Region 4 District 7 Watchlist

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Time to talk more CLASS B BASKETBALL!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>November is zooming along, which means the start of high school hoops will be here in no time! Class B practices tip-off on December 2nd, and the first games of the season can be played on December 13th.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100","fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px;font-style:normal;font-weight:100">As the days go on, we will give you a Player Watchlist for each Region/District in Class B basketball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>To see the previous Watchlist articles published, click on the district:&nbsp;<a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/10/region-1-district-1-watchlist/">District 1</a>, <a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/10/region-2-district-2-watchlist/">District 2</a>, <a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/11/region-2-district-3-watchlist/">District 3</a>, <a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/11/region-2-district-4-watchlist/">District 4</a>, <a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/11/region-3-district-5-watchlist/">District 5</a>, <a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/11/region-3-district-6-watchlist/">District 6.</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"500"}},"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:500"><strong>Prep Hoops Dakotas is highlighting&nbsp;District 7&nbsp;in this article!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>See below for comments on <strong>25 talented ballers</strong> from R4D7.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"29px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:29px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Region 4 District 7</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1317685,"width":"215px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/PlayerWatchlistNDSD.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/PlayerWatchlistNDSD.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1317685" style="width:215px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2276344' first='Aidyn' last='Fisher'] (2026) |6'2 G| Hettinger-Scranton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Newcomer to watch for the Nighthawks, expect him to provide a perimeter scoring punch</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-No longer a role player, will be a green light shooter, lives in the gym/hard worker, exciting potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2276348' first='Blake' last='Larson'] (2025) |6'5 F| Hettinger-Scranton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Returning All-District &amp; All-Region baller, 15.7 ppg &amp; 6.6 rpg, physical, great footwork on the block</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Finishes w/ L &amp; R, developed his outside shot, defends well, versatile, tough in PNR D situations</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2331458' first='Caden' last='Anderson'] (2025) |5'9 G| Hettinger-Scranton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Returning starting PG, runs the offense for the Nighthawks, 7.6 ppg, 59 total assists &amp; 43 made triples</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-High-end motor on both ends, clutch shot-maker, competitor, extremely quick, outstanding D, slasher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1542351' first='Chase' last='Christensen'] (2027) |6'0 G| Richardton-Taylor</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He is young but should be a solid player for the Raiders, a physical youngster who has potential on defense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Strong ball player, rebounds well, an opportunistic &amp; active offensive player, not afraid to do the dirty work</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2635941' first='Colt' last='Ambo'] (2026) |6'3 G| Beach</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Nice length, drives to the basket &amp; makes positive plays, Colt shoots the 3-ball well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Ambo &amp; Baker make a scary Buccaneer 1-2 punch, Beach will have a fun combo to watch</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1921182' first='Gavin' last='Parnow'] (2026) |6'2 F| Hettinger-Scranton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Newcomer to watch for the Nighthawks, serious potential as a scoring guard, role will be increased</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Accurate shot, fluid in catch-n-shoot game, matchup problem w/ size &amp; shooting, also scores down low</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2636207' first='Jackson' last='Fischer'] (2026) |6'3 G/F| Bowman County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Impressive athlete with tremendous leaping/jumping ability, a high-quality scorer and rebounder</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The Bulldogs will rely heavily on him for O &amp; D, the go-to guy on the offensive end of the floor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2281100' first='Jason' last='Weinberger'] (2026) |6'2 SF| Flasher</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has improved his overall game and has the potential to be a breakout baller for the Bulldogs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Nice length &amp; athleticism, positive action/plays on the interior &amp; outside, legit potential/upside</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2335363' first='Jaxon' last='Rolle'] (2026) |5'11 G| Glen Ullin-Hebron</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-An excellent shooter from the perimeter, handles the ball well, he will do great things for the Bearcats</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Quality athlete, went to State in T&amp;F (800 m), efficient on the court, timely player, serious threat from 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2377922' first='Jonah' last='Njos'] (2025) |6'0 G| Bowman County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Primary on-ball defender, tough, will hit big shots, high-level athlete with a tremendous work ethic</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-STUD distance runner in Track &amp; 2x XC State Championship! Elite conditioning &amp; stamina</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2636435' first='Jordan' last='Jung'] (2026) |6'0 G| New