Freshman Intros
The late start to the season is giving us a delayed introduction to an impactful and exciting freshman class. They have both instant impact players, guys that will develop into stars over the long term, and a combination of both…
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Continue ReadingThe late start to the season is giving us a delayed introduction to an impactful and exciting freshman class. They have both instant impact players, guys that will develop into stars over the long term, and a combination of both of these. Let’s take a look at, and get familiar with, a few of the freshman in Michigan this season.
Mohamad Farahani (2024, PG, Bloomfield Hills)
Farahani is an electric backcourt prospect. He has some flash and playmaking skills in his game. Farahani is a shooter that can create looks on his own. He’s a solid ball handler that’s able to beat a lot of defenders off the dribble and create. Farahani really showed out at the Prep Hoops Top 250 in October.
Noah Vanlaningham (2024, CG, Mattawan)
Vanlaningham is an absolute gym rat and workhorse. With his skills and desire to be in the gym, success seems inevitable. He’s an excellent shooter, but can also slash and cut to the rim. Vanlaningham can finish with either hand. He can play either guard spot, but seems like a natural 2.
Brady Prieskorn (2024, G/F, Rochester Adams)
Prieskorn is a name to remember among the freshman in Michigan this season. He’s a really versatile talent with a high basketball IQ, especially considering that he’s in his first year of high school. Prieskorn has good positional size and is a bona fide threat off the wing. Don’t look past his ball handling and passing ability as well.
Michael Thompson (2024, CG, Grandville)
Don’t let Thompson sneak up on you later in the season. The young man has real talent to put on display and has played some tough competition over the past year. Thompson is dangerous off the bounce and can get to the rim going either way. He has good hip movement and can get defenders to lean then blow by.