15U Watchlist: Upper Midwest Finals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Hoops Circuit heads back to Minnesota this weekend for the Upper Midwest Finals, and the 15U division tips off tonight with plenty of talented teams ready to battle in bracket play. With games taking place across the Minneapolis metro, the weekend should bring competitive matchups, high energy, and a lot of young players looking to make a statement.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 15U level continues to be loaded with intriguing talent, and this weekend will be another great opportunity for rising prospects to showcase their games against strong competition. Expect tough games, breakout performances, and plenty of names to know throughout the weekend at the Upper Midwest Finals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"14px","fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100"}}} --> <p style="font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:100">We've put together a&nbsp;<strong>15U Watchlist</strong>&nbsp;featuring ballers from both&nbsp;<strong>Minnesota and North Dakota</strong>&nbsp;who are worth keeping an eye on. Below, we'll break down each player and give you three reasons why they deserve a look this weekend at the Upper Midwest Finals.<a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/image_b58c40.png"></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3647997,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/image_811f9c.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/image_811f9c.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3647997" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Abe Meyers","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Southwest","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Minnesota Hustle","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a10bced4f99d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Noteworthy length, one of the top dawgs on MN Hustle</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Meyers is really coming along as a slasher/driver/penetrator</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Finishing well around the basket this spring &amp; also blocking/rejecting shots</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2399728"],"_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-6a10bced4fa36"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Playing solid ball this spring, scrappy D, knack for boards/loose balls/steals</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Takes care of rock &amp; shares it, real threat from 3, hoops extremely hard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Shooting it consistently &amp; accurately this spring, exciting potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2858491"],"_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-6a10e5d3a86e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Playing aggressively on both ends of the hardwood, two-way baller</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A forward who stretches out the defense with his shooting ability</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Bryer understands the game very well and knows how to help his teammates</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2417323"],"_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-6a10e5d3a8741"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Looking tough with SSA, having a noteworthy spring &amp; showing his potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a knack for making spectacular basketball plays, exhilarating potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Myers is super explosive &amp; a great outside jump shooter, keep eye on Cash</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2489407"],"_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-6a10a2f3dcff6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Whenever Mr. Martin is in the gym, it is worth the time to watch</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Tireless worker, flush w/ confidence, great at getting to his spots for good looks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Uses leverage &amp; momentum to his advantage for cuts &amp; backdoor looks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3430187"],"_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-6a10ae5c43323"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Looked very good at Stomping Grounds last weekend, highly impressive</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Crushes on the offensive glass, super intense &amp; aggressive, strong for his age</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Lefty, productive around the basket, plays hard, hustles up/down the court</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919130"],"_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-6a10bced4fae2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-He runs with Minnesota Hustle and goes to Southwest</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great shooting games this spring, put up several 20+ point games</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Talented scorer who uses his left-hand abilities to his advantage, hard to guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2882928"],"_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-6a10ae5c43358"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Led the Spuds 9th grade team in scoring this winter, quality athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great at getting to the paint &amp; playing off 2-feet, improving shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Does not get sped up, makes positive plays for himself &amp; others</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919131"],"_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-6a10bced4fb4b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Runs with Minnesota Hustle in club ball, the best defender on the squad</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has an impressive +/- ratio, Murthy does the little things well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Seems to always come up with the ball or a timely play when they need it</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2453441"],"_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-6a10a2f3dd030"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Athletic lefty who got a taste of varsity action this winter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Moves extremely, defenders will have a tough time keeping Scott in front</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Playmaker in transition, legit 3point threat, hustler, creates for himself &amp; others</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919128"],"_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-6a10bced4fbb1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Hoops with Minnesota Hustle in club ball, nice-sized player for a '29</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-All-around ball player, stands out as a point-forward, playmaker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Juffer fills up the stat sheet with points, rebounds, and assists </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3648020,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/image_182b69.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/image_182b69.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3648020" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->