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17u Forwards And Centers To Watch At Rumble In The Rapids

17u Forwards And Centers To Watch At Rumble In The Rapids
Scott Hankamp
Scott Hankamp April 24, 2025 @ 08:57 AM
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Trevor De Jong
Trevor De Jong 6'8" | C/PF | 2026
MI
Donovyn Williams
Donovyn Williams 6'7" | PF | 2027
IN
Mason Gugle
Mason Gugle 6'4" | SG/SF | 2026
MI
Noah Arnold
Noah Arnold 6'7" | PF | 2026
MI
Braden James
Braden James 6'9" | SF/PF | 2026
MI
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 17u division at the Prep Hoops Circuit's Rumble In The Rapids is loaded with next level talent! There are forwards and centers on basically every roster that coaches and scouts will want to see. We're going to take a look at a few of those players!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1587217"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680a364925fdc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">James has always had a next level frame and it's very obvious that he's come a long way in learning how to use it. He still has that intriguing size and skill combo though. James has range on his jumper and the potential to attack offensively from outside-in as well as inside-out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2110784"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680a364926076"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gugle is a must watch wing playing for the Midwest Stampede North. He's a superb athlete that can finish above the rim with 1 or 2 hands. Gugle has been at his best when he plays and shoots downhill. His handles have improved tremendously and can be relied on as a secondary ball handler.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2434102"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680a3649260fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams will be in the gym with Soil 17u. He's a true post player that can carve out a role at the next level. There's too much talent plus upside for a coach not to take interest. Williams can dominate the glass and around the rim and will be a key player for his Soil squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2844668"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680a364926176"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I'm really excited to see DeJong play this weekend. I've only really evaluated him on video, but I like what I see. First of all, he can be a legitimate rim protector. DeJong can step over and help and challenge or block shots. He seems to have a nose for loose balls and high errant passes as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1588168"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-680a3649261ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arnold can be seen with the GR Storm 17u UAA squad. This is a forward that has come a long way in the last year. His overall body control and ease of movement is light years ahead. And you can see it effect his game in a great way. Arnold is a threat in transition, bouncy and firm with the ball in his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The 17u division at the Prep Hoops Circuit's Rumble In The Rapids is loaded with next level talent! There are forwards and centers on basically every roster that coaches and scouts will want to see. We're going to take a look at a few of those players!

Braden James

Braden James

MI
SF/PF
HEIGHT 6'9"
POS SF/PF
CLASS 2026
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Braden
James SF/PF
Class
2026
Height
6'9"
HS
Grand Ledge
|
MI
17u Forwards And Centers To Watch At Rumble In The Rapids
James has always had a next level frame and it’s very obvious that he’s come a long way...
Written by Scott Hankamp
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Braden James

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State: Michigan
School: Grand Ledge
Club: Grand Rapids Storm
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Mason Gugle

Mason Gugle

MI
SG/SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG/SF
CLASS 2026
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Mason
Gugle SG/SF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Pine River
|
MI
17u Forwards And Centers To Watch At Rumble In The Rapids
Gugle is a must watch wing playing for the Midwest Stampede North. He’s a superb athlete that can...
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Mason Gugle

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State: Michigan
School: Pine River
Club: Midwest Stampede
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Donovyn Williams

Donovyn Williams

IN
PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2027
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Donovyn
Williams PF
Class
2027
Height
6'7"
HS
South Bend St. Joseph
|
IN
17u Forwards And Centers To Watch At Rumble In The Rapids
Williams will be in the gym with Soil 17u. He’s a true post player that can carve out...
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Donovyn Williams

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State: Indiana
School: South Bend St. Joseph
Club: Team Soil
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Trevor De Jong

Trevor De Jong

HEIGHT 6'8"
POS C/PF
CLASS 2026
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Trevor
De Jong C/PF
Class
2026
Height
6'8"
HS
West Michigan Aviation Academy
|
MI
17u Forwards And Centers To Watch At Rumble In The Rapids
I’m really excited to see DeJong play this weekend. I’ve only really evaluated him on video, but I...
Written by Scott Hankamp
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Trevor De Jong

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School: West Michigan Aviation Academy
Club: West Michigan Lakers
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Noah Arnold

Noah Arnold

MI
PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Noah
Arnold PF
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
HS
Heritage
|
MI
17u Forwards And Centers To Watch At Rumble In The Rapids
Arnold can be seen with the GR Storm 17u UAA squad. This is a forward that has come...
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State: Michigan
School: Heritage
Club: Phenom United
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