-2nd Place 4x200m, 2nd Place 4×400, 3rd Place High Jump, 3rd Place Triple Jump

Comments: State Champion, Mr. Basketball Finalist, NDAPSSA & NDHSCA All-State, you name it & Hanson did it, made everyone on his team a better player

Record: 25-0, playing in the State Tournament

-21.6 ppg, 10.6 rpg, 6 apg, 3.1 spg, 62 FG%

-Makes everyone around him better, unselfish, athletic playmaker, winner & gamer

-Complete DUDE

-Team 1st player, but a superstar in his own right

-Top-tier athlete, ridiculous dunker

-Dynamic playmaker, excels at everything

-Major athlete, bouncy 2-handed dunker

-Long, skilled, versatile

-Fast, agile, athlete

-Crafty w/ clever moves

-Extended range on his 3pt shot, accurate from deep

-Impressive double moves to beat the D

-Three-level point producer

-Disruptor on defense, instant offense the other way

-AND1 finisher, scores after contact

-Soft shot, effective off the catch & dribble

-Exploits mismatches around the basket

-Multi-level playmaker, STUD

Aiden is having arguably one of the best seasons of any player in the entire state in any class. Aiden continued that run on tuesday night vs Linton when he had a Nikola Jokic type of triple double game with 28/14/11 to lead his #1 ranked 19-0 team to an undefeated regular season. He doesn’t just lead his team on the stat sheet every night he also leads by example, this kid never gets outworked or out hustled and probably finishes each game with the most floor burns. Tasked with guarding the other teams best player no matter the position hes always up to the task and just wants to do whatever it takes to help his team win.

-Absolutely (in my opinion) one of the clear best all-round players in the entire state

-Had a huge Triple Double with 28 points, 14 Rebounds and 11 Assists

-13/19 from the field

-Just shy of half his assists went to little brother Ethan, couple were on beautiful baseline back door cuts for easy layups

-Aiden doesn’t get nearly enough credit for how good of a passer he is and his overall cour vision and awareness (11 Assists)

-Had 5 offensive boards even tho it seemed like many more just because he keeps so many possessions alive with his athleticism and work ethic

-Nocked down couple deep three’s, has great range and a very fluid/clean and effortless shot

-On the floor first for any loose balls

-Has the length/athleticism/size and strength to guard anyone on the floor

-One of the best at getting the defensive rebound and not only starting the fast break but also going coast to coast and finishing it himself on the other end

-Activity and effort levels were once again at level 10, just never lets up/relentless

Aiden added to his already stellar season with a 19/12 performance vs Garrison on thursday. His activity level is off the charts as hes always around the ball on both ends of the floor, scoring/getting steals/deflections/rebounds or assists on kick outs when hes doubled (thats very often the case anytime he touches the ball this season). Super athlete thats long and strong he guards all 5 spots on the floor and makes it look easy at times. Just a do it all player and teammate, doesn’t get enough credit for how hard he works when he’s on the floor.

-19 points

-Had some nice assists off defensive rebounds hitting ball ahead to open teammates for easy fast break points

-Hit one three in second quarter vs zone defense

-Unofficially had Aiden for 12 rebounds

-3 blocks/changed several others at the rim

-Active/Active/Active is best way to describe how Aiden plays on both ends of the floor

-Always seems to be under control

-Does a great job of letting game come to him and setting up teammates

-Impossible to keep off of the offensive boards/too long amd athletic

-Gets tasked with guarding the opponents best offensive players/takes pride in that also

-Excellent passer amd court vision oit of the post area

-Great hands

-Had couple nice drives to basket for scores, two and 1’s on the night

-Fluid shot thing of beauty when its released

-Leads by example/does it all

-Great footwork on the block with up n under finish

-His second and third jumps for rebounds are super quick

-Not just skilled and athletic, he will outwork everyone else on the floor

What has been the biggest focus for you personally this season?

“Get everyone involved and have fun in my senior year.“

What’s one area of your game you’ve seen the most improvement in?

“I think I’ve seen a lot of improvement in my post play and being able to pass out of the post.“

What does your team do well when you’re playing your best basketball?

“We share the ball, hit 3s and play good defense when we’re playing well.“

Who’s a teammate that deserves more recognition?

“I would say Jase Utley Jase Utley 6'1" | SG Central McLean | 2027 State ND would be my teammate who deserves more recognition. He plays good defense, rebounds the ball well, can drive and shoot well. He kind of just goes unnoticed, but he does a lot for our team.“

How do you stay locked in during the grind of the season—especially on tough weeks?

“Just stay hungry and ready for the next day of practice and the next game. Focus on one day at a time and not look too far into the future.“

What’s something your coaches emphasize that really shows up on game nights?

“Our effort on defense and on the boards shows up almost every night.“

What’s the biggest lesson basketball has taught you?

“That if you work hard, you can accomplish your goals.“

What has been your favorite moment of the season so far?

“Getting the game-winning steal against Our Redeemers or my dunk against Washburn.“

Favorite gym to play in (besides home)?

“Flasher. I don’t really know why, but I always seem to play well there and shoot well.“

What are you hoping to accomplish before postseason play begins?

“I think the biggest thing we want to accomplish is finish the regular season undefeated.“