-16.7 ppg, 3.8 apg, 4.6 rpg, talented jump-shooter, does little things & takes charges

-Hustle plays aplenty, hoops hard, playmaker in transition, noteworthty handles/skills

Jayson has been not only the leading scorer for his team all season but also there leader. That trend continued in districts so as Jayson went for 16/5, 18/5 and 22/7 in the three district games. He lead by example in all three games by taking charges, hustling for loose balls and bringing a ton of energy and effort to the game. He showed once again hes a three level scorer nocking down threes, middy jumpers and scoring in transition. Jayson was also named to the all district team

-Cashes 3’s off the catch

-Drill shots when contested

-Has a nice-looking step-back move/shot

-Noteworthy double-moves

-Gets downhill to the rim for buckets

-Rebounds, gets steals, & sets up others

-Versatile, scores in a variety of ways

-Moves well w/o the ball

-Shooting form looks good

-Beats multiple defenders off the bounce

-Opportunistic scorer & playmaker

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

“My biggest focus has been consistency. Bringing the same energy, effort, and leadership every night, no matter who we’re playing. I’ve really tried to impact the game on both ends of the floor.“

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

“The most improvement I’ve seen in my game, I’d say, is my decision-making. I’m reading defenses better, knowing when to score and when to create for others, and just playing smarter overall.“

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

“When we’re at our best, we defend hard, rebound, and push the pace. We move the ball, play unselfishly, and trust each other.“

Who’s a teammate that deserves more recognition?

“A teammate I think, who deserves more recognition is our big man, Ethan Hanson Ethan Hanson 6'3" | C Barnes County North | 2027 State ND . He works hard on both ends of the floor, consistently getting rebounds and put-backs for us. He has a huge impact on the team.“

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

“I stay locked in by having the next game/play mindset. We could play not the best one game but we work on it during practice and do better the next game.“

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

“Something our coaches emphasize is pushing the ball and trusting each other. They tell us to get the ball out and go into every possible situation. We are a fast-paced team, and we also have to trust each other to do our job.“

What’s the biggest lesson basketball has taught you?

“The biggest lesson basketball has taught me is that nothing is given, everything is earned. You have to work for what you want, and you can’t skip steps to get there.“

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

“My favorite moment this season so far is probably a big win where everything clicked for us as a team. Those games where everyone contributes are the most fun.“

Favorite gym to play in (besides home)?

“My favorite gym to play in is definitely the VCSU bubble. We always bring a crowd to the BCT tournament because it is pretty close to our school. It just gives that college environment, and it’s by far my favorite.“

What are you hoping to accomplish before postseason play begins?

“Something I hope for us as a team to accomplish before postseason play is being fully connected as a team. Everyone is playing their best basketball and keeps trusting each other.“

-He does it all as a two-way player, has versatility on O & D, creative scorer

-Elevates those around him, high effort & energy, talented shooter, leader

-One of the top B players in NoDak, picked up an offer from Valley City State

-Having a big impact on the game with his defensive ability & effort

-His leadership has helped the team in all aspects of the game

-Once his offensive game starts clicking, the Bison will be very scary

Jayson had 60 three’s last season and will have same role this season as being the teams top shooter. Improved understanding of the game and what teams are gonna try to do against him has lead Jayson to work on reading screens/letting the game come to him and taking higher percentage shots. Has consistent footwork once he has the ball staying on balance whether its a shot from distance or jump stop in the paint playing off off two feet.

-Elite defender/strong build and physical

-Improved shooter and expect that to be in full effect this season

-Attacks the basket with no fear/strong finisher

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-Bison’s best player last year but has much more to prove this season

-Scores in a variety of ways, but also gets teammates involved at a high level

-Do-it-all baller, does anything for a win, great leader, All-State type of player

-Hoops with great effort and attitude, smart player with a high hoops IQ, always gives 100%

-I like his middy game and finishing, had a nice club season, he will be a dude in Class B