England</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-An accurate and consistent shooter from the perimeter, will keep the D from packing it in the paint</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Played valuable varsity minutes last year as a soph, is ready for a big &amp; productive junior season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2286705' first='Justus' last='Baker'] (2025) |6'1 G| Beach</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Selected as an All-District Player last year, team leader, successful at attacking the hoop, 3level scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hits mid-range J's consistently, talented from 3 with extended range, moves well, quality athleticism</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237724' first='Kelton' last='Friesz'] (2027) |6'2 G/F| Flasher</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-High IQ &amp; heady ball player, great feel/understanding of the game, spaces &amp; spreads the D w/ shooting</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Microwave who can put up points in a hurry, hit 6 triples in a game last season, dynamic scoring weapon</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2378452' first='Kyler' last='Krank'] (2027) |5'10 G| Richardton-Taylor</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a nice-looking shot from around the arc, moves well without the ball, has a good feel for the game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The young Raider got his feet wet last season as a frosh, expect him to have an expanded role this year</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2364512' first='Luke' last='Obrigewitsch'] (2025) |6'1 SF| Belfield</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Honorable Mention All-District baller last year, has good size, mobility, strength, and toughness</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Knows the game well, heady ball player, very coachable, full-contact player, an excellent leader</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2211282' first='Mark' last='Fitterer'] (2026) |6'1 G| New England</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Returning assist &amp; rebound leader from last season, expect him to put up quality numbers this year</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Solid all-around player with plenty of skills, beats defenders off the dribble, will also drill the perimeter J</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2277502' first='Mason' last='Kessel'] (2025) |6'0 G| Belfield</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-All-District baller last year, he does a bit of everything &amp; does it all well, Mason fills up the stat sheet</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He can shoot the lights out, Kessel can get buckets from multiple levels, a level-headed player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2636210' first='Noah' last='Njos'] (2025) |5'10 G| Bowman County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great athlete, loves the game of bball, quiet leader, eager to do whatever is necessary for the team</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Penetrates &amp; creates looks for himself &amp; others, great NRG, All-District talent like many of the Bulldogs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2281065' first='Pine' last='Fleck'] (2025) |5'11 G/F| Flasher</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A tremendous &amp; gifted athlete, plays w/ full effort &amp; energy, hard worker, will have an increased role</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Expect him to be a stat stuffer for the Bulldogs, potential to put up a Double-Double any given night</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1751686' first='Riley' last='Schneider'] (2025) |6'3 G| Glen Ullin-Hebron</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-All-District last season, scores the rock inside &amp; out, a very good rebounder, solid on the defensive end</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-I like his length on the wing, team player/passer, can space &amp; hit from three-pointer, all-around player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2342227' first='Ryan' last='Schneider'] (2026) |5'11 G| Glen Ullin-Hebron</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Honorable Mention All-District this past season, he runs the point for the Bearcats but can score in &amp; out</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-An adept ball handler, precision passer, knows the game well &amp; sets up others, expecting big things</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2635940' first='Shawn' last='Murphy'] (2025) |6'5 C| Beach</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He is a BIG Buccaneer! Provides Beach with an inside presence, size, and physicality</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Becoming a better rebounder and inside scoring threat, can also step out &amp; hit shots</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2364345' first='Teddy' last='Kirschemann'] (2025) 6'7 C| New England</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-All-District player last season, averaged a solid 16 ppg &amp; 8 rpg, major post/paint presence on both O &amp; D</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Excellent leader with his voice &amp; actions on &amp; off the court, he will be the focal point of the Tiger offense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2636209' first='TJ' last='Andrews'] (2025) |5'10 G| Bowman County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Outstanding shooter from long-range, a quiet leader who has waited patiently for his time to shine</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Will contribute as a primary ball-handler, tough &amp; gritty, will have the ball in his hands late in games</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2281069' first='Zach' last='Bonogofsky'] (2026) |6'2 G| Flasher</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-All-District player last year, potential to put up gaudy numbers for the Bulldogs, does the little things</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Two-way player, he will have the ball in his hands a ton, impact player, a breakout season is coming</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1511372,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><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" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->