Carter Neutz Carter Neutz 6'3" | PF Annandale | 2030 MN was a consistent presence in the paint throughout the weekend, asserting himself as a productive interior big. He displays strong offensive positioning, creating clean angles for guards to deliver entry passes. Once he establishes position, Neutz finishes with purpose, keeping the ball high and tight while converting efficiently around the rim with soft touch. Carter also impacts the game on the glass, remaining active on both the offensive and defensive boards. As his jump shot continues to develop, Neutz has the potential to become an even more dynamic interior threat and a true difference-maker in the post.

Neutz is a big body who can stretch the floor. He handles well at his size and has great ball security. He keeps the ball above his head when in the paint and shoots it with a high release point, allowing him to score over the top of the defense. Neutz runs the floor well and can finish through traffic efficiently. Physicality and correct positioning make Neutz a talented defender, too.

Carter is the toughness, most impactful, and go-to scorer and finisher for D1 Minnesota 2030 Gold— who were runner-up finishers. Not an elite athlete, as he doesn’t possess a strong vertical, but he consistently grabs boards on both ends and finishes in the paint off of the glass.

Neutz was a catalyst for D1 Minnesota , making winning plays on both ends of the floor. His quick decision-making after securing rebounds helped push the tempo, allowing his team to play fast and free. He embraced his role as a defensive anchor, showcasing a high motor and sharp instincts in help-side rotations. Neutz’s versatility and energy stood out in every game he played.

D1 Minnesota 2030 Gold reached the Championship game and came up as 13U runner-ups, and Carter was the main guy for them, with his versatility and ability to do it all on the court. He doesn’t have elite skill with the ball, but he puts the ball in the hoop as an inside finisher and can keep defenses honest with a jumper. He did most of his damage near the hoop and as a cutter, finding openings for catch-and-score buckets. Doesn’t need to dribble the air out of the ball to score. One of the top 13U players in terms of efficiency and overall impact on the game. Defensively, he’s a major presence as well. Can defend the post at a high level and attacks the ball and rips down boards. Played with a grit and toughness and was all over the court, routinely coming up with the ball then making a positive play. He was dominant in the win over MN Falcons 13U.