District Previews: 1 Player To Watch In Every D1 District -Part 1
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The districts were announced for Michigan high school basketball. Let’s look at 1 player to watch from each D1 district. DISTRICT 1 Braodon Ewing (2022, PF, Petoskey) Ewing is a true post prospect that will draw a lot of eyes…
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Continue ReadingThe districts were announced for Michigan high school basketball. Let’s look at 1 player to watch from each D1 district.
DISTRICT 1
Braodon Ewing (2022, PF, Petoskey)
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.
DISTRICT 2
Drew Barrie Drew Barrie 6'4" | SG Midland | 2022 State MI (2022, SG, Midland)
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.
DISTRICT 3
Isaiah Jones Isaiah Jones 6'3" | SG Flint Carman-Ainsworth | 2022 TX (2022, SG, Flint Carman-Ainsworth)
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.
DISTRICT 4
Ty Rodgers Ty Rodgers 6'6" | SF Grand Blanc | 2022 #34 Nation IN (2022, SF, Grand Blanc)
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.
DISTRICT 5
Alden Ritt Alden Ritt 6'7" | PF Lake Orion | 2022 State MI (2022, PF, Lake Orion)
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.
DISTRICT 6
Keegan Wasilk Keegan Wasilk 6'3" | PG Clarkston | 2022 State MI (2022, PG, Clarkston)
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.
DISTRICT 7
Sam Lewis Sam Lewis 6'4" | SF Milford | 2023 State MI (2023, SF, Milford)
I’m guessing that you’ll all know who Sam Lewis Sam Lewis 6'4" | SF Milford | 2023 State MI 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.
DISTRICT 8
August Johanningsmeier (2022, C, Howell)
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.
DISTRICT 9
Kyler Vanderjagt Kyler Vanderjagt 6'4" | 195 lbs | SF Northview | 2022 State MI (2022, SG, Northview)
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.
DISTRICT 10
Jordan Briggs Jordan Briggs 6'0" | PG Muskegon | 2023 State MI (2023, PG, Muskegon)
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.
DISTRICT 11
Merritt Alderink Merritt Alderink 6'7" | PF Zeeland West | 2024 State #245 Nation MI (2024, PF, Zeeland West)
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.
DISTRICT 12
Simon Neuhaus Simon Neuhaus 6'5" | SF East Grand Rapids | 2023 State MI (2023, G/F, East Grand Rapids)
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.
DISTRICT 13
Grant Gondrezick Grant Gondrezick 6'2" | PG Benton Harbor | 2023 State MI (2023, PG, Stevensville Lakeshore)
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.
DISTRICT 14
Brandon Downs Brandon Downs 6'2" | PG Coldwater | 2022 State MI (2022, CG, Coldwater)
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.
DISTRICT 15
Ethan Dunn Ethan Dunn 6'10" | C Elevation Prep | 2022 IN (2022, C, East Lansing)
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.
DISTRICT 16
William Young William Young 6'3" | SG Okemos | 2022 State MI (2022, SG, Okemos)
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.