15U Watchlist #NHRState

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">The <strong>NHR State Tournament</strong> tips off tonight and runs through Sunday (May 31-June 2) in the Minneapolis metro. This is a bracket-style event; seeing how it all shakes out will be exciting!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Who should you watch, which ballers have the potential to show out? PHD has suggestions!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>We have a quality mix of Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota players included in this article.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">See below for player comments and reasons to watch these ballers at Prep Hoops NHR State!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1974487,"width":"237px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/05/NHRState_Flyer-crop-865x568-1685474070.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/05/NHRState_Flyer-crop-865x568-1685474070.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-1974487" style="width:237px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1511372,"width":"237px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/PlayerWatchlistNDSD.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/07/PlayerWatchlistNDSD.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1511372" style="width:237px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">15U Division</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1680906' first='Aiden' last='Green'] (2027) |6'0 G| J-Sizzle Adidas Gold</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He had a breakout season at Horace and he is a fantastic athlete. PHD has not had a chance to watch him yet this spring and we are excited to see what role Green has on this squad. Aiden has a quick first step and his pull-up J is smooth/accurate. This Hawk is certainly a player to watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2148816' first='Austin' last='Dowd'] (2027) |6'4 C| Hoop City</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Austin is one of those who will do it all for this talented Hoop City squad. Dowd is as strong as anyone in this class, he rebounds extremely well, and he can guard 3-5. If Hoop City wants to make a deep run, Dowd will need to perform well as a physical role player and clean up the glass. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2250339' first='Bennett' last='Jensen'] (2027) |5'8 G| Hoop City</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bennett continues to get better with every tournament. He is a serious threat from beyond the arc. Jensen can make BIG shots for Hoop City. He will also get downhill and kick out to shooters. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cal Spencer (2027) |5'11 G| Northstar Titans Stone</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He is a talented PG from Spring Lake Park. Cal is a difference maker and a 2-way baller. He controls the tempo and puts up points from all levels. Spencer leads this Titans team in scoring. He is great at picking up the ball full court and is a pickpocket who creates many turnovers in the open court. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Colton Purcell |6'2 SF| MN Fury Zurn</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid from Annandale is the real deal! He can shoot the 3 but Colton changes the game with his slashing. Purcell is an excellent athlete and a physical scoring wing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2044899' first='Elliot' last='Dejong'] (2027) |6'4 PF| Hoop City</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> He is a special athlete who will catch your eye. Elliot flies around and makes all kinds of impact plays for Hoop City. He is also an excellent defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2076018' first='Connor' last='Mebius'] (2027) |5'8 G| Hoop City</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hoop City tips off tonight at Maple Grove (9:10) and PHD predicts this squad to make a deep run in the tourney. Leading the way for the South Dakota kids is Mr. Mebius who plays with great pace, is a sniper, has great skill, and I admire his footwork. Connor is also a tough player who never backs down from an opponent. Mebius had a stellar season in high school hoops and is playing great this spring. Expect Mebius to be one of the best guards at the event. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Owen Stangl (2027) |6'5 F| Northstar Titans Stone</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He is a long playmaker from Stillwater. Owen has improved in every tournament and is becoming a tenacious offensive threat. He forces BIG's to defend him from 3 and he has a quick step to beat you off the bounce when attacking. Stangl is a workhorse on D and is never afraid to dive on the floor for a loose ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ray Brau (2027) |6'7 PF| MN Fury Zurn</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You will be impressed with his size and length. This Minnesota Fury team has had great success this spring and they are certainly contenders for the NHR Championship! Brau is a load in the paint. Expect high production from the BIG man from Hibbing,</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1902939,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/PHCircuitLaunch-crop-475x312-1681138030.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/PHCircuitLaunch-crop-475x312-1681138030.jpg?w=474" alt="" class="wp-image-1902939" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->