HS Team Preview: River Ridge
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After making a playoff run into the Elite 8 last season, River Ridge will look a bit different this season having graduated key contributors, Braden Pierce, Jared Russo, Michael Martinez and Trey Kopf. That being said, I wouldn’t call this…
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Continue ReadingAfter making a playoff run into the Elite 8 last season, River Ridge will look a bit different this season having graduated key contributors, Braden Pierce, Jared Russo, Michael Martinez and Trey Kopf. That being said, I wouldn’t call this year’s team inexperienced. They return David Hansraj David Hansraj 6'0" | CG River Ridge | 2023 State GA and Jay McCord in the backcourt, both of which played large roles on last year’s team. Jackson Head Jackson Head 6'2" | SF River Ridge | 2023 GA will be coming off an injury year and will likely have a chip on his shoulder. The pair of 2024 forwards, Garrett Fettinger Garrett Fettinger 6'7" | SF River Ridge | 2024 State GA and Wesley Harrison Wesley Harrison 6'6" | PF River Ridge | 2024 State GA , will also both see increased roles and could be in store for breakout seasons. Altogether, this team will have new look but could have a lot of the same success next year.
Roster
2023 6’2 G David Hansraj David Hansraj 6'0" | CG River Ridge | 2023 State GA
Hansraj will be a 4-year starter and provide a lot of senior leadership. He’s a lefty, combo guard that can score at all 3 levels and will likely have to carry a lot of the scoring load this year.
2023 5’11 G Jay McCord
McCord also brings experience to the backcourt, having played a significant role in last year’s playoff run. The senior guard is tough-minded and brings a lot of energy. He knows how to score it and will probably see an increase in shot attempts this year.
2023 6’3 F Jackson Head Jackson Head 6'2" | SF River Ridge | 2023 GA
Jackson Head Jackson Head 6'2" | SF River Ridge | 2023 GA returns after sitting out last season due to injury. He’ll bring a level of grit over from the football field and will likely be a high-impact guy for this team.
2024 6’6 F Wesley Harrison Wesley Harrison 6'6" | PF River Ridge | 2024 State GA
Wesley Harrison Wesley Harrison 6'6" | PF River Ridge | 2024 State GA is a versatile forward that can get it done both inside and out. He shoots it well from the perimeter but also scores it well around the basket. He also rebounds it well and does a lot of the little things to help his team win.
2024 6’6 F Garrett Fettinger Garrett Fettinger 6'7" | SF River Ridge | 2024 State GA
Fettinger is another interesting forward prospect with a ton of upside. His arsenal of post moves has been noticeably growing and that will ultimately take his game to the next level. Fettinger could very well see a huge jump in production this year.
2024 6’2 F Ian Helms
While Helms may not possess the size that the other two 2024 forwards do, Helms impacts the game tremendously with his high-motor and toughness around the hoop. Helms will certainly contribute to the rebounding efforts as well.