Final 8: D3 vs. D4
Yesterday we checked out what a game between stars left in the Division 1 and Division 2 Final 8 would look like. Final 8: D1 vs. D2 Now we’ll do the same for Division 3 verse Division 4. What if…
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Continue ReadingYesterday we checked out what a game between stars left in the Division 1 and Division 2 Final 8 would look like.
Now we’ll do the same for Division 3 verse Division 4. What if we made a team of stars from both of the brackets? What would the teams look like? Who would win the star studded matchup? The only rules: 1) Only 12 players per roster. 2) All 8 teams must be represented. With those rules it won’t be a complete “all-star team”, but more a strategic compilation of terrific players.
I’m going to give you my rosters. Please comment and tell and show us what your version would be as there are no right or wrong answers!
DIVISION 3
Aidan Bellisle (2022, CG, Menominee)
Bellisle is a solid all around athlete that has a knack for finding ways to score the ball.
Dylan Cragg Dylan Cragg 6'4" | SG Grayling | 2022 State MI (2022, SG, Grayling)
Cragg has a dangerous jumper and is a plus defender as well.
Tyler Degroote Tyler Degroote 6'7" | SG Schoolcraft | 2022 State MI (2022, G/F, Schoolcraft)
DeGroote is a physically strong player that can muscle tough buckets as well as play a finesse game.
Jamison Eklund Jamison Eklund 6'5" | PF Pewamo-Westphalia | 2023 State MI (2023, PF, Pewamo-Westphalia)
Eklund is a high IQ basketball player with a very diverse game that makes him very tough to match up with.
Dezmond Glleylen (2023, SG, New Haven)
Gilleylen has been a big time bucket getter as of late for New Haven.
Carmelo Harris Carmelo Harris 6'0" | CG Flint Beecher | 2022 State MI (2022, CG, Flint Beecher)
Harris can play as the primary ball handler and then moves well when it leaves his hand.
Robert Lee Robert Lee 6'2" | SG Flint Beecher | 2023 State MI (2022, G/F, Flint Beecher)
Lee is a silky smooth guard that likes to get his defender on his hip.
Malik Olafioye Malik Olafioye 6'2" | PG Ecorse | 2023 MI (2023, PG, Ecorse)
Olafioye is an elite talent on a national scale. He has the ability to play with anyone in the country.
Ty Rykse Ty Rykse 6'4" | SF Schoolcraft | 2022 State MI (2022, F, Schoolcraft)
Ryske is a beast on the glass and can score from multiple levels.
Ethan Swenson (2022, PF, Bath)
Swenson has been very steady all year for Bath. He’s a leader and a worker on the boards.
DIVISION 4
Uchenna Amene Uchenna Amene 6'2" | PG Detroit Catholic Central | 2024 State MI (2024, PG, Southfield Christian)
Amene has had a big season and has shown a lot of explosiveness offensively.
Dylan Barnowski Dylan Barnowski 6'1" | CG St. Mary's Of Lake Leelanau | 2023 State MI (2023, SG, Lake Leelanau St. Mary’s)
Tate Besteman (2022, C, Rudyard)
Besteman provides toughness on the interior and can defend the paint.
Trenton Boike Trenton Boike 5'10" | PG Genesee Christian | 2023 State MI (2023, PG, Genesee Christian)
Boike is one of the top point guards in Division 4. He’s smart with the ball and has a dangerous jumper with 3 point range.
Jaden Borseth Jaden Borseth 6'3" | CG Ewen-Trout Creek | 2022 State MI (2022, G/F/ Ewen-Trout Creek)
Borseth is a smooth athlete that can get off the ground. His athleticism would be critical in matching up with some size.
Shawn Bramer Shawn Bramer 6'2" | SF St. Mary's Of Lake Leelanau | 2023 State MI (2023, SF, Lake Leelanau St. Mary’s)
Bramer is a terrific all around athlete. This would be valuable in keeping up with high level athletes on the opposing team.
Mike Lividini Mike Lividini 5'9" | PG Southfield Christian | 2023 State MI (2023, PG, Southfield Christian)
Lividini is an old school floor general that sets the tone of the game. He consistently finds open teammates and will bury a triple if you give him space.
Joe Lung (2022, SG, Fulton)
Lung has shown that he can be counted on as a creative high level scorer. He’s finishing his senior season with a bang.
Brady Titus Brady Titus 5'10" | PG Tri-Unity Christian | 2022 State MI (2022, PG, Wyoming Tri-Unity Christian)
Titus is at the tail end of a truly special high school basketball career. He’s one of the most dynamic guards in the state.
Tyler Vanetten Tyler Vanetten 6'0" | SG Lenawee Christian | 2022 State MI (2022, SG, Adrian Lenawee Christian)
VanEtten provides a nice shooter off the wing and a high basketball IQ.