Fargo Davies Eagles: Still Soaring High

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Year after year, the <strong>Fargo Davies Eagles</strong> remain one of the premier programs in North Dakota high school basketball — and the 2025–26 season should be no different. Under the leadership of veteran head coach <strong>Bart Manson</strong>, one of the state's elite basketball minds, the Eagles continue to set the standard for consistency, excitement, and winning basketball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100"}},"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:100">Davies is coming off another stellar campaign, finishing as <strong>EDC regular-season champions</strong> and <strong>Class AA State Runners-Up</strong>. While the graduation of <strong>Mason Klabo</strong> — last year's <strong>Mr. Basketball</strong> and a true generational talent now playing at Illinois State — leaves big shoes to fill, the Eagles return plenty of firepower and depth to stay among the state's elite.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1327798' first='Collin' last='Williams']</strong>, an <strong>All-EDC selection</strong>, leads the charge for a roster that's as productive and strong as any in the state. He'll be joined by <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1332142' first='Colton' last='Reinke']</strong>, Xavier Ames, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1541298' first='Jack' last='Wheeldon']</strong>, forming one of the most dominant and daunting <strong>frontcourts in Class AA</strong>. Behind them, a deep and talented group of <strong>young guards</strong> is ready to step into expanded roles, adding energy, shooting, and defensive grit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px","fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px;font-style:normal;font-weight:100">With length, athleticism, and a winning culture, the <strong>Eagles</strong> once again have the ingredients to soar. Expect Davies to be right back in the thick of the <strong>State Title conversation</strong> — a program loaded with talent, guided by experience, and built for March success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><em>We've got a really balanced group this year with a mix of returning experience and young talent that's eager to make an impact. We have several players who can score it this year</em>. <strong>-<span style="text-decoration: underline">Bart Manson</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">See below for 24-25 stats and a Q&amp;A session with Coach Manson.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3042153,"width":"276px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Davies-Logo-045-002.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Davies-Logo-045-002.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-3042153" style="width:276px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3041781,"width":"272px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/image_2e0b1c.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/image_2e0b1c.png?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-3041781" style="width:272px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Fargo Davies</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">24-25 Team Stats</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PPG:</strong> 73 <strong>FG%:</strong> 45.8 <strong>3FG%:</strong> 32.5 <strong>FT%:</strong> 69.4 <strong>3MPG:</strong> 7.4 <strong>FTMPG:</strong> 11 <strong>APG:</strong> 16.8 <strong>RPG: </strong>38 <strong>ORPG:</strong> 12.3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Returning Statistical Leaders</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1327798' first='Collin' last='Williams'] - 27 GP, 14.5 ppg, 9 rpg, 1.5 apg, 56.8 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1332142' first='Colton' last='Reinke'] - 26 GP, 10.3 ppg, 6.4 rpg, 1.9 apg, 42.6 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1332141' first='Cameron' last='Miller'] - 27 GP, 2.1 ppg, 1.4 rpg, 1.3 apg, 38.1 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1541298' first='Jack' last='Wheeldon'] - 20 GP, 1.1 ppg, 1.2 rpg, .3 apg, 38.5 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1632702' first='Thomas' last='Lawerence'] - 19 GP, 2.7 ppg, .7 rpg, .7 apg, 38.3 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1632693' first='Andrew' last='Lawerence'] - 17 GP, 1.3 ppg, .5 rpg, .2 apg, 32.1 FG%</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2508303,"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/2/2024/07/QA.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/QA.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2508303" style="width:215px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">With Bart Manson</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Could you write a couple sentences summing up last season?<br></span></strong>"<em>Last season, we had stretches where we played really well and showed what we were capable of, but we were inconsistent at times. We gained valuable experience, and a lot of guys who played key minutes are back with a clearer understanding of what it takes to compete night in and night out in the EDC.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Does your program/team have any non-negotiables</span>?</strong><br>"<em>Effort and toughness.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: What will your defense hang its hat on?<br></span></strong>"<em>Disciplined, containing the ball, and rebounding will be the expectations this season.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who will be a couple of your lead guards?<br></span></strong>"<em>We've got a few guards who can handle, create, and lead — [player_tooltip player_id='1332141' first='Cameron' last='Miller'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1632702' first='Thomas' last='Lawerence'].</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: How did the offseason go for your team/program?<br></span></strong>"<em>We had a strong offseason. Our guys were in the gym consistently and made some big jumps in terms of skill development.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who are a few of your top defensive players?<br></span></strong>"<em>We've got several guys who take pride in guarding. [player_tooltip player_id='1332142' first='Colton' last='Reinke'] was one of our best defenders in the EDC last season. He has the ability to guard multiple positions</em>."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who are a couple of up-and-comers to look out for?<br></span></strong>"<em>We've got a few younger players who made big jumps this offseason and will push for rotation minutes.&nbsp;There will be a few guys who can help the team this season.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who do you think will be your best rebounders?<br></span></strong>"<em>[player_tooltip player_id='1327798' first='Collin' last='Williams'] was one of the best rebounders in the state last season.&nbsp;Look for him to have a big year again this season on the glass.&nbsp;[player_tooltip player_id='1541298' first='Jack' last='Wheeldon'] will also be a guy who can go get the ball off the glass.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>PHD: What are your team goals this year?</strong><br></span>"<em>In a very competitive EDC, we will try to compete for an EDC Title, qualifying for State, and being one of the toughest teams to score on in the league.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>PHD: Who are some of the top teams AA?</strong><br></span>"<em>The EDC will be competitive as always —Horace, West Fargo, Sheyenne, Fargo South all return strong cores. Across the state, Century and Bismarck will be tough to beat.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Any last comments about the upcoming season?<br></span></strong>"<em>We're excited for the opportunity ahead. This group has been hungry since last March, and the way they've worked gives us confidence that we can take another step forward this season.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"italic","fontWeight":"1000"}},"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size" style="font-style:italic;font-weight:1000">BEST OF LUCK TO THE EAGLES!!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3042153,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Davies-Logo-045-002.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Davies-Logo-045-002.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-3042153" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->