Summer Preview: Wisconsin Crusaders 17U
With the travel season set to resume at the end of the month, Prep Hoops Wisconsin is previewing the top AAU programs in the state. Today, we look at Wisconsin Crusaders’ 17U squad… ROSTER G Nate Abel Nate Abel 6'1"…
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Continue ReadingWith the travel season set to resume at the end of the month, Prep Hoops Wisconsin is previewing the top AAU programs in the state. Today, we look at Wisconsin Crusaders’ 17U squad…
ROSTER
G Nate Abel Nate Abel 6'1" | PG Beaver Dam | 2021 State WI – Beaver Dam
Averaged 21.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game as a junior. Receiving Division 1 and 2 interest heading into July. Ranked No. 40 in the 2021 class.
“Nate brings scoring from all 3 levels and has great handle that allows him to get open and set up teammates for easy looks. With his quick feet, he can defend the 1 and 2 positions and is regarded as one of the best defensive guards in his class.” – Wisconsin Crusaders
[player_tooltip player_id="804910" first="Nate" last="Abel"]G Dustin Beauprey Dustin Beauprey 6'3" | PG Mt Top Christian | 2021 State WI – Mountain Top Christian Academy
Ranked No. 31 in the class of 2021. Nearly averaged a triple-double last season, posting 29 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists per game.
“Dustin is a versatile combo guard. He attacks and scores at all three levels. He is an elite shooter and passer that plays very well in transition. His size and athletic ability also allow him to rebound at a high level.” – Wisconsin Crusaders
G Owen Campbell – Mountain Top Christian Academy
Tallied 13 points, five assists, and four rebounds per game as a junior.
“He is a combo guard that can shoot the 3-ball as well as drive and create. He is a tenacious perimeter defender and has a high basketball IQ that compliments his unselfish style of basketball.” – Wisconsin Crusaders
G Andrew Case – Germantown
Averaged 9.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game for the Warhawks.
“He is an athletic and versatile player that can defend multiple positions. Andrew is a natural scorer who excelled from behind the 3 point line this season for the Warhawks.” – Wisconsin Crusaders
G Jacob Dietz Jacob Dietz 6'3" | SG Neenah | 2021 State WI – Neenah
Father played for Penn State. Averaged 12.8 points and 6.2 rebounds per game for the Rockets last season en route to being named second-team All-Conference in the Fox Valley Association. Will be ranked in the next update.
“Jacob can score on all three levels, rebound with the bigs and defend multiple positions. He is an unselfish and skilled player who will do what it takes to win.” – Wisconsin Crusaders
F Jackson Dudek – Kimberly
Key reserve for the Fox Valley Association champs last season. Averaged 1.5 points and .6 rebounds per game for a 22-3 Kimberly squad.
“Jackson has a sturdy 6’6” frame with back to the basket and face up skills. Dudek defends his position and rebounds with physicality.” – Wisconsin Crusaders
F Aidan Ottery Aidan Ottery 6'5" | PF St. Mary's Springs | 2021 State WI – St. Mary’s Springs
Averaged 20 points, nine rebounds, and three assists per game as a junior. Was also a first-team All-Conference selection in 2019-20. Ranked No. 98 in the class of 2021.
“Aidan’s athleticism and scoring ability at all 3 levels make him a matchup nightmare. He has a strong transition game and rebounds above his size.” – Wisconsin Crusaders
F Mack Sebert Mack Sebert 6'5" | SF Fon Du Lac | 2021 State WI – Fond Du Lac
Ranked No. 91 in the class of 2021. Averaged 13.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game last season.
“Mack’s college-ready frame allows him to play and defend the 3-5 positions effectively. He can score at all three levels. Mack runs the floor well and plays with a great motor. He was named honorable mention all conference in the FVA in each of the last two seasons.” – Wisconsin Crusaders
SCHEDULE
July 4-5: Prep Hoops Hard Work SZN Kickoff (Appleton)
July 10-12: Pentagon Summer Slam (Sioux Falls, S.D.)
July 18-19: Prep Hoops Midwest Showdown (Appleton)
July 25-26: Prep Hoops Classic (Council Bluffs, Iowa.)
August 1-2: Prep Hoops Midwest Collision (Minneapolis, Minn.)
Aug. 8-9: Prep Hoops The Finale (Kansas City, Missouri.)