Club Preview: Team Herro National (17U)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Club:</strong> [program_tooltip program_id='2391400' first='Team' last='Herro']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Age Level:</strong> 17U<br><br><strong>Circuit:</strong> NY2LA Sports<br><br><strong>Program Directors:</strong> Chris Herro, Andrew Wojcik, Duane (Ike) Wilson<br><br><strong>Head Coach:</strong> Brandon Curtis<br><br><strong>Assistant Coach: </strong>Jamie Mitchell<br><br><strong>Roster:</strong><br><br><strong>#0 [player_tooltip player_id='2417513' first='Ronje' last='Horton Jr.'], 5-10, Class of 2026, Brookfield East</strong><br>Class of 2026 lead guard who had a breakout senior season ... Averaged 14.8 points, 2.2 rebounds and 3.5 assists while playing a key role for a Brookfield East squad that won a share of the Greater Metro Conference title ... Second-team all-league selection ... Stellar quickness and a improved shooter ... "Ronje is a lightning quick guard who has the ability to get to the basket at any point or hunt his shot. He will be playing with us for the spring as a class of 2026 prospect."<br><br><strong>#3 [player_tooltip player_id='2839917' first='Bryce' last='Beal'], 6-3, Class of 2027, G, Whitnall</strong><br>"Bryce was off to a great start to the high school season for Whitnall, averaging 5.1 points and 4.3 assists through seven games. However, a series of concussions took him out for the season. He looks to join our team in May."&nbsp;<br><br><strong>#4 [player_tooltip player_id='2415931' first='Alex' last='Dean'], 6-0, Class of 2027, PG, Monona Grove</strong><br>Ranked No. 110 among the state's juniors by Prep Hoops Wisconsin ... Honorable mention all-league pick in the Badger Large Conference ... Good physical strength and court vision ... Averaged 6.6 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.3 assists while helping Monona Grove to a 15-10 record ... "Alex shot 35 percent from three-point range and 81 percent from the free-throw line. Alex consistently gives maximum effort with his hustle and defensive presence setting him apart. He also excels as a facilitator, demonstrating strong court vision and the ability to make plays for others."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#11 [player_tooltip player_id='2400311' first='Max' last='Michalak'], 6-5, Class of 2027, F, Whitnall </strong><br>Strong, physical player with soft shooting touch and ability to play inside and outside ... Second-team all-league pick in the Woodland East Conference ... Averaged 14.1 points and 7.2 rebounds for the Falcons ... Second-team all-league pick ... "Max has an excellent feel for the game and scores efficiently, shooting 59 percent from two, 43 percent from three, and 68 percent from the free-throw line. He also utilizes his court vision and passing ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates."<br><br><strong>#14 [player_tooltip player_id='3138949' first='Ethan' last='Orr'], 6-4, Class of 2027, F, Marquette High</strong><br>Averaged 5.6 points and 1.6 rebounds as a reserve for Marquette High ... One of several key returning players for the Hilltoppers for the 2026-27 season ... "Ethan is an under-the-radar prospect who will get more attention this summer. Ethan has incredible athleticism with the ability to get to the basket and shoot the three at a solid percentage. Ethan's defensive versatility sticks out because he can guard multiple positions." <br><br><strong>#20 [player_tooltip player_id='2283855' first='Brody' last='Robbins'], 6-8, Class of 2027, F, McFarland</strong><br>Split time between JV1 and varsity at McFarland last season ... Excellent size and mobility ... "Brody is another prospect who has the ability to take off this summer. Brody has great finishing ability around the rim and will be a great rim protector for us this AAU season." <br><strong><br>#24 [player_tooltip player_id='2140973' first='Parker' last='Mitchell'], 6-1, Class of 2027, G, Wauwatosa East</strong><br>Ranked No. 150 in the state's junior class by Prep Hoops Wisconsin ... Averaged 10.1 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists for Wauwatosa East, which finished 13-13 ... Made 46 three-point baskets on the season and shot 38 percent from beyond the arc ... "Parker is a fundamentally sound player who consistently makes the right decisions for his team. Parker also possesses a smooth shooting stroke and closed out the season in strong form, shooting the ball with great efficiency."<br><br><strong>#26 [player_tooltip player_id='2381408' first='Ryan' last='Wettberg'], 5-9, Class of 2027, G, Whitnall </strong><br>Appeared in 14 games for the Falcons, averaging 2.1 points per game ... "Ryan's energy and defensive effort stand out most as he consistently brings intensity on that end of the floor. He fits the mold of a 'three-and-defense' player and will be a valuable piece to have on the roster."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#23 [player_tooltip player_id='2381930' first='Blake' last='Steger'], 6-3, Class of 2027, G/F, Lomira</strong> <br>Helped Lomira to a 26-2 record and WIAA Division 4 sectional final ... Averaged 11.1 points and 4.7 rebounds ... Honorable mention all-league selection in the Wisconsin Flyway Conference ... "Blake's defensive versatility and his ability to attack downhill and finish at the rim are what set him apart."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#55 [player_tooltip player_id='2641639' first='Nasir' last='Avery'], 6-0, Class of 2027, G, Brookfield Central</strong><br>Ranked No. 101 in the state's junior class by Prep Hoops Wisconsin ... Strong defensive player for a Brookfield Central program that gained a share of the Greater Metro Conference title ... Averaged 8.6 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.1 assists for the Lancers ... Picked up honorable mention all-league honors "Nasir fits any team extremely well because of his willingness to do everything it takes to win. Nasir was a key contributor on a team that shared the conference crown with three other teams."<br><br><strong>Schedule:</strong><br><br>April 10-12 -- NY2LA Sports Swish N Dish (Mequon)<br><br>April 24-26 -- NY2LA Sports Grassroots Showcase (Louisville)<br><br>May 2-3 -- NY2LA Sports Showcase (Mequon)<br><br>May 15-17 -- NY2LA Sports Showcase (Mequon)<br><br>May 30-31 -- NY2LA Sports Showcase (Mequon)<br><br>July 9-12 -- NY2LA Sports Grassroots Invitational (Indianapolis)<br><br>July 16-19 -- NY2LA Sports Summer Jam (Mequon)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->