A Bit Too Early ND Class B Power Rankings – 2nd Draft
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Our last rankings came out a couple of months ago. Players and teams have been very busy since then with team camps, tournaments, individual camps, and AAU events. With summer basically over and schools starting across the state, this is…
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Continue ReadingOur last rankings came out a couple of months ago. Players and teams have been very busy since then with team camps, tournaments, individual camps, and AAU events. With summer basically over and schools starting across the state, this is a great time to update our ND Class B Power Rankings for the 2021-2022 season.
1. Enderlin
The Eagles had a very nice summer with team events. They took down many Class A teams and they showed that they can play with the best. On the AAU scene, their individual players looked good and improved. Enderlin will be nearly impossible to match up with because of the Hurlburt’s and Bartholomay. When you add in a top PG with Dixson, you have a top-tier team. Look for Joe to become the leader in ND for career rebounds and to be one of the Mr. Basketball finalists. It is going to be a wild year for the Eagles, they have an awesome schedule lined up with many marquee matchups. It is going to be State Tournament or bust for the Eagles. The hoops season will be here before we know it! CAN”T WAIT!!
Top Players:
Joe Hurlburt Joe Hurlburt 6'10" | PF Enderlin | 2022 State #147 Nation MN (2022) |6-10 F|
Gus Hurlburt Gus Hurlburt 6'9" | PF Enderlin | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-8 F|
Alijah Dixson Alijah Dixson 5'11" | PG Enderlin | 2022 State ND (2022) |5-11 G|
Carson Bartholomay Carson Bartholomay 6'6" | PF Enderlin | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-6 F|
Trey Wall Trey Wall 5'10" | SG Enderlin | 2023 State ND (2023) |5-10 G|
Caden Amerman Caden Amerman 6'4" | PF Enderlin | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-4 F|
2. Four Winds/Minnewaukan
Between Yankton, Pearson, and Deng this team will be as deadly on offense as any team in ND. Expect 4 Winds to be great on defense again this season. The Indian’s pressure, traps, deflections, and tempo give opposing teams fits every year. Get this team on your “must watch list”, they will be spectacular.
Top Players:
Jayden Yankton Jayden Yankton 6'1" | SG Four Winds/Minnewaukan | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 G|
Jacolby Pearson Jacolby Pearson 6'4" | SG Four Winds/Minnewaukan | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-3 G|
Deng Deng Deng Deng 6'5" | SF Four Winds/Minnewaukan | 2024 ND (2024) |6-4 F|
Kelson Keja Kelson Keja 5'7" | PG Four Winds/Minnewaukan | 2023 State ND (2023) |5-5 G|
Dalen Leftbear Dalen Leftbear 6'3" | SF FourWinds/Minnewaukan | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-1 G|
Sheldon Jones Sheldon Jones 6'0" | PF Four Winds/Minnewaukan | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-0 G|
Wade Nestell Wade Nestell 6'0" | SG Four Winds/Minnewaukan | 2024 State ND (2024) |5-10 G|
3. Kindred
The reigning State Champs bring back plenty of size and athleticism. They will once again be a top defensive team in North Dakota. Between Olson, Peraza, and McQuillan the Vikings have a ton of firepower, scoring, and dunking potential. If you like slam dunks and tough defense then you will want to watch the Vikings.
Top Players:
Paul Olson Paul Olson 6'3" | SF Kindred | 2022 State ND (2022) (6-4 G|
Max McQuillan Max McQuillan 6'5" | SG Kindred | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-5 G|
Jaiden Peraza Jaiden Peraza 6'5" | SF Kindred | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-4 F|
Brock Woehl Brock Woehl 5'11" | SG Kindred | 2022 State ND (2022) |5-11 G|
Presley Peraza Presley Peraza 6'6" | PF Kindred | 2025 State ND (2025) |6-4 F|
4. North Border
The Eagles bring back a veteran team that knows how to win. Many of the North Border players played AAU ball and improved over the summer months. They will have their sights set on a Region Championship and a trip to the State Tournament. I am looking forward to watching this talented group of players.
