ECI 14U Winczewski: AAU Sneak Peak

The ECI program has constructed another talented team in the 14U division. This is an intelligent group of basketball players that are on the verge of making a name for themselves. These players will be a fun group to watch. Roster Comments from Coach Dean Winczewski: Aric Winczewski Aric Winczewski 5'8" | SG Minot | 2025 ND (2025) |5-7 G| Minot – He is a solid shooter and student of the game. Aric is a good defender. He is capable of slashing and getting to the rim. Grayson Schaeffer Grayson Schaeffer 6'3" | SF Minot | 2025 ND (2025) |6-2 F| Minot – His size and athleticism make him a nice player. Grayson shoots well from outside. He finishes with both hands skillfully. Parker Brodina Parker Brodina 6'1" | PF Devils Lake | 2025 ND (2025) |6-1 F| Devils Lake – Parker plays with an edge that should rub off on this team. He is a very skilled player. His shooting range is impressive. Parker is an athletic and strong player. Grady Swanson Grady Swanson 5'6" | SG Bismarck | 2025 ND (2025) |5-5 G| Bismarck – He is a quality shooter off the dribble as well as, catching and shooting. Swanson is a smart player with a high basketball IQ. Thomas Kraft Thomas Kraft 5'1" | SG Grand Forks Red River | 2025 ND (2025) |5-0 G| Grand Forks Red River – This guard can be a real-deal defender on and off the ball. Kraft is a solid shooter. Thomas is an athletic player with quick feet. Truitt Brannan Truitt Brannan 5'5" | PG Bismarck Legacy | 2025 ND (2025) |5-4 G| Bismarck Legacy – He gives great effort all day and every day. Brannan is a consistent shooter from the perimeter and mid-range. His best attribute might be his tremendous on-ball defense. Landen Lech Landen Lech 5'6" | SG Jamestown | 2025 ND (2025) |5-5 G| Jamestown – He is another bright guard for this ECI team. Landen knows the game of basketball well. He has the potential to be a great shooter and a reliable scorer. JB Walters JB Walters 6'3" | PF Grand Forks Central | 2025 ND (2025) |6-2 F| Grand Forks Central – He rebounds the ball hard. JB is a powerful and put-together athlete. He is a strong post player in all areas. Walters is a very important piece for this ECI team. Ben Watson Ben Watson 5'10" | SF Bismarck Legacy | 2025 ND (2025) |5-8 G| Bismarck Legacy – He is a solid perimeter defender. Ben drives and attacks the defense with authority. He is a versatile athlete that will be good in transition. Team Notes from Coach Winczewski: “We are good without a ton of size but have solid guard play and kids that are willing to compete.  We are going to have out effort people.” Schedule Prep Hoops Event #1 (Appleton, WI) April 2-4 Prep Hoops Event #2 (Minneapolis, MN) May 7-9 ECI Spring Preview (Moorhead, MN) May 22-23 Prep Hoops #3 (Omaha, NE) May 28-30 Comets Alliance (St. Cloud, MN) June 24-26 Summer Classic (Sioux Falls, SD) July 16-18