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PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts

PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts
Chris Robinson
Chris Robinson April 21, 2026 @ 11:08 AM
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Tyson Bridges
Tyson Bridges 6'0" | SG/CG | 2029
MN
Isaiah Homrighausen
Isaiah Homrighausen 5'11" | PG/SG | 2029
MN
Aiden Lavik
Aiden Lavik 5'10" | CG/PG | 2029
MN
Brody Pesta
Brody Pesta 6'6" | PF/SF | 2029
MN
Wyatt Williams
Wyatt Williams 5'11" | PG/SG | 2029
MN
Elijah Christenson
Elijah Christenson 6'7" | PF/SF | 2029
MN
Sam Knutson
Sam Knutson 6'5" | PF/C | 2029
MN
Ezekiel Duo
Ezekiel Duo 5'10" | PG | 2029
MN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The intensity reached a fever pitch this weekend as the 15U divisions showcased some of the most promising young talent. From sharpshooting guards to versatile bigs, these eight prospects separated themselves through high-level IQ, physical grit, and game-changing plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2857803"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7a10d4c3f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lavik was the definition of "steady" until the lights got brighter. In a high-stakes matchup against Apex Elite, he transformed into a premier floor general. Lavik excelled at using defenders' aggression against them. Any time a gamble was made, he neutralized it with a sturdy handle and elite footwork. He shifted his weight and changed angles keeping defenders on his hip. Lavik had his hands on countless assists and "and-one" finishes. He was the demonstrative leader the Titans needed to secure winning possessions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3142621"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7a10d4c467"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bridges brought a "blue-collar" mentality to Day 2 that dictated the pace for the Titans. He set an immediate tone against 24:Up, relentlessly attacking hard closeouts to get into the heart of the paint. His physicality and savvy use of pivots allowed him to manufacture space where none existed. His biggest value, however, was his defensive versatility. Bridges wields frame and skill set that allowed him to effectively guard all five positions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2415011"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7a10d4c4b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Knutson proved to be a matchup nightmare. While he was prolific with his back to the basket, it was his perimeter versatility that turned heads. Standing tall with impressive length, he functioned as a high-post threat. He saw over the defense to find cutters and skip-pass targets. Most impressive was his motor; despite his size, he consistently outran his matchups in transition. Knutson showed a polished understanding of when to facilitate and when to take over the scoring load.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2808557"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7a10d4c4f5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pesta provided the "muscle" for the Fury, impacting the game on both ends of the floor. He used his frame to ensure elite ball security. He played off two feet in the paint to maintain balance and vision. Pesta's gravity as a scorer opened up lanes for his teammates, but his work on the glass was the true soul-crusher. His constant pressure on the boards secured vital extra possessions and anchored the Fury's interior presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2454248"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7a10d4c537"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Christenson was the ultimate "utility big" for the Heat. His ability to stretch the floor forced opposing rim protectors out of the paint. His magnetism when gaining an advantage on drives opened the paint for teammates. Despite being the largest body on the floor, he surprised with his decent foot speed. Defensively he effectively jumped trapped on ball handlers. Between his outlet passing and his ability to run the lanes, he kept the Heat playing at a blistering pace.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2880880"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7a10d4c578"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Every great team needs a floor spacer, and Homrighausen played the role to perfection. The combo guard was a constant threat from deep, using vocal leadership and non-stop off-ball movement to find openings. Marked as a shooter, he was able to attack desperate closeouts and serve as a highly effective secondary playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2382427"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7a10d4c5b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Duo played with a level of instinct and flow that is rare at the 15U level. A true lockdown defender, he lived in the passing lanes. His quickness to turn steals into immediate transition points. What stood out most was his composure; Duo was never sped up by pressure. His ability to simplify the game, select high-quality shots, and involve his teammates made him the engine that kept Grove United humming.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2524106"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69e7a10d4c5f5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams is the type of player you cannot leave alone for a second. His shot-readiness and technical footwork beyond the arc were the best in the building. He commanded so much attention that his gravity alone created driving lanes for his teammates. When the defense eventually ran him off the line, Williams showed great maturity by taking what the defense gave him. He displayed solid facilitating skills and a high basketball IQ after putting the ball on the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The intensity reached a fever pitch this weekend as the 15U divisions showcased some of the most promising young talent. From sharpshooting guards to versatile bigs, these eight prospects separated themselves through high-level IQ, physical grit, and game-changing plays.

Aiden Lavik

Aiden Lavik

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS CG/PG
CLASS 2029
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Aiden
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2029
Height
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HS
Blaine
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MN
PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts
Lavik was the definition of “steady” until the lights got brighter. In a high-stakes matchup against Apex Elite,...
Written by Chris Robinson
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School: Blaine
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Tyson Bridges

Tyson Bridges

HEIGHT 6'0"
POS SG/CG
CLASS 2029
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Tyson
Bridges SG/CG
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
HS
Blaine
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MN
PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts
Bridges brought a “blue-collar” mentality to Day 2 that dictated the pace for the Titans. He set an...
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Tyson Bridges

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School: Blaine
Club: Northstar Titans
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Sam Knutson

Sam Knutson

HEIGHT 6'5"
POS PF/C
CLASS 2029
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Sam
Knutson PF/C
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2029
Height
6'5"
HS
Maple Grove
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MN
PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts
Knutson proved to be a matchup nightmare. While he was prolific with his back to the basket, it...
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Sam Knutson

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School: Maple Grove
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Brody Pesta

Brody Pesta

MN
PF/SF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS PF/SF
CLASS 2029
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Brody
Pesta PF/SF
Class
2029
Height
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HS
Eastview
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MN
PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts
Pesta provided the “muscle” for the Fury, impacting the game on both ends of the floor. He used...
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Brody Pesta

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State: Minnesota
School: Eastview
Club: Minnesota Fury
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Elijah Christenson

Elijah Christenson

MN
PF/SF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF/SF
CLASS 2029
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Elijah
Christenson PF/SF
Class
2029
Height
6'7"
HS
Rogers
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MN
PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts
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Elijah Christenson

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School: Rogers
Club: Minnesota Heat
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Isaiah Homrighausen

Isaiah Homrighausen

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2029
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Class
2029
Height
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St. Peter
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PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts
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Isaiah Homrighausen

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Ezekiel Duo

Ezekiel Duo

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HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Duo PG
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Height
5'10"
MN
PH Madness In The Midwest (15U) Pool A-D Standouts
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Ezekiel Duo

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Wyatt Williams

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HEIGHT 5'11"
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CLASS 2029
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Class
2029
Height
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Andover
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MN
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