Garrett Barger
Garrett Barger
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Bobby Lopez | Prep Hoops Scout
Barger is a total force on the court. His size and length make him a nightmare for opponents, and he’s got this smooth way of getting into the block or stretching out to the wing that really sets him apart. In the state finals, he dropped 24 points and grabbed 26 rebounds in two games, leading his team to a championship. Barger has an arsenal that lets him do it all for someone his size, he’s got great range and isn’t afraid to hit the 3. But what really stands out when you watch him play is his ability to score, especially down low. His hook shot is strong yet smooth—basically unguardable and a killer for any defense
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
The mobile forward has been a routine cover with a top in-state program in Eaglecrest, bringing a high motor with notable quickness at his height. Still a key screen setter for this group’s various perimeter playmakers, he consistently seeks and sets hard screens to move opponents off the line. Continuing to add strength, he continues to provide production backing down opponents for layups or hook shots with the right hand. Defensively, Barger remains a fairly quick defender whose above average verticality for the position makes him an intimidating interior defender to go up against.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Barger’s mobility and high motor were on full display, throwing down plenty of dunks in transition or from the dump off pass. His post hook shot attempts were on full display, getting to the right hand above opposing forwards routinely.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Barger’s high motor and notable mobility at his height continue to provide valuable defensive impact with Eaglecrest. Continually on the prowl for second chance opportunities, he remains much more mobile than the majority of 6’8+ frontcourt opponents. Consistently up and down the floor about as quick as anyone else, he brings notable mobility and rim protection. Another area of value is the low post hook shot, comfortable contributing those attempts through the immediate contest.
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Read EvaluationLogan Benson | Prep Hoops Scout
Getting up isn’t a problem for the 6’9 incoming senior. Barger spaces the floor well, and finds himself cashing in close to the rim at all times. Having star
Lorenzo Contreras
Lorenzo
Contreras
5'9" | PG
Smoky Hill | 2025
State
CO
to orchestrate the offense doesn’t hurt him either, always catching lobs with ease. Barger provides a huge energy spark for the Roughriders and can easily see him making a statement in the coming circuits with a helpful supporting cast.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Barger’s defensive skill set allows him to anchor the paint for one of the more competitive programs in the whole state in Eaglecrest. Bringing in a dependable hook shot out of the post, the forward remains a steady scorer out of the post or from putbacks.
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Read EvaluationLogan Benson | Prep Hoops Scout
A high flyer,
Garrett Barger
Garrett
Barger
6'9" | PF/C
Eaglecrest | 2025
State
#364
Nation
CO
makes a significant impact on the court. At the height of 6’8, no one dares to jump with Barger as he will consistently punish you down low. He’s quick on fast breaks and is always readily available for lobs thrown his way. In addition, he’s a strong rebounder who battles through contact with ease. Finishing at the rim is no problem for the big, and he proved his skills against the number one seed in the state in an upset. Be on the lookout for his impact in the final four and moving forward.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Barger was a pest on the glass from the opening tip-off, nimble and strong, pivotal creating a large swath of second chance opportunities for Eaglecrest. His motor allowed him to instill confidence in their shooters early on, getting them clean looks from kick outs or swing passes. Thanks to his quick feet maneuvering around on the help side, Barger blocked or manipulated over a half dozen shot attempts. Offensively, his assertiveness on the glass allowed him to draw a few fouls, most importantly putting Fruita Monument opposing forward into foul trouble down the stretch.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Barger brings a high motor on the glass, when combined with his positional agility, the forward will be a pest on the glass. He’s grabbed 11+ rebounds in three of his last four games, certainly effective getting putbacks or sending kickouts to shooters.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Barger is a strong, mobile forward who remains among the most productive frontcourt prospects in the state. Particularly effective scoring out of the post, the forward has one of the more consistent hook shots available. Possessing a particularly quick vertical leap, Barger will be particularly productive rebounding the ball on either end of the floor. The forward’s defensive upside is noteworthy, mobile yet sturdy if needed to guard inside or out. The junior forward currently holds an offer from MSU Denver.
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