Dane Gardea
Dane Gardea
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Expert Analysis
Ryan Morgan | Prep Hoops Scout
I’ve gotten to watch Walla Walla both with and without Gardea this season and it is clear to see the effect his has on his team. He’s a taller point guard at 6-foot-4 and shows off some incredible athleticism with his drives and finishes in transition. But he’s not just a flash in the pan player. He affects the rhythm and tempo at which the Blue Devils play at and gets the ball moving quick. He attacks the rim with such strength and ferocity that help defenders have to make quick decisions which can open up lanes for him to throw some pretty slick passes for assists. And with his athleticism, he’s proven to be a pretty strong rebounder from the guard spot.
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Read EvaluationJustin Prather | Prep Hoops Scout
Dane is a solid athlete who plays with a lot of strength, especially when he gets into the mid-range or paint area. He had some nice moves in the mid-range game. He was active on the boards and aggressive. As a state champion high jumper, and returning all league player, he should be a big part of what Walla Walla does this year alongside Will Sullivan Will Sullivan 6'4" | SG Walla Walla | 2024 State WA .
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Read EvaluationRyan Morgan | Prep Hoops Scout
Previous Rank: 50rnThe Walla Walla point guard is already a pretty complete player as far as impacting the game across the board, limiting mistakes, and being able to attack with a versatile skillset. He checks a lot of boxes; athletic, tall, inside/outside scoring, playmaking, defensive awareness. The second-team All-MCC player is someone who could be flying a little under the radar but is poised for a big season with the Blue Devils next season.
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Read EvaluationJustin Prather | Prep Hoops Scout
He will be a nice compliment to Sullivan on the perimeter for Walla Walla. He is an athlete as evidenced by winning the state high jump championship last spring. He will be counted on to score more next season with the loss of several seniors. This is an athletic and long backcourt that is looking to make some noise, and push for a post season run.
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