-6 points

-Noteworthy length

-Good anticipation, stepped in front of a pass for an INT

-Moved the ball well vs. the zone

-Stepped up & took a charge

-O-board in traffic

-Unselfish interior assist to Schroedermeier

-Another unselfish pass, this one to a cutting teammate

-Took another charge

-Baseline cut, catch, athletic reverse layup finish

-Another assist to a cutting Schroedermeier

-Worked hard for an O-board, putback bucket

-Used athleticism to block a jump shot

-AND1 finish on the right block

The Cougars graduated their height last season so it’s up to Nolan and his 6’4 body to take up the slack this season. Kolthoff has a knack for the ball and reads it well off the rim. He’s put on some muscle this summer and can hold his own in the paint when needed. I like how smooth he runs the floor and can get downhill with the ball. Look for him to help lead this defending State Champion team back to another strong season.

Kolthoff isn’t a big-time scorer or offensive creator, but he does just about everything else on the court and is very valuable to this 2024-2025 Viborg-Hurley team. He has a knack for coming up with the ball with his length and athleticism, then going into transition himself or by making dime passes upcourt.

Nolan’s length stands out. He was able to show the ability to make a three to go along with his team-oriented and effort approach.