Owen Dowel, Wayzata - Prep Hoops

Owen Dowel

Class: 2025
Position: PF
Height: 6'9"
School: Wayzata
Club Team: Frankston Blues (International - Australia)

Player Bio

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

My gameplay style is always evolving - I've traditionally played the center position. Others have described my play style as dynamic, strong inside game with equally strong perimeter skills.

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

My mindset is strong and focused on continual improvement. I am coachable and take advice well, no matter how it's delivered, and I love being part of a team - helping the team move forward and improve with each challenge. I love celebrating successes with my teammates and building them up.

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

Through school, our focus is on improving and giving back to our community. I'm often at BBQ fundraisers helping cook to raise money for local organizations.

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

I love to see my team succeed and more importantly, I love to build my teammates up - helping them get to the next level. The best reward for me playing a winning game is to work out the number of quick decisions I made that helped the team get to the next level whether that was a smart pass, a choice to drive, or great defensive moves. I love to score, but I will put the team first always.

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

Challenges for me are opportunities to grow, so I love them! In 2020, I narrowed my focus to become the best basketball player I can be and took the steps to commit to a nutrition, exercise, and skills regime that's helped me improve every day.

What type of college are you looking for?

My ultimate dream is to find Division 1 school with an amazing basketball program and a strong academic program. As of 2024, I'm studying Accelerated Math, Physics, Advanced Biology, and Sports Physiology. My preference at this stage is between Finance/Economics or Sports Medicine, or both.