Top Players:
Ayden Stainbrook Ayden Stainbrook 6'5" | SF North Border | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-4 F|
Kyler Moore Kyler Moore 6'1" | SG North Border | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 G|
Jaxen Johnson Jaxen Johnson 6'5" | PF North Border | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-5 F|
Logan Peterson Logan Peterson 5'9" | SG North Border | 2022 State ND (2022) |5-9 G|
TJ Cosley TJ Cosley 6'0" | PG North Border | 2023 State ND (2023) |5-11 G|
Grant Cosley Grant Cosley 6'0" | SG North Border | 2025 State ND (2025) |5-8 G|
5. Beulah
The Miners lost a good amount of talent, but they bring back a likely Mr. Basketball candidate with Brandt. They will also have another talented guard with Skalsky. Beulah will go as far as their two senior guards can take them. Expect them to compete for another Region Championship.
Top Players:
Trey Brandt Trey Brandt 6'1" | PG Beulah | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 G|
Trapper Skalsky Trapper Skalsky 6'0" | SG Beulah | 2022 State ND |6-0 G|
6. Shiloh Christian
Look for the Skyhawks to be the favorites to make State again in Region-5. The Skyhawks will be very big up front with Wanzek and Englund. They seem to reload every year and fill any open spots with talent. Englund will be one of the best seniors in Class B. Expect Shiloh to be a top team again this year.
Top Players:
Carter Englund Carter Englund 6'7" | PF Shiloh Christian | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-6 F|
Jay Wanzek Jay Wanzek 6'7" | PF Shiloh Christian | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-5 F|
Caden Englund Caden Englund 6'2" | CG Shiloh Christian | 2025 State ND (2025) |6-0 G/F|
7. Hillsboro/Central Valley
A very athletic team that brings back a load of talent. The Burros came on strong in the second half of the season last year. I expect them to pick up right where they left off. Look for forwards Limke and Brandt to be beasts inside for the Burros.
Top Players:
Gannon Limke Gannon Limke 6'6" | PF Hillsboro/Central Valley | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-6 F|
Jacob Brandt Jacob Brandt 6'10" | PF Hillsboro/Central Valley | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-8 F|
Parker Gallagher Parker Gallagher 5'10" | SG Hillsboro/Central Valley | 2022 State ND (2022) |5-10 G|
8. Dunseith
The Dragons will be an exciting team to watch in the coming season. There will be no shortage of offense for Dunseith. They will put up a ton of points and play fast and furious. Look for Morin to be the Dragons leading scorer and go-to guy. They will have plenty of other players that can get the job done as well.
Top Players:
Ethan Morin Ethan Morin 6'2" | SG Dunseith | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 G|
Jalen Poitra Jalen Poitra 6'2" | SG Dunseith | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-2 G|
Chad Parisien Jr. (2022) |5-10 G|
9. LaMoure/Litchville-Marion
A tough, disciplined, patient, athletic, and gritty team. Potts will be the lead guard but they have plenty of help to go along with him. Look for LLM to win many games this season and to be the favorite in Region-3.
Top Players:
Corban Potts Corban Potts 6'3" | PG LaMoure/Litchville-Marion | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-4 G|
Landon Piehl Landon Piehl 6'1" | SG LaMoure/Litchville-Marion | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 G|
Colton Ness Colton Ness 6'2" | SG LaMoure/Litchville-Marion | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-2 G|
Max Musland Max Musland 6'4" | SG LaMoure-Litchville/Marion | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-3 G|
Tate Mart Tate Mart 5'10" | SG LaMoure/Litchville-Marion | 2023 State ND (2023) |5-11 G|
Carter Bowman Carter Bowman 6'1" | SF LaMoure-Litchville/Marion | 2024 ND (2024) |6-2 F|
10. Des Lacs Burlington
Yale and Mayo are two of the best BIGS in the state. When you add in a super athletic Olson the Lakers will be a scary team. Watch out for this young and talented team. They will have a size and athletic advantage on every team they match up against.
Top Players:
Carson Yale Carson Yale 6'9" | PF Des Lacs Burlington | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-8 F|
Will Mayo Will Mayo 6'6" | PF Surrey | 2023 State ND (2023) | 6-6 F|
Rylan Olson Rylan Olson 6'5" | SG Des Lacs Burlington | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-2 G|
Ty Hughes Ty Hughes 6'0" | SG Des Lacs Burlington | 2024 State ND (2024) |5-11 G|