NLBA 15U Elite & Gold

Prep Hoops Dakotas is highlighting Next Level Basketball Academy (NLBA).   Our focus is 15U, NLBA has 2 teams, Elite & Gold.   Both squads have some talent, long guards, shooters, and quality athletes. The players come from both Minnesota and North Dakota.   Next Level Basketball Academy is a member of the Prep Hoops Circuit and they have been busy competing at events this spring. They will be running at the NHR State Tournament this weekend! This is a bracket-style event, so we only know when their first game is.   NHR State 1st Game   NLBA 15U Elite: 9:10 PM (Friday) vs. [program_tooltip program_id='2075749' first='Northern' last='Lakers'] 2028 @ Armstrong High School   NLBA 15U Gold: 1:25 PM (Saturday) vs. [program_tooltip program_id='2221115' first='Midwest' last='Kings'] 15U @ East Ridge High School   See below for player comments...   Best of luck this weekend at NHR State!!   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/NLBAcircuit.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/NLBAcircuit.jpg?w=995" alt="" class="wp-image-2873186" style="width:298px;height:auto" /></a></figure>   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/NLBA15Uteampic.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/NLBA15Uteampic.jpg?w=720" alt="" class="wp-image-2873185" style="width:303px;height:auto" /></a></figure>   Next Level Basketball Academy 15U Elite   [player_tooltip player_id='2715957' first='Will' last='Olson'] |5'10 G| DGF   He is a classic DGF Rebel bball player. Olson is tough, strong, and he keeps coming at you. His decision-making has improved and he is an unselfish offensive player. He creates well for himself and his teammates. Will is a great rebounder. In football, he is a MLB, and on the basketball court, he is a physical blue-collar player who makes positive plays for NLBA.   [player_tooltip player_id='2344662' first='Chase' last='Johnson'] |5'9 G| DGF   He is a floor general and offensive creator. Chase is a scrappy baller and he scores the rock from all three levels. Johnson is a lead guard but he is a versatile scorer. He has a nice handle and is creative well off the bounce. Johnson has had a very nice spring season with Next Level Basketball Academy. Expect his game to keep growing and upgrading, Chase has legit potential.   [player_tooltip player_id='2845366' first='Will' last='Rieger'] |6'2 F| Fargo South   This Bruin is extremely athletic! Will runs like a deer, he gets up and down the floor in a hurry. He catches and finishes well in transition, Rieger has good hands. When he is playing with confidence, Will is tough. He spreads the floor and hits triples to keep the defense honest. Reiger is a fun-loving basketball player, his coaches and teammates enjoy having him be part of the program.   [player_tooltip player_id='2299908' first='Dau' last='Ripo'] |5'10 G| Shanley   This Deacon is the three-point sniper and a long-range deadeye. Dau needs to improve his handles but his shooting can change the game. He is a coachable player who continues to improve his game. On defense, Ripo is scrappy, plays well in traps, and is effective when NLBA goes zone.   [player_tooltip player_id='2845355' first='Hezekiah' last='Togba'] |6'1 F| DGF   He is coming back from an injury, it will be fun to see what Heze can do this weekend. Togba is a bit of a raw player but he plays solid defense and he gets after the boards. He is a well-mannered player and NLBA has high hopes for him.   [player_tooltip player_id='2447422' first='Isaac' last='Dockter'] |6'3 SF| West Fargo   He continues to lengthen out, Dockter is near are at 6'3". Dockter's game improves with every practice and tournament. He is a matchup problem with his length, shooting, and slashing. He does a good job of scoring inside and out. Isaac uses his long arms to alter and block shots.   [player_tooltip player_id='2447425' first='Jaxon' last='Oman'] |5'8 G| DGF   Leader on the court, runs the show, handles the rock, dictates tempo, creates for others, and pushes the pace. Oman is a dawg on defense, this DGF baller is a tough kid. He plays defense for 94-feet. By the end of the game, Jaxon knows what flavor of gum the opposing guard is chewing. his 3-point shooting percentage is improving and he comes up with the majority of 50/50 balls. He is always hooping with a smile on his face.   [player_tooltip player_id='2845368' first='Liam' last='Ertelt'] |6'3 F| Shanley   He is an athlete and his length is noteworthy. Liam will get his first in-game dunk very soon! He does good work as a rebounder and shot blocker. The Deacon is capable of putting up double-digit points in any given game. Liam is the anchor of the NLBA defense.   [player_tooltip player_id='2447417' first='Rudy' last='Kermee'] |6'5 F| Moorhead   Impressive length, mobility, and athleticism. Kermee has several dunks on the season, this Spud is absolutely a player to watch. Rudy has also showcased a nice middy pull-up game. He is a difference-maker with blocks and rebounding. Rudy is plays the center position on defense and shines as an athletic wing on offense.   [player_tooltip player_id='2813428' first='Shadrach' last='Zuo'] |6'0 G| Moorhead   He sticks out with an extremely quick first step. Zuo can also get up and throw down 2-handed dunks. He supplies NLBA with firepower off the bounce. He is a noteworthy player with his size, quickness, and slashing ability.   Lincoln Cook |6'0 G| West Fargo Sheyenne   He is a scrappy silent assassin! Cook has grown 3 to 4 inches since last club season and he is capable of playing PG, SG, and he does well on the wing. Lincoln has a nice handle and understands the game really well. The NLBA staff tells me that Cook is a joy to coach and they enjoy having him as a member of the NLBA family.   Next Level Basketball Academy 15U Gold   [player_tooltip player_id='2372855' first='Isaak' last='Mohamed'] |5'9 G| Horace   His coaches say that Isaak has a smooth game and he is a sneaky athlete. Mohamed can shoot the 3-ball and his is a pest on defense. As his skills become more polished, he will be a nice complementary player. When he is playing with confidence, Isaak is at his best.   [player_tooltip player_id='2873482' first='Zach' last='Anderson'] |6'2 F| Fargo North   He does good work as an interior defender. Anderson scores/finishes with a soft touch around the hoop. Zach puts his hard hat on every practice/game and he comes ready to work. He is a blue-collar player who will do the little things to help the team.   [player_tooltip player_id='2845345' first='Parker' last='Mullen'] |5'9 G| Moorhead   He is a strong and quick player who brings scrappiness to defense. Mullen is always looking to improve his game, he is always asking questions. Parker is an inquisitive ball player.   [player_tooltip player_id='2421427' first='James' last='Henderson'] |6'0 G| Oak Grove   James looks and plays longer than 6'0". He has impressed me as a playmaking slasher. James has an effective pull-up middy game and he can bang them home from beyond the arc. He forces turnovers on defense and pushes the pace in up-tempo. Henderson has also been named a Top Performer at past PH events.   [player_tooltip player_id='2845342' first='Jackson' last='Haman'] |6'1 G| West Fargo Sheyenne   He scores the ball from all three levels. Haman has sneaky quickness. He disrupts on defense by getting in passing lanes and anticipating sharply. On offense, Haman is creative. He needs to get stronger but Jackson has legit potential.   [player_tooltip player_id='2845338' first='Jack' last='Solhjem'] |6'0 G| Kindred   His coach raves about his athleticism. Jack moves extremely well. He is a bit raw but he can make some nice plays when he is hooping with confidence. He is bouncey, Solhjem gets up and throws down. He is also no stranger to blocking shots.   [player_tooltip player_id='2469061' first='Ethan' last='McNally'] |6'0 G| Hawley   This Golden Nugget is a talented shooter, especially from downtown. At 6'0", he is a nice sized 2028 guard. McNally lets the rock fly with confidence, he has had a some big shooting games this spring. Ethan had a game with 5 or 6 made triples. Let's see what he can do this weekend!   [player_tooltip player_id='2848933' first='Brody' last='Steckler'] |5'8 G| Fargo Davies   He is another scrappy player for NLBA, Steckler is not afraid to get after it. He plays the game hard. He makes some nice plays at the PG spot. Brody truly enjoys the game, you can see he is having fun on the floor. He is problematic on defense, hits open 3's, and creates well for others.   [player_tooltip player_id='2848927' first='Antonio' last='Harris'] |6'0 G/SF| Davies   He impressed me earlier in the spring at a Prep Hoops event. Harris was all over the place on the offensive glass. He is getting better with every tournament. I like length and activity. He has a basketball build/frame with room to add on muscle. Antonio puts up points from all three levels and has been selected as a Top Performer at past Prep Hoops events. this young Eagle has exciting upside.   [player_tooltip player_id='2873484' first='Aidan' last='Hennings'] |5'10 G| Horace   He is improving with every practice. Harris is a streaky shooter, he can go on spurts and really knock them down. On defense, Aidan has done a good job of getting into passing lanes. Expect his game to keep upgrading as the summer moves along.   [player_tooltip player_id='2839997' first='Rhonin' last='Bjorem'] |6'0 G/SF| Fargo South   He has caught my eye multiple times this spring, I like Rho's game. He plays with high effort and energy. The Bruin is strong and physical for a 2028 player. He crushes on the O-glass and refuses to be boxed out. James is a hustler, slasher, sharp cutter, and an all-around playmaker. Bjorem is a Top Performer and he will be a Stock Riser in the next Ranks update.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/circuit-logo_b3ebdf80.webp"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/circuit-logo_b3ebdf80.webp?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2801174" /></a></figure>

Prep Hoops Dakotas is highlighting Next Level Basketball Academy (NLBA).