Region 1 District 2 Watchlist

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">PHD is still busy previewing the hoops season. We continue focusing on Class B Region 1 but are moving to District 2.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100"}},"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:100">To read the Region 1 District 1 Watchlist article, <a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/10/region-1-district-1-watchlist/">CLICK HERE.</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px","fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"300"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px;font-style:normal;font-weight:300">There are 4 Regions in Class B with 8 Districts. The small-town ballers deserve your attention!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px","fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"300"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px;font-style:normal;font-weight:300"><strong>The first practice of the year for Class A &amp; Class B does not start until December 2nd. Regional Tournaments are March 10-13, State, State Qualifiers are March 15, and the State Tournament is March 20-22. </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px","fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"300"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px;font-style:normal;font-weight:300"><span style="text-decoration: underline">See below for comments on 18 talented ballers from Region 1 District 2.</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"35px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:35px"><strong>Region 1 District 2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2628175,"width":"257px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/10/image_9c64df.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/10/image_9c64df.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2628175" style="width:257px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1951579' first='Avery' last='Kramer'] (2026) |5'10 G| LaMoure-Litchville/Marion</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Having a great year on the gridiron, 9-0 &amp; still rolling, great season so far as a D-back and wide receiver</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A super ATHLETE, went to State as a long jumper, scores the rock in bunches, fits the Loboe defense well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2628210' first='Braxton' last='Hokuna'] (2026) |5'9 G| Ellendale</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The Cardinals lost a large amount of talent to graduation, Hokuna should be given the keys to the offense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Plays the game with 110% effort &amp; energy, never takes a possession off, gets it done on defensive end </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1725175' first='Brayan' last='Karlgaard'] (2025) |6'3 SF| LaMoure-Litchville/Marion</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Key player for the undefeated Loboes on the football field, standout as a defensive end &amp; and tight end</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-In hoops he is known as a shooter, spreads the D &amp; makes them pay, good length &amp; notable athleticism </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2114976' first='Brogan' last='Young'] (2027) |6'0 G| Edgeley/Kulm/Montpelier</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had a very good off-season of basketball, shot the ball extremely well, looked tough at the Soph ID Camp</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved his all-around game, athleticism is upgraded, plays with great NRG &amp; effort, will be a leader &amp; scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2254500' first='Bryce' last='Larson'] (2026) |6'3 G| Kidder County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Last season averages: 5 ppg, 5.6 rpg, 1.7 apg, voted Defensive MVP for the Wolves last year</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Serious potential &amp; intrigue, powerful &amp; productive rebounder, talented passer, stout defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2253972' first='Chase' last='Ova'] (2026) |5'8 G| Medina-Pingree/Buchanan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Should step into a bigger for the Thunder this season, capable shooter from beyond the arc, solid handles</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved his game over the summer, skills &amp; strength/speed are trending in the right direction, good PG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237767' first='Colby' last='Thielges'] (2027) |6'0 G| LaMoure-Litchville/Marion</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Key fball player for the undefeated Loboes, difference-maker on the gridiron as a cornerback &amp; wide receiver</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Heady baller, knows the game well, impressive court vision, controls the tempo &amp; flow, improved as a shooter </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2255562' first='Drew' last='Nitschke'] (2026) |6'3 SF| Edgeley/Kulm/Montpelier</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He will be asked to play the 5 for the Rebels, but he will make things happen off the bounce &amp; cash in the 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has the ability &amp; talent to be as good as he wants, loads of potential &amp; playmaking, expect a breakout season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1144603' first='Gentry' last='Richter'] (2025) |6'5 F| Linton-HMB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He will be the man for the Lions this season, tough matchup as he can score in &amp; out, impressive skills &amp; feel</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Voted All-District 2 last year, shoots &amp; handles it well, solid on defense, will put up nice numbers this season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2254493' first='Grady' last='Larson'] (2027) |5'9 G| Kidder County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Last season averages: 6.4 ppg, 1.7 rpg, .9 apg, voted Most-Improved for the Wolves last year </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A standout perimeter/outside shooter, impressive handles &amp; ball skills, clever/smart, makes everyone better</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1859912' first='Gunner' last='Thielges'] (2026) |6'1 G| LaMoure-Litchville/Marion</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-9-0 in football &amp; still going, super-star football player, 1 of the best in ND, will be surprised if he is D1 in fball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Multi-sport stud, had a nice off-season of hoops &amp; enhanced his skill/offensive game, a fierce competitor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1935092' first='Joseph' last='Kramlich'] (2025) |6'1 G| Edgeley/Kulm/Montpelier</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Committed to Air Force for football, had many other D1 offers, big question is if he plays basketball this winter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A special athlete on the hardwood, 2-way difference-maker, ambidextrous offensive threat, great in transition </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2429661' first='Justin' last='Bosch'] (2027) |5'10 G| Linton-HMB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Mature beyond his years, skilled &amp; smart baller, I have heard nothing but good things about young Mr. Bosch</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Might be young but PHD expects him to run the show for the Lions, squad should be one of the top in the D2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2255561' first='Kade' last='Nitschke'] (2026) |5'10 G| Edgeley/Kulm/Montpelier</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Knows the game well, smart player, can get hot &amp; light it up, aesthetically pleasing shot, a major threat from 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Quality off-season &amp; improved his game, upgraded his strength &amp; defensive ability, ready for a good jr. season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2323795' first='Levi' last='Buchholz'] (2025) |6'0 G| South Border</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A serious scoring threat, Buchholz has the talent &amp; potential to go off for 20+ points on any given night</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Ready for a big/productive senior season, he can really shoot it from downtown, game-changer from 3pt land</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2254502' first='Preston' last='Fischer'] (2026) |5'9 G| Kidder County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Last season averages: 8.1 ppg, 2.5 rpg, 1.8 apg, voted Hardest-Worker for the Wolves last year</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has the potential to be an All-District baller, a quick athlete, nobody will outwork this player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2022583' first='Terek' last='Kinzell'] (2026) |5'9 G| Medina-Pingree/Buchanan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Southpaw playmaker, quick/speedy baller, fiery &amp; full of NRG, playmaker in transition, keep your eyes on Kinzell</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He should put up some legit numbers this season, sharp ball skills &amp; a talented shooter, productive combo-guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2262488' first='Tristan' last='Schaffner'] (2025) |6'1 G| Napoleon-G-S</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The floor general &amp; leader for the Imperials, he will create shots for himself &amp; set up others for good looks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Will have the ball in his hands early &amp; often, Schaffner will need to handle it, score it, pass it &amp; be a playmaker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1606306,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/NorthDakota.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/NorthDakota.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1606306" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->