This high school season was unique to say the least. Covid brought an entirely new list of challenges to players, coaches, and programs. The young athletes in our state battled through it and played some amazing basketball. Today, we will honor a Prep Hoops class of 2022 Player of the Year and Honorable Mentions. HONORABLE MENTIONS Jason Drake Jason Drake 6'2" | CG Ferndale | 2022 State MI (CG, Ferndale) Drake was an absolute stud throughout the state playoffs. He was at times, unstoppable. Treyvon Lewis Treyvon Lewis 6'5" | SF Ferndale | 2022 State MI (SF, Ferndale) Lewis had a tremendous season and was a key piece of a deep run in the playoffs. (PG, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s) Rozier is the soul of his team, and that’s saying a lot since he plays on a tremendously deep and talented squad. Carson Sanders Carson Sanders 6'5" | CG Hanover Horton | 2022 State MI (CG, Hanover-Horton) This is an award for Sanders, but the entire Hanover-Horton team can take pride in it. Sanders was the go-to guy on a true team that reached the semifinals. Brady Titus Brady Titus 5'10" | PG Tri-Unity Christian | 2022 State MI (PG, Tri-Unity Christian)] If there was a second place, Titus would win it. He led his team on a terrific run to the state championship game. Kyler Vanderjagt Kyler Vanderjagt 6'4" | SF Northview | 2022 State MI (SG, Northview) Vanderjagt continues to show a terrific upside and the ability to take over games. Keegan Wasilk Keegan Wasilk 6'3" | PG Clarkston | 2022 State MI (PG, Clarkston) Waslik has developed into a terrific leader and his offensive game continues to grow. Chansey Willis Chansey Willis 6'2" | PG Detroit King | 2022 State MI (PG, Detroit King) Willis is one of the top 2 way guards in the state. PLAYER OF THE YEAR Ty Rodgers Ty Rodgers 6'6" | SF Grand Blanc | 2022 #34 Nation IN (SF, Grand Blanc) We know that Ty Rodgers Ty Rodgers 6'6" | SF Grand Blanc | 2022 #34 Nation IN is a superstar and that his name has become a draw both in state and out. He’s an elite finisher, as evidenced by his streak during the season of 21 straight games with a dunk. The streak didn’t end until the state championship game. Speaking of the state championship, Rodgers led Grand Blanc to it’s first ever basketball state title. He was right back at it the following week suiting up for Meanstreets at the Prep Hoops Cirtcuit. He showed strength, athleticism, maturity, and leadership all well beyond his years. The best thing about Ty Rodgers Ty Rodgers 6'6" | SF Grand Blanc | 2022 #34 Nation IN isn’t even his eye popping skill set. It’s the fact that he’s a selfless star that gets as excited, if not more, when he sees his teammates succeed. You can tell there’s a bond there between Rodgers, his teammates, and his coaches. He seems to have a keen understanding that the importance of the game of basketball extends beyond the court. Congratulations to Ty Rodgers Ty Rodgers 6'6" | SF Grand Blanc | 2022 #34 Nation IN on being named the Prep Hoops Michigan Player of the Year for the class of 2022.