Prospect Spotlight: Parker Braun (2018)
A long, rangy 6’8 forward, Blue Valley Northwest Parker Braun might be flying under the radar for now, but he’s getting a shot to showcase his abilities for one of the region’s premier teams. Bruan is probably at his best…
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Continue ReadingA long, rangy 6’8 forward, Blue Valley Northwest Parker Braun might be flying under the radar for now, but he’s getting a shot to showcase his abilities for one of the region’s premier teams.
Bruan is probably at his best at the defensive end as his offensive game continues to develop. He plays with energy and passion and is a terrific communicator at the defensive end of the court. He uses his size, length and basketball IQ to his advantage and is terrific challenges shots around the rim.
At the offensive end, he has a picturesque jumper with terrific form and balance and range beyond 15 feet. And he makes his free throws.
He said he spent the offseason improving his jump shot and mental toughness in preparation for his first year of varsity basketball.
“Coming into the school year I hadn’t played any varsity so I knew I had to take those to the next level if I wanted to compete,” he said.
Blue Valley Northwest is already off to a strong start this season and features a talented lineup with one player that has committed already and several others who likely have a future at the next level. Braun said expectations are high for the Huskies this season.
“I think can succeed by using our chemistry and fast pace to our advantage and using our trust in (head coach) Ed Fritz always leading us in the right direction,” Braun said. “I think we have a great chance in achieving our goal in making and winning the state championship.”
The Wildcats will face several challenges this season, and have already passed the first having beaten Vashon in Springfield, Mo.
“We have a difficult schedule in playing teams like Vashon, Bishop Meige, Lee’s Summmit West, and Iowa City West and I look forward to playing to our best abilities and competing in those tough games because I think we can do it and come out with some wins,” he said.
Braun, who currently does not hold any offers, said his parents have been the biggest influence on his basketball career.
“Both of my parents had successful basketball careers and growing up I always looked up to them and wanted to succeed just like them,” he said. “I always listen to what the have to say about what I should work on or do to help improve my game.”