ND AA Watchlist: Class of 2026
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At the highest level of high school basketball in North Dakota, it is rare for freshmen to make an impact on varsity. Last winter there were twenty-two (22) freshmen who recorded varsity statistics for what is now Class AA in…
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Continue ReadingAt the highest level of high school basketball in North Dakota, it is rare for freshmen to make an impact on varsity. Last winter there were twenty-two (22) freshmen who recorded varsity statistics for what is now Class AA in North Dakota (only two of these freshmen scored 100+ points!). These 22 players from the 2026 Class make up PHD’s Sophomore Watch List for ND Class AA Basketball!
Below we will list the respective team, player(s), last year’s stats, and give brief comments.
*Stats are listed as totals for last year
Bismarck
Grant Bieber Grant Bieber 6'2" | SG Bismarck | 2026 State ND – 17 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists
Few teams go as deep as the Demons, which bodes well for Beiber getting varsity minutes in his sophomore campaign. We all know that Bieber can really shoot the rock, but with a solid frame, 6’1” height, and added muscle, Grant has the chance to be a dynamic scoring threat for the Demons.
Bismarck Century
Garrett Nissley Garrett Nissley 6'3" | CG Bismarck Century | 2026 State ND – 1 point, 2 rebounds
Nissley scored just one varsity point last season, as he had one of the best seats in the house to watch a star-studded senior class win 25 games with a State Tournament appearance. While there remains a logjam of strong upperclassmen at Bismarck Century, PHD expects Garrett to have a role like that of Drew Kempel Drew Kempel 6'4" | PG Bismarck Century | 2025 State ND last season. It is just a matter of time before this playmaking guard demonstrates his skill to the WDA.
Bismarck Legacy
Brody Weigel Brody Weigel 6'0" | SG Bismarck Legacy | 2026 State ND – 2 points, 2 assists
Jonathan Roubideaux, Jr. – 11 points, 2 rebounds
The Sabers elevated a couple of freshmen late last season. Roubideaux is PHD’s #3 ranked prospect in the ND 2026 Class and will likely be the tallest player on the Bismarck Legacy roster this winter. Jonathan has a chance to carve himself out a significant role if he can rebound and guard. Weigel could be the benefactor of some heavy guard minutes that graduated. We know that Brody will guard, but he needs to prove that he can consistently knock down the triple for coach Horner.
Dickinson
Boston Cranston Boston Cranston 6'0" | PG Dickinson | 2026 State ND – 6 points 2 rebounds, 4 assists
Cameron Wolf Cameron Wolf 6'3" | SF Dickinson | 2026 State ND – 5 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists
Dylan Glasser Dylan Glasser 6'0" | SG Dickinson | 2026 State ND – 2 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist
Kyler Kudrna Kyler Kudrna 6'3" | PF Dickinson | 2026 State ND – 15 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist
The Dickinson coaching staff has been watching this 2026 Class closely over the years, and there is no doubt that this class will be relied upon heavily in this upcoming season. While Kudrna recovers from an injury, PHD expects Cranston, Wolf, and Glasser to not only play heavy minutes but to compete for a spot in the Midgets starting lineup. If Cranston continues his run from this summer, he could be the top newcomer in the WDA and a potential All-Conference selection!
Fargo Davies
Cameron Miller Cameron Miller 6'1" | PG Fargo Davies | 2026 State ND – 21 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist
While Cam may have been the only freshman to score varsity points last season, the Eagles have a deep and talented 2026 Class with multiple kids that could push for some varsity minutes this winter. Fargo Davies had three (3) All-EDC guards last year, with just one (Ray Brown) graduating. With a rich program like Davies, there is no surprise that they have a guard like Miller ready to compete for backcourt minutes. It will be interesting to see how Cam fits in with Mason Klabo Mason Klabo 6'2" | PG Fargo Davies | 2025 State #240 Nation ND and Daniel Yorke Daniel Yorke 6'1" | SG Fargo Davies | 2024 State ND . My guess is, coach Manson makes it a seamless process and Miller takes to varsity ball like a duck to water.
