2024 Rankings Review – Top 10 Prospects
The transition from middle school to high school is a tough transition for most individuals. These players below have done this with ease and have been excelling as freshmen. Keep an eye on these guys as they have a bright…
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Continue ReadingThe transition from middle school to high school is a tough transition for most individuals. These players below have done this with ease and have been excelling as freshmen. Keep an eye on these guys as they have a bright future ahead of them at the varsity level and potentially in the collegiate game.
Full 2024 Rankings List:
https://prephoops.com/dakotas/rankings/north-dakota-rankings/2024-rankings/
Here is a look at the top 10 freshmen prospects:
1. Jeremiah Sem Jeremiah Sem 6'3" | SG Fargo North | 2024 State #303 Nation ND (2024) |6-1 G| Fargo North – As a freshman, he already looks and moves like a division-1 athlete. Besides being an unbelievable athlete Jeremiah is skilled. He has solid handles, a precision passer, and he shoots it well. He has all the tools and potential to be a D-1 basketball player.
2. Jacob Brandt Jacob Brandt 6'10" | PF Hillsboro/Central Valley | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-6 F| Hillsboro/Central Valley – He is a strong forward who moves extremely well. He is a rim protector and a nice rebounder. His range extends out to the 3-point line. Jacob can score with his back to the basket, or he can put it on the floor and slash into the lane.
3. Isaiah Schafer Isaiah Schafer 6'1" | CG Bismarck Century | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-1 G| Bismarck Century – He is the best point guard in the freshmen class. For a young player he has polished skills. Isaiah has a great pull-up jump shot that he uses often. His three-point shooting is very impressive. Isaiah has an extended range that goes beyond the college arc. He is a scary and accomplished shooter.
4. Carter Zeller Carter Zeller 6'6" | PF Fargo North | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-5 G| Fargo North – He is physically strong and a gifted athlete. Carter is aggressive and he is not afraid of contact. He catches well and he looks to have good feet. I like that he does not back down from older and taller players. He is already a beast on the boards. I expect him to average a double-double the next 3 years in the EDC.
5. Cole Holzer Cole Holzer 6'7" | PF Central Cass | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-5 F| Central Cass – This young lefty has been nothing but impressive this year. He fits in the mold as a “stretch 4”. Cole shoots it well from the 3-point arc. He has a long wingspan that makes him a problematic defender and a good rebounder. Cole moves well and he has a great feel for the game.
6. Peter Havelka Peter Havelka 6'6" | PF Fargo Davies | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-4 F| Fargo Davies – He has nice size and is remarkably athletic. Peter has a high basketball IQ, and he moves well around the basket. The sky is the limit with him as he improves his handles and moves away from the basket.
7. Deng Deng Deng Deng 6'5" | SF Four Winds/Minnewaukan | 2024 ND (2024) |6-3 G| Four Winds/Minnewaukan – He is another gifted athlete, and he is no stranger to throwing it down. It seems like he improves every day. He will grow into being a lockdown defender and an electric scorer.
8. Ryan Larson Ryan Larson 6'3" | SG Jamestown | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-3 F| Jamestown – He is a hard worker that has great athleticism and strength. Ryan is a versatile player who can play all 5 positions. He has solid ball skills, and he is a lethal shooter. Ryan is skilled around the basket and can finish through contact with either hand.
9. Damon Glasser Damon Glasser 6'4" | SG Dickinson | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-0 G| Dickinson – He is a 3-point sniper with deep range. Damon has improved at attacking the basket. He is becoming a skilled passer. Damon is a solid athlete who plays fluidly. Look for Damon to be an all-around quality player in the WDA next year.
10. Preston Lemar Preston Lemar 6'3" | SG Bismarck | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-2 G| Bismarck – He is long and athletic. Preston is a capable shooter from 3-point land. He attacks the rim well and is aggressive with the basketball. Preston has the making of an elite defender.