2027 Rankings: Top Players from the NWC

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 rankings are fully updated and the Northwest Conference is well displayed on the rankings, having 6 players who are ranked in the top 100 and 11 in the top 120. Here's a look into the players. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2392727' first='Dawson' last='Hintz'] - #11 - Lynden Christian HS - Hintz is one of the favorites to win the league MVP in the NWC due to his ability to takeover game and put the ball in the bucket. He uses his athleticism to his advantage when attacking the rim, finishing strong at the rim. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2457277' first='Kaden' last='Veldman'] - #32 - Lynden Christian HS - Veldman is a fantastic defender who scores the ball well in the paint. He is strong with the ball and strong through contact in the paint. His jumper is starting to improve which is adding another level to his game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2182748' first='Hunter' last='Calloway'] - #47 - Squalicum HS - A much improved defensive player during this AAU season. His lateral movement has improved and his ability to keep defenders in front of him is impressive. He attacks the paint well too, using either hand to get to the bucket. He can shoot the ball well too and has an impressive pull-up mid-range jumper. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2375343' first='Kell' last='Reardon'] - #63 - Mount Baker HS - Kell is a monster down low in the paint, being one of the strongest players in the NWC. He has a large presence in the paint, calling for the ball loud and always fighting for rebounds that come off the rim. He has a soft touch on the offensive end and can absorb contact with ease. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2739562' first='Gunnar' last='Dykstra'] - #64 - Lynden Christian HS - Gunnar is improving as time goes on and is a dynamic guard who is a tough one to guard. He moves off-ball very well, finding open spots in the defense and can hit off-balance shots that defenders aren't ready to contain. Dykstra is one of the best three point shooters in the conference. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2835606' first='Gordy' last='Bedlington'] - #98 - Lynden HS - Gordy is a quick guard who knows the Lynden offense very well. He not does a great job at setting up his teammates for easy buckets but he can also push the pace in transition well and set the tone for the game. He can finish at the rim too, being able to hit unbalanced lay-ups.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2835618' first='Blake' last='Elston'] - #107 - Squalicum HS - Here is a player who could be a big riser in the coming months. Elston is a work horse, always staying in the gym and being a player who hits big shots and sets the tone on the defensive side. He has a strong core and can defend multiple levels at a high level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2182848' first='Quincy' last='Tanovan'] - #120 - Sehome HS - Quincy will have a lot more offensive action next season for the Mariners and will be taking a lot of threes for the team. He has does a great job improving his ball handling, being able to be the teams point guard if needed and being able to attack both ways. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->