Fargo South
Abakar Miganoudji Abakar Miganoudji 6'5" | PF Fargo South | 2026 State ND -2 rebounds
Josh Barjolo Josh Barjolo 6'0" | CG Fargo South | 2026 State ND – 2 rebounds, 1 assist
Michael Hamilton Michael Hamilton 6'0" | SG Fargo South | 2026 State ND – 1 rebound
If you didn’t get a chance to watch the Bruin’s JV team play last winter, you missed out on an opportunity to catch some special freshmen do their thing. Barjolo and Hamilton are solid backcourt players that should provide the Bruins with some depth. Abakar was nearly unstoppable this summer and has quickly elevated his stock to the #2 ranked player in PHD’s 2026 Class of ND ballers. PHD predicts that Abakar will be one of the top newcomers in the EDC this winter and could be the secret weapon that gets the Bruins to State for the first time since 2011!
Grand Forks Central
Brayden Delorme Brayden Delorme 5'11" | SG Grand Forks Central | 2026 State ND – 2 rebounds, 1 assist
Brooklan Bruce Brooklan Bruce 5'10" | CG Grand Forks Central | 2026 State ND – 20 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists
The Knights will have one of the top senior classes in the state this upcoming season, but when injuries and foul trouble lurked late last season, they relied on a couple of inexperienced freshman guards who did not play like freshmen! PHD expects Brooklan and Brayden to have increased roles this winter and more importantly, coach Carlson’s trust.
Mandan
Brylee Bears Tail Brylee Bears Tail 6'3" | SF Mandan | 2026 State ND – 27 points, 19 rebounds, 4 assists
Rylee Bears Tail Rylee Bears Tail 6'3" | SG Mandan | 2026 State ND – 33 points, 21 rebounds, 5 assists
Hats off to coach Schafer for implementing a development plan that allowed the Bears Tail twins to get some varsity burn in most of the games last winter. With the Braves losing some big-time contributors due to graduation, Brylee and Rylee will be poised and ready for an increased role this winter.
Shanley
Jake Kraft Jake Kraft 6'0" | SG Shanley | 2026 State ND – 5 rebounds
Despite making a trip to State last season, the Deacons made just 99 triples. Their 3.7 triples made per game was the lowest in the league. The good news is that there is help on the way! Jake Kraft Jake Kraft 6'0" | SG Shanley | 2026 State ND can shoot the ball at a high level, and if he can prove to new coach Webber that he can do the other things, expect Jake to produce some big sophomore scoring numbers!
St. Mary’s
Chris Benning Chris Benning 5'10" | SG St. Mary's | 2026 State ND – 230 points, 38 rebounds, 22 assists
The Saints won just one of their first twelve contests last season. It was this stretch that created the opportunity for the young Benning to provide a much-needed scoring punch. Chris used this opportunity to lead all Class A freshmen with 230 points and a respectable eFG% of 56.5%. Benning will be the Saints #1 scoring threat out of the gate this season. With the deep range this kid can shoot with, he could challenge Isaiah Schafer Isaiah Schafer 6'1" | CG Bismarck Century | 2024 State ND for the most 3FGM in the WDA!
West Fargo
Beckett Pfau Beckett Pfau 6'0" | SG West Fargo | 2026 State ND – 4 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists
Sam Glandt Sam Glandt 6'2" | SG West Fargo | 2026 State ND – 5 points, 3 rebounds
The Packers have a loaded 2026 Class. So loaded, that even with Pfau and Glandt playing JV/V, the remaining freshmen won the EDC Freshmen Tournament! Coach AP will have strong upperclassmen numbers this winter, but it will be hard to keep youngsters Pfau and Glandt off the varsity court. In fact, don’t be surprised to see one of these kids crack the starting lineup at some point in the season!
West Fargo Horace
Carter Evanson Carter Evanson 6'2" | SG Horace | 2026 State ND – 149 points, 39 rebounds 42 assists
Kaiden Peterson Kaiden Peterson 6'3" | SG Horace | 2026 State ND – 6 points, 3 rebounds
Although the Hawks inaugural varsity season did not go well, the bright spot was the play of freshman Carter Evanson Carter Evanson 6'2" | SG Horace | 2026 State ND . As a regular starter, Evanson took advantage of his opportunity to lead all EDC 9th graders in scoring. With some added length and weight, PHD projects Easy Money to be one of the top players in the conference this winter. Peterson was promoted to varsity late in the season and with his 6’2” size, will likely be a versatile scoring option for the new-look Hawks.