Team Preview: B&B Academy 11th Black

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1369807' first='Tanner' last='Braketa'] - Ralston Valley - 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"right","id":1514059,"width":148,"height":234,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/IMG-1005-e1658120012717.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/IMG-1005-e1658120012717.jpg?w=649" alt="" class="wp-image-1514059" width="148" height="234" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='1369807' first='Tanner' last='Braketa']</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Braketa brings the whole package as an incredibly skilled lead guard playing up at the 17u level. The sophomore has proven himself as a consistent scorer on all three levels, capable of getting to the shot off the dribble from anywhere. Be warned that Braketa is just as dependable on the defensive side, through pinpoint help defense and quick reactions at the point of attack. Braketa sits atop the 2025 class for good reason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1318388' first='Carson' last='Keach'] - Ponderosa - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keach is a strong guard who does not give up his position easily. The junior is a knockdown shooter off of pull-up jumpers in the mid-range, most often getting to the one dribble pull following the closeout. He will be a dependable two-way player, capable of matching up against a variety of backcourt opponents at 6'2.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1318382' first='Jackson' last='Hansen'] - Ralston Valley - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hansen shows incredible defensive IQ while being an above average athlete both laterally and vertically. At roughly 5'9, the guard is especially quick on defensive rotations, even capable of blocking shots versus opposing forwards. As a secondary playmaker, Hansen is especially effective scoring off the ball, either from the jumper off the catch or through a layup at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1284588' first='Cohen' last='Edmondson'] - Lewis-Palmer - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":1522696,"width":154,"height":205,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/IMG-1003-edited.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/IMG-1003-edited.jpg?w=767" alt="" class="wp-image-1522696" width="154" height="205" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">[player_tooltip player_id='1284588' first='Cohen' last='Edmondson']</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Edmondson is a knockdown shooter from beyond the arc, dependable flowing into weakside actions for movement jumpers. At roughly 6'3, the guard boasts a strong frame that allows him to take hits versus stronger backcourt opponents. He is continuing to leverage his off the dribble shotmaking, an area worth monitoring through the summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1463535' first='Dylan' last='Karsteter'] - Ponderosa - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Karsteter is a two-way guard who has no trouble getting up to contest shots around the rim. Through his junior season, the shooting guard posted 10.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.4 steals per game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1420177' first='Jasper' last='Padia'] - Arvada West - 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Padia brings notable strength at the small forward position, alongside an improved jump shot through this season. Contributing a career high from three, at 39%, Padia will add another dimension to this group's offensive upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mason Trebilcock - Ralston Valley - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Trebilcock does his best to impact the game through hustle and getting to the rim. The guard does well finding the open man should help defense arrive on drives. Through his junior season, the guard posted 4.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1.4 steals per game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1463536' first='James' last='Weir'] - Ralston Valley - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Weir is electric in the fullcourt, providing a notable boost of energy to this group. The guard is constantly searching for opportunities in the fullcourt, immediately in a full sprint off of the defensive rebound. Through his season at Palmer Ridge, Weir has posted 10.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 2.9 steals per game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1479351' first='Jayce' last='Bahl'] - Ralston Valley - 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At roughly 6'8, Bahl is a powerful finisher around the rim whose strength on the glass impacts both ends. The sophomore provides immediate impact rolling to the basket, capable of finishing around the rim with either hand.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->