27’s Watchlist: Dakotas Spring Exposure
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Prep Hoops is coming to Fargo, ND! Tomorrow (Saturday), March 30th, Prep Hoops is running the Dakotas Spring Exposure event at The Empire Sports Complex in Fargo. The Empire is a great venue and this will be an awesome event! In this article, PHD has TWELVE…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops is coming to Fargo, ND!
Tomorrow (Saturday), March 30th, Prep Hoops is running the Dakotas Spring Exposure event at The Empire Sports Complex in Fargo. The Empire is a great venue and this will be an awesome event!
In this article, PHD has TWELVE 2027 Players on our Watchlist. We will give you a couple of reasons to watch them and ask one question about each baller.
At this event, you will see a mix of seniors, juniors, sophomores, and freshmen. There is no shortage of talent!
Date: March 30th
Time: 11:00-4:00
Where: The Empire Sports Complex
In this Watchlist Article, we are looking at 9th graders from North Dakota & South Dakota.
2027’s
Baron Burns Baron Burns 5'9" | PG Larimore | 2027 State ND |5’9 G| Larimore
-Pest on D & a talented passer
-Runs the show on O, leader
-Varsity stats: 7.8 ppg, 2.7 rpg, 3.5 apg, 2.7 apg
How athletic is he and how is his 3pt shot?
Bennett Jensen Bennett Jensen 5'8" | PG Harrisburg | 2027 State SD |5’8 G| Harrisburg
-A shooter & a gunslinger
-Should have no trouble creating shots
-Finely-tuned skills, plays the game hard
Does he share the ball and create for others?
Brooks Jett Brooks Jett 6'3" | SF Aberdeen Christian | 2027 State SD |6’3 SF| Aberdeen Christian
-Quality athlete, moves very well
-Tough defender, smart player
-Intriguing baller who is still growing
Does he battle down low & look like one of the best BIGs?
Bryson Skogsberg Bryson Skogsberg 6'3" | SG Vermillion | 2027 State SD |6’3 G| Vermillion
-Lefty flamethrower
-Can score in bunches, has deep range
-Helped get the Tanagers to the State Tournament
How is his effort on D, can he turn away slashers?
Crew Rickard Crew Rickard 5'8" | PG Fargo North | 2027 State ND |5’8 G| Fargo North
-Skilled with the rock, extended shooting range
-I like his creativity & shot creation
-Clever & sneaky on D, should be able to create TO’s
How quick is he & can he defend bigger guards?
Drew Jordan Drew Jordan 6'0" | CG Minot | 2027 State ND |6’0 G| Minot
-Gifted shooter, I like the looks of his shot
-Expect him to stroke the 3ball, look out for his deep range
-He has a bright future in the Magi program
Is he just a shooter and how does he look on defense?
Gavin Shawd Gavin Shawd 6'0" | SG Tea Area | 2027 State SD |6’0 G| Tea Area
-One of the top young shooters in the Titans program
-Plays hard, smart baller, good feel/instincts
-Had a quality school season, a player on the rise
Does he score off the dribble, can he create his own shot?
Kaden Moore Kaden Moore 5'9" | PG North Border | 2027 State ND |5’9 G| North Border
-Breakout season, a Stock Riser in next Ranks Update
-SNIPER, outstanding shooter
-Varsity Stats: 13.7 ppg, 5.3 rpg, 2.7 apg, 2 spg, 39.8 3FG%, 84 3FGM
Can he get to the rim & score in a congested paint?
Keaton Batke Keaton Batke 5'11" | CG Hazen | 2027 State ND |5’11 G| Hazen
-Averaged double figures on Varsity
-Talented shooter, lethal from deep
-Aggressive & fearless
Does he take care of the rock & does he set up others?
Najeh Boyd Najeh Boyd 5'9" | CG Bismarck | 2027 State ND |5’9 G| Bismarck
-Very fast/quick/athletic
-Playmaker in transition, top-notch slasher
-Plays fast & furious
How does he shoot it from 3point land?
Nelson Decoteau Nelson Decoteau 6'7" | PF Dunseith | 2027 State ND |6’7 PF| Dunseith
-Very long & moves well
-Good shooter from mid-range
-Productive rebounder & versatile scorer
Is he the best 9th-grade BIG at the event?
Owen Terras Owen Terras 6'2" | SF Horace | 2027 State ND |6’2 SF| Horace
-Moves well w/o the ball, proficient 3-shooter
-An excellent help-side defender
-Crafty scorer & creator, unselfish passer
Does he show a scorers mentality & does he take over?