2020-2021 Players To Watch (Nebraska)
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Frankie Fidler Frankie Fidler 6'6" | SF Bellevue West | 2021 State NE 6’6″ | PF | Bellevue West | 2021 | Grassroots Team: Team Factory UA Rise Frankie has averaged 19.4 points in his first 5 games this season. On the…
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Continue ReadingFrankie Fidler Frankie Fidler 6'6" | SF Bellevue West | 2021 State NE
6’6″ | PF | Bellevue West | 2021 | Grassroots Team: Team Factory UA Rise
Frankie has averaged 19.4 points in his first 5 games this season. On the road to win a second state title, Fidler is a tough matchup for any opponent. He is shooting 51% from the field, 39% from behind the arc, and 84% from the free-throw line. Frankie can complete with the best of them. Currently ranked the 8th best player in Nebraska, Fidler will make a fantastic addition to the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He uses his height/length very well, can shoot spot-up or off the dribble, and able to finish layups in heavy traffic. Frankie has a team-minded approach and plays within the system, which makes him a terrific player.
Mason Strong Mason Strong 5'11" | PG Omaha North | 2022 State NE
5’11″ | PG | Omaha North | 2022 | Grassroots Team: Team Factory U16 UA Rise
Mason is currently averaging 19.0 points per contest, shooting 49% from the field. He can handle pressure and continues to thrive, even when the opposing team is ahead. Strong is 50% from the three-point range, which opens up driving lanes for teammates. If the defense closes out on him, he uses his crafty ball-handling to slither past the defender for a layup/pull-up or drop an assist to a big. Mason is also a pretty good free-throw shooter, shooting 81% from the foul line. Strong was recognized by the Exchange Club of Omaha for his academic, extracurricular, and volunteer achievements.
Danair Dempsey Danair Dempsey 6'6" | PF Papillion-LaVista South | 2021 State NE
6’6″ | PF | Papillion-LaVista South | 2021 | Grassroots Team: OSA Crusaders 17u Adidas 3SSB
Danair is a great addition to any basketball program. He disrupts opposing offenses with his length and plays with a chip on his shoulder. On offense, Dempsey can shoot the pull up jumper, play inside, and find the open teammate. Averaging 16.8 points per contest, 5.8 rebounds, and almost three blocks per game. He continues to get better and better. Dempsey had a great summer playing with the OSA Crusaders. Look for Danair to continue to be a star basketball player.
Austin Thyne Austin Thyne 6'1" | CG Scottsbluff | 2022 State NE
5’11″ | CG | Mitchell | 2022 | Grassroots Team: N/A
Austin Is the type of player that can score in bunches. If you leave him uncontested he can go off for a 40 point night. As a sophomore he put up 18 points a game but, currently as a junior thru seven games, he upgraded to 24.3 points per contest. He shoots 57% from the field and 50% from three point land. From the charity strip, he is one of he better shooters at 87%. Thyne has strong court vision and can play both guard positions.
Pierce Bazil
6’2″ | CG | Lincoln Northeast | 2021 | Grassroots Team: Lincoln Supreme 17u National 1