Considered my X-Factor for Ballard to win the 3A state title, Easton Ersland Easton Ersland 6'4" | PF Ballard | 2026 State IA showed why on Monday. Using his length around the rim to block shots and finish at the cup, Ersland was as effective as he has been all season. Not the star for the Bombers, Ersland showed why he’s just as important as anyone on the rest of the squad as a defensive stalwart that puts pressure on the defense as a 6-foot-5 forward that can put the ball on the floor and get buckets.

Finishing with 15 points, on 4-of-6 shooting from the field and 6-of-7 from the free throw line, Ersland not only scored in the paint, but drew fouls and scored at the line. He added two rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks for the Bombers.

Considered my X-Factor for Ballard to win the 3A state title, Easton Ersland Easton Ersland 6'4" | PF Ballard | 2026 State IA showed why on Monday. Using his length around the rim to block shots and finish at the cup, Ersland was as effective as he has been all season. Not the star for the Bombers, Ersland showed why he’s just as important as anyone on the rest of the squad as a defensive stalwart that puts pressure on the defense as a 6-foot-5 forward that can put the ball on the floor and get buckets.

Finishing with 15 points, on 4-of-6 shooting from the field and 6-of-7 from the free throw line, Ersland not only scored in the paint, but drew fouls and scored at the line. He added two rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks for the Bombers.