Ben Swanson Ben Swanson 6'4" | PF Green Mountain | 2026 State CO brings size, energy, and production as a 6’4 senior wing/forward who continues to impact winning. He’s averaging 9 points and 8.8 rebounds this year, and he’s been a double-double threat whose work on the glass fuels runs. He protects the paint, blocks shots, runs the floor, and finishes strong. His rebounding and defensive presence have turned into momentum plays and helped swing games in their favor. He’s a player who can help keep the season alive for them and is a player to watch.

Swanson turned in a performance that mirrored his brother’s impact, finishing with 17 strong points and controlling the action inside. He ran the floor with purpose, putting constant pressure on the defense in transition. In the half court, he operated seamlessly in the interior, popping out to the free throw line to help initiate the offense and keep the ball moving. His vision and crisp passing added another layer, making him a true playmaker all night

Swanson is an integral part of Green Mountain’s team, and this season could be his biggest step forward. His length stands out as he changes shots, clogs lanes and gives the team a reliable interior defensive presence. He covers ground quickly and runs the floor with ease, turning defense into fast break opportunities and putting pressure on opponents to keep up. What makes him exciting is the potential and you can see his game expanding every time he plays. As he continues to grow more confident and assertive, he becomes harder to keep off the stat sheet. With his size, mobility and defensive impact, Swanson is poised to be a major difference maker for Green Mountain all season long

Ben is a physical 6’5 forward who thrives on contact and lives in the paint. He averaged 8.5 points and 5.4 rebounds while helping Green Mountain make a state run. He sets hard screens, rolls with purpose, and finishes through defenders. Defensively, he holds his ground and can switch onto wings. If he rebounds at a high level this year, it’ll open things up even more for their balanced squad. Green Mountain shocked many with their late playoff push, but this season they might be that from the opening game. Ben is one of the main reasons.

Swanson has the size and physicality that makes him a key factor inside, where he consistently asserts himself against opponents. His ability to establish position and finish in the post makes him a reliable scoring option in the paint. Beyond his inside game, Swanson has started to incorporate a dependable mid range shot, which stretches defenses and adds versatility to his offensive repertoire. On the boards, Swanson’s long reach and timing allow him to secure rebounds effectively, often sparking fast breaks with quick, accurate outlet passes. While his defensive fundamentals are solid, there’s room for further refinement in his positioning and footwork, which could elevate him into a more dominant two way presence. As the season approaches, Swanson looks poised to be a cornerstone for his team, contributing significant impact through his strength, length, and growing skill set

Swanson is the ultimate team player and the exact guy you want on the court. He’s always looking to get his teammates involved, but don’t sleep on his ability to knock down that mid range shot when he needs to. Offensively, his long arms make him a real threat in the post where he can score over defenders or dish out a perfect pass for an open shot. On defense – those same long arms are a nightmare for opponents trying to get a clean look. Swanson’s also a beast on the offensive boards, always working to extend possessions or grab an easy putback for himself

Swanson is the definition of a prototypical power forward. He’s got the strength and size that really make an impact on the court. When he’s posted up in the block, he’s tough to guard, and his jumper adds another layer to his game. What really stands out when you watch him play is his length and those long arms. He goes up strong for rebounds and always manages to get the ball to the outlet player, pushing his team into quick transition. I’m expecting his defensive game to keep improving, which will make him an even more well rounded player as we head into the spring season. Swanson is a guy who’s going to make his mark

Swanson has been essential for Green Mountain’s steady dose of rebounds, leveraging his wide reach to be a pest on the glass. Getting more comfortable stretching the floor in the mid-range, the forward is a capable face-up shooter when provided the space.

Swanson earns all of his offensive baskets, active on the glass either from loose balls or second chance opportunities. Most dependable attacking the basket off the rip for straight line drives, he has worked to improve his strength and composure against aggressive defenses. Defensively, his assertive help rotations are crucial towards Green Mountain’s competitive record to start the season. The wing posted big numbers to start the season, all over the glass as needed, although his improvements as a mid-range shooter cannot be overlooked either.

Swanson is putting up lofty numbers, posting 11.3 points and 10.3 rebonds per game through three games. Quick getting up for second chance opportunities, he has maximized his opportunities on the glass, particularly while drawing fouls in those instances. Bringing great timing out of the roll, he has played a massive role in Green Mountain’s success through the early stages.