Laurel Shoot-Out Standout Players

Devin Record June 12, 2025 @ 03:15 PM

With the high school summer league started up, I went back to Meridian HS in Laurel, WA to attend the Laurel Shootout for the 3rd straight year. Here are the first and second teams from the tournament, which saw Sedro Woolley beat Lynden Christian in the championship.   MVP:   [player_tooltip player_id='2457283' first='Ethan' last='DeJong'] - 2026 - Sedro-Woolley HS - Stew did an amazing job at controlling the pace of each game this weekend, being dominant from all 3 levels. He is strong with the ball in his hands, being able to get through contact when attacking the rim and can extend his range and hit deep shots smoothly. His athleticism stands out too as he can dunk on anyone who wants to meet him at the rim.   First Team:   Cliff Tadema Jr - 2026 - Sedro-Woolley HS - Dynamic point guard who handles the ball well. Knows what shots to take and not take, brings energy to the court.   [player_tooltip player_id='2392727' first='Dawson' last='Hintz'] - 2027 - Lynden Christian HS - Insane athlete, can jump out of the gym and isn't afraid to dunk on anyone in his way. He has a strong frame and core, staying under control at all points.   [player_tooltip player_id='2827903' first='Joe' last='Harward'] - 2026 - Bellingham HS - One of the best athletes in the gym over the weekend. Plays with a chip on his shoulder and provides energy for his team. Going to have a big season next year on both the court and the football field, as he's a D1 football recruit.   [player_tooltip player_id='2739562' first='Gunnar' last='Dykstra'] - 2027 - Lynden Christian HS - Gunnar is an electric guard who knows how to get his own shots off but also get his teammates open looks. He is excellent in the transition game, being able to out-run opposing players and pull up from deep without hesitation.   Second Team:   [player_tooltip player_id='2021622' first='Mantaj' last='Singh'] - 2026 - Ferndale HS - One of the strongest players from the weekend. Already has a college level build and plays with physicality when in the paint and driving to the bucket. Singh can step out and knock down threes with his smooth lefty jumper.   [player_tooltip player_id='2457277' first='Kaden' last='Veldman'] - 2027 - Lynden Christian HS - Kaden is one of the best defenders in the 2027 class. He has a knack for reading the ball off the rim, always rebounding the ball and being able to stay physical down low. He uses his strength on both ends, boxing out and being able to finish through contact.   [player_tooltip player_id='2845697' first='Evan' last='Vinal'] - 2027 - Mount Vernon HS - Evan is going to have a bigger role this season, which Mount Vernon loosing some key pieces. Vinal plays with energy, running up and down the court quickly with ease and having his energy rub off onto his teammates. He is most effective when pushing the pace in transition, being able to adjust when in the paint.   Kaden Sokol - 2026 - Mount Vernon HS - Kaden will also see an increase in his role this year as he heads into his senior year. He knows the game well and knows how to attack the defensive weak spots. He is strong with the ball and does a great job at staying balance when attacking. His deep shot is reliable too, so defenders can't sag off.   Cole Coppinger - 2026 - Nooksack Valley HS - Cole should see an increased role on the offensive side of the ball and I think will do an excellent job at the increased role. He is insanely athletic, jumping out of the gym and being able to guard multiple positions, even in the paint due to his strength. Coppinger shoots it well from deep too, having a nice release point.

With the high school summer league started up, I went back to Meridian HS in Laurel, WA to attend the Laurel Shootout for the 3rd straight year. Here are the first and second teams from the tournament, which saw Sedro Woolley beat Lynden Christian in the championship.