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<p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1578040' first='Luke' last='Wagstaff'] - Fort Collins</p>
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<p>The Carroll College commit has lept out the gates with total dominance on the glass. At 6'8 and roughly 230 pounds, Wagstaff is quite frankly too much to handle down low. Easily obtaining position versus forwards, Wagstaff is all to difficult to contain down in the low post. To kick off the season, the forward has posted 22.3 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 assists per game while contributing 59% of his field goals. So far Wagstaff has knocked down 42% of his three point attempts, a key area.</p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Ethan Thomason - Rocky Mountain</p>
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<p>Thomason acts like the Hulk on the defensive glass, proving too big to bully on any occassion. The big man stands right around 6'8 alongside a near 300 pound frame. Should the opponent miss an attempt around the rim, best belive that Thomason will be lurking on the glass. Thomason has kicked off the season with 7.3 points and 9.7 rebounds per game.</p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1167509' first='Nick' last='Randall'] - Fossil Ridge</p>
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<p>A consistent cover within the state, Randall is a consistent double double threat at all times alongside his sturdy interior skillset. Currently receiving offers from UCCS and CSU Pueblo, Randall is off to a dominant start of 24.4 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. Fellow staff member Ryan Garland recently broke down the power forward's game this <a href="https://prephoops.com/2022/12/early-gpoy-candidates/">month</a>. </p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='969434' first='Garrett' last='Harstad'] - Loveland</p>
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<p>Harstad embodies the hustle and grit every team desire. The 6'5 senior is all over the place on the glass, posting 5.7 offensive rebonds per game. At roughly 6'5, Harstad is truly unselfish, sacrificing his body nearly every possession for a board. Throughout the season, the forward has posted 12.8 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 2 steals per game for 2-4 Loveland. </p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1168984' first='Matthew' last='Boldt'] - Fossil Ridge</p>
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<p>Another lengthy forward out of powerhouse Fossil Ridge. It is a wonder how Boldt has managed to produce such dominant numbers on the glass, given the array of size with Fossil Ridge. The forward has posted 9.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game while contributing 54% of his field goal attempts. Although relatively small volume, the 6'5 forward is already knocking down 50% of his three point attempts. </p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Jackson Jenkins - Northridge</p>
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<p>At roughly 6'4, Jenkins brings a refreshing blend of physicality and selflessness. The forward plays a vital role as a kick out passer for Northridge. Either coming from offensive rebounds or disecting the zone, Jenkins stays alert hitting teammates. Out of the gates, Jenkins has posted 9.3 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 2.2 assists. </p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">[player_tooltip player_id='1284530' first='Ty' last='Adam'] - Severance</p>
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<p>Another 6'8 forward from the region, Adam has been powerful both above and under the rim. To start the season, the 6'8 center has dominated with 21.2 points, 8.9 points, and 2.3 assists per game while contribuing 74% of two pointers. Adam has one of the quicker second jumps among 6'7+ athletes in the state, allowing him to maintain a steady dose of offensive rebounds. </p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size">Cambren Mundell - Platte Valley</p>
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<p>Mundell plays a key role facilitating Platte Valley's offense alongside his total superiority cleaning the glass. The 6'6 forward is a pest on both ends, possessing a notably quick second jump on block attempts and rebounding opportunities. Coming into the season, Mundell has posted 5.6 points, 12.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 5 stocks per game. </p>
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