WDA: Preseason All-Conference Team
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It is getting to be that time of year where it is fun and interesting to make predictions for the upcoming basketball season. Today we are looking at Class-A in North Dakota for the WDA. WDA PRESEASON ALL-CONFERENCE PLAYER OF…
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Continue ReadingIt is getting to be that time of year where it is fun and interesting to make predictions for the upcoming basketball season. Today we are looking at Class-A in North Dakota for the WDA.
WDA PRESEASON ALL-CONFERENCE
PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Treysen Eaglestaff Treysen Eaglestaff 6'5" | SF Bismark | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-5 SF| Bismarck/D1 Minnesota
The UND commit is easily the most gifted player in the WDA. I predict that he scores over 30 ppg. Besides scoring, Trey can set up teammates and handle the rock. He is also a sneaky and clever defender. When the Demons put on the pressure, expect Eaglestaff to create problems with his length, athleticism, and anticipation. Trey is set up for a fantastic senior season at Bismarck.
FIRST-TEAM ALL-WDA
Alex Dvorak Alex Dvorak 6'1" | PG Dickinson | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-0 G| Dickinson/ND Attack
He can go off for 30+ points on any given night. Alex is a gifted and electric player on the offensive end. He is quick and smooth with the ball in his hands. Dvorak is as good as anyone at creating his own shot. Look for Alex to put up huge numbers and to have the Midgets fighting for a top 4 spot in the WDA.
Anthony Doppler Anthony Doppler 6'4" | SG Bismarck Century | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-4 SG| Bismarck Century/ND Phenom
When I watched him this summer he was the best player at the NDSU team camp. He also impressed many this summer in AAU ball. Doppler is an elite scorer and shooter. He is a big, strong, and athletic guard. Anthony can light it up from outside, slash for layups, and post up smaller guards. Look for Doppler to be the 2nd best offensive player behind Eaglestaff.
Darik Dissette Darik Dissette 6'4" | SG Minot | 2023 State #300 Nation ND (2023) |6-3 G/F| Minot/ND Attack
He will be an elite defender this season. Minot could have the two best defenders in the WDA. Darik can lock up on the ball and also play solid team-D. He had a phenomenal showing this summer with ND Attack. Darik has become a real threat from beyond the arc. He has become more consistent and has extended his range. Dissette is another great cutter from Minot and he can finish above the rim. Minot will be ready to compete for a top spot in the WDA.
Eric Wentz Eric Wentz 6'2" | SG Minot | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-3 SG| Minot/ECI
Wentz was one of the best players on his ECI team this summer. He is a timely scorer and a serious threat from beyond the arc. Wentz is great at attacking off the bounce and an even better cutter. Minot plays tough team defense and one of those reasons is because of Wentz. Look for Eric to be a top defender in the WDA. Get ready for a big senior season from Wentz.
Ryan Erikson Ryan Erikson 6'10" | C Bismarck Century | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-8 C| Bismarck Century/ND Phenom
This big man can do it all. He will be a double-double player. Ryan had a great summer with ND Phenom and he showed that he can compete with top talent. I was very impressed with his passing, footwork, and soft shooting touch. Erikson looks like he will be a top big man in the WDA this season.
SECOND-TEAM ALL-WDA
Aaron Grubb Aaron Grubb 6'3" | PF Mandan | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-3 F| Mandan/ND Phenom
- Walking double-double
- Gritty and tough
- Does the little things that make the team better
Garrett Bader Garrett Bader 6'2" | SG Bismarck St. Mary's | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-2 SG| Bismarck St. Mary’s/ND Phenom
- Excellent spot-up 3-point shooter
- Effective in transition
- Crafty/creative finisher
Isaiah Schafer Isaiah Schafer 6'1" | CG Bismarck Century | 2024 State ND (2024) |6-1 G| Bismarck Century/ECI
- All-around skilled
- Great pull-up game
- Improved finishing
Nate Fedorchak Nate Fedorchak 6'1" | SG Bismarck St. Mary's | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 SG| Bismarck St. Mary’s/ND Phenom
- Silky smooth shooting stroke
- Great in transition/playmaker
- Will knock down a ton of triples
Zander Albers Zander Albers 6'5" | PF Bismarck Legacy | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-5 F| Bismarck Legacy/ND Phenom
- Top-notch rim protector
- Athletic rebounder
- Spectacular dunker
HONORABLE-MENTION ALL-WDA
Adam Kallenbach Adam Kallenbach 6'0" | SG Jamestown | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 SG| Jamestown/ND Phenom
Britton Cranston Britton Cranston 5'10" | SG Dickinson | 2022 State ND (2022) |5-8 SG| Dickinson/ND Attack
Ethan Stotz Ethan Stotz 6'1" | SF Bismarck | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 SF| Bismarck
Evan Gross Evan Gross 6'3" | SG Bismarck St. Mary's | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-1 PG| Bismarck St. Mary’s/ND Phenom
Houston Davis Houston Davis 6'4" | SF Turtle Mountain | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-3 SF| Turtle Mountain/ND Attack
Jayden Williams Jayden Williams 5'11" | PG Williston | 2023 ND (2023) |6-2 G| Williston/ECI
Luke Van Berkom Luke Van Berkom 6'8" | PF Jamestown | 2022 State ND (2022) |6-8 PF| Jamestown
William Ware William Ware 6'7" | SF Bismarck Century | 2023 State ND (2023) |6-7 PF| Bismarck Century/ND Phenom