The Prep Hoops Expo Preview – Seniors to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What seniors should you know about that will be at the Prep Hoops Expo this weekend? We give you those names to know NOW!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>There are still some spots available, use the code "RyanJames10" for a discount to get in for the event THIS SATURDAY</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Guards</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3579581' first='Mika' last='James'] of Westonka. When it comes to scorers in Class AAA that are returning, Mika lists with some of the best in points per game. Scored 19 points a game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2126154' first='Julian' last='Smith'] of Cretin-Derham Hall. One of the best shooters at the event will be [player_tooltip player_id='2126154' first='Julian' last='Smith']. He is about to have a monster scoring season for the Raiders and this should be a good first look at what is to come. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2815445' first='Levi' last='Hopp'] of New Ulm. Levi is a D3/NAIA recruit to know after scoring 16 points a game last year shooting 38 percent from the arc and 53 percent from the field overall. Also averaged five boards, over three assists and 2.7 steals a game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2140710' first='Willie' last='Moore'] of Owatonna. One of the best guards in the event will be Moore who will be up for Big Nine Player of the year. Moore scored 19 points a game and had a solid season for Elevate Skills. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2416949' first='Tyrese' last='Hutton'] of Richfield. Hutton is one of the elite shooters in the event and in the state. Hutton is still looking to land at a school and a big shooting day could go a long way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2126470' first='Milton' last='Nuahn'] of Benilde-St. Margaret's. If we have a bench press rep competition this weekend I am putting my money on Milton. This strong guard is a slashing scorer and a good defender. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Wings</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2140563' first='Brayden' last='Heiderscheidt'] of Sleepy Eye. The 6'3 and long armed versatile wing can play three spots and he was really playing well for the Rise this summer. One of the key names that D3s and NAIA teams will be watching this weekend. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2396187' first='Kristian' last='Ward'] of Minneapolis North. Ward is a tough and physical player that scored about 15 a game last year for Hiawatha and he should be the guy you see attacking for the most slashing points in the paint. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2877064' first='Carter' last='Brown'] of Duluth Denfeld. Carter has ALL the potential. He averaged 28 and 14 last winter and has the 6'7 long, skilled and agile frame that scholarship schools like. Brown has the potential. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3585035' first='Sam' last='Dale'] of Perham. We spoke earlier today about Dale and his slam dunk championship, this 6'4/6'5 physical specimen is back from injury and we look forward to see how he plays. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2140552' first='Andrew' last='Aitkin'] of Mounds View. Andrew scored 16.4 points a game last season for the Mustangs and should be one of the top scoring options at the event today. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2842299' first='Finn' last='Dyvik'] of Orono. I think Finn is set to have a huge year for Orono this season. He is a very physically matured, hard working player and I think the [program_tooltip program_id='2075852' first='Spartans' last=''] will be a top five team with Finn and Hansen leading the way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2815441' first='Mitchell' last='Hopp'] of New Ulm. Hopp is a true up and coming D3/NAIA level recruit after averaging 16.5 points, five rebounds and 2.5 assists a game shooting 51 percent from the floor and nearly 35 percent at the arc. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2574749' first='Gideon' last='Horne'] of Richfield. One of the most explosive players in the state, Horne plays the game more of a four man but has the size and agility of a three. Type of player that can make an impact with constant double doubles. We know he can finish explosively, can he rebound everything? Can't wait to tally his big board numbers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2412724' first='Dre' last='Collins'] of Richfield. Collins is an all state player that is still looking for a hoops or football home. I think Collins has D2 potential but if that does not come, if I am a D3 or NAIA team I am tracking Dre with effort as he is an instant impact guy. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2409303' first='Ramadan' last='Ibrahim'] of Minneapolis Washburn. Ramadan scored nearly 19 points a game last year at South and now he moves over to a Washburn team that seems to get deeper and deeper by the week (we are learning about some good young players in addition to some transfers). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Size</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2823872' first='Dalton' last='Iverson'] of Champlin Park. Up and coming big man for the Rebels is a top big man that D3 schools are looking at and will likely be at the Expo to watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2527105' first='Jameson' last='McCarthy'] of Southwest Christian. McCarthy was outstanding for [program_tooltip program_id='2075485' first='Gain' last='Elite'] this past 17u season and he's a key reason that the Stars are a top ten team entering the winter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2421164' first='Ryan' last='Miskowicz'] of Eagan. College coaches will be tracking size throughout the day and Ryan is another big target they will be tracking. Ryan had a big 17u year and will be strong for Eagan. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2834228' first='Justin' last='Ebbers'] of Park of Cottage Grove. Another excellent D3 level four man, Ebbers can back to the basket score or face up and score. A big year is ahead for Ebbers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2824358' first='Nicholas' last='Taylor'] of Lanesboro. Taylor is one of the elite players in this event. He is a St. Cloud State commit and he is a player that continues to get better all the time and could work his way into top ten in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2568101' first='Donjae' last='Knox'] of Eagan. Another player that I think could have a huge senior season. Didn't get a chance to play in front of many local schools this 17u season so this weekend is a huge opportunity for him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->