. Wasilk has an understanding of the nuances of the game that is very rare.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 7</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1130662" first="Sam" last="Lewis"] (2023, SF, Milford)</strong></p> <p>I’m guessing that you’ll all know who [player_tooltip player_id="1130662" first="Sam" last="Lewis"] is by the time that the district tournaments arrive. He cuts to the rim and finishes at a high percentage. Lewis is a plus shooter as well.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 8</h2> <p><strong>August Johanningsmeier (2022, C, Howell)</strong></p> <p>Remember this young mans name. His stat sheet may not blow you away, but you’ll be glad you watched him play. Johanningsmeier is a hustle player that excels in a physical game. He draws fouls and plays through contact.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 9</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="787685" first="Kyler" last="Vanderjagt"] (2022, SG, Northview)</strong></p> <p>Vanderjagt is a must see star in the state of Michigan. His combination of size, strength, and ball skills are a thing of beauty. Vanderjagt just loves to play the game and it shows when he steps on the court.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 10</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="987274" first="Jordan" last="Briggs"] (2023, PG, Muskegon)</strong></p> <p>Briggs is a slippery playmaker that frustrates opposing defenders. He can shake a defender with his handles, put them on his hips, and create for himself and his teammates.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 11</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1143391" first="Merritt" last="Alderink"] (2024, PF, Zeeland West)</strong></p> <p>Alderink is really turning heads since the spring and this young man is full of upside. His game is developing quickly and I have a feeling that he’ll be a prime time draw cone districts.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 12</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1077676" first="Simon" last="Neuhaus"] (2023, G/F, East Grand Rapids)</strong></p> <p>Neuhaus is one of the top iso scorers on the west side of the state. He has a confident stroke from deep. Neuhaus has all the intangibles that line up with a high level prospect.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 13</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="987285" first="Grant" last="Grondezick"] (2023, PG, Stevensville Lakeshore)</strong></p> <p>Please watch this young man play this coming season. He’s put it all together and has become a premier point guard in Michigan. Grondezick can play as a score first or pass first lead guard.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 14</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863976" first="Brandon" last="Downs"] (2022, CG, Coldwater)</strong></p> <p>Downs can put points on the board at any time. He’s a solid shooter and an underrated all around athlete. Downs is having a nice grassroots season and that will carry over to high school season.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 15</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="863931" first="Ethan" last="Dunn"] (2022, C, East Lansing)</strong></p> <p>Dunn has the size and strength to be a force in the middle. To go with that, he has soft and hands and touch at the rim. I’ve been a big fan of his skill set for a while now and he’ll be a big draw in this district.</p> <h2>DISTRICT 16</h2> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="983901" first="William" last="Young"] (2022, SG, Okemos)</strong></p> <p>Young is an explosive scorer that has had a very solid summer season. He seems like a prime candidate to have a big senior season and be a player that coaches at the next level will want to see.</p>