2022 Rankings Update: New Additions Part 2
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Derrick Buggi Derrick Buggi 6'0" | CG Papillion La Vista | 2022 State NE | Papillion La Vista Buggi Jr. proved to be a reliable ball-handler and stout defender at the point of attack in his first season at the…
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Continue ReadingDerrick Buggi Derrick Buggi 6'0" | CG Papillion La Vista | 2022 State NE | Papillion La Vista
Buggi Jr. proved to be a reliable ball-handler and stout defender at the point of attack in his first season at the point for Papillion La Vista. The counting stats won’t jump off the page, but he was a steadying force on the court for his teammates.
Walton Busby Walton Busby 6'0" | SG Omaha Northwest | 2022 State NE | Omaha Northwest
The Huskies point guard is quick in the open floor, and his handle allows him to get where he wants faster than any of his defenders. Defensively, Busby has great hands and he tracks the ball like a free safety.
De’Shawn Higgins-Evans De’Shawn Higgins-Evans 6'1" | SG Omaha North | 2022 State NE | Omaha North
If you’re looking for a dog on defense, Higgins-Evans is your guy. He takes pride in locking his man down, and his teammates feed off his energy and playmaking ability on that end.
Blake Sindelar Blake Sindelar 6'3" | SF Howells-Dodge | 2022 State NE | Howells-Dodge
Sindelar improved signficantly year by year. He had his best shooting season of his career as a senior, shooting 35% from distance on just over 4 attempts per game. The percentage was impressive considering the increased level of difficulty of his shot diet from a season ago.
Ben Hammond Ben Hammond 6'4" | SF Norfolk Catholic | 2022 State NE | Norfolk Catholic
The three-point specialist for the Knights had one of the best shooting seasons in the state this season. Hammond shot 38% on over 7 attempts per game.
Pani Bol Pani Bol 6'3" | SF Bellevue East | 2022 State NE | Bellevue East
Bol is an excellent rebounder for his position. His athleticism helps him get rebounds that most players would not have a chance at. Combine those gifts with his pursuit, and he becomes a menace on the glass.
Ace Moore Ace Moore 6'4" | PF Omaha North | 2022 State NE | Omaha North
There were flashes of great rim protection and rebounding this season for Moore. He was especially effective when helping from the weak side. His timing is solid and is able to contest without fouling.
Max Parker Max Parker 6'6" | PF Ashland-Greenwood | 2022 State NE | Ashland-Greenwood
Parker gave the C1 state champions great energy whenever he was on the court. He crashed the glass, ran the floor, and could step out and hit a three. His spacing opened driving lanes for the Bluejay guards.
Evan Shepard Evan Shepard 6'2" | SG Ashland-Greenwood | 2022 State NE | Ashland-Greenwood
Shepard was the go-to spot-up shooter for Ashland-Greenwood this season. He was a consistent producer for the Bluejays, and he hit the biggest single shot of the high school season in his final game.
EVAN SHEPARD FOR THE WIN!!!
The Ashland-Greenwood Bluejays are your C1 State Champions. #nebpreps pic.twitter.com/eVirDQfWqq
— Prep Hoops Nebraska (@PrepHoopsNE) March 12, 2022
TJ Covington TJ Covington 5'9" | SG Boys Town | 2022 State NE | Boys Town
If a player is able to grab over 5 rebounds per game at 5’9″, they’ve clearly got some heart. Covington is an ultimate competitor, and he played his best basketball as a senior.
Tony Berger Tony Berger 5'11" | PG Riverside | 2022 State NE | Riverside
Berger is a physical player who can finish through contact and move players off their spot. He is an aggressive driver, and he was better at using his rim pressure to create for teammates this season.
Jake Peitz Jake Peitz 6'2" | SF Hartington-Newcastle | 2022 State NE | Hartington-Newcastle
Peitz did a little bit of everything for the Wildcats in his final year. He forced turnovers, rebounded, moved the ball, and knocked his threes at a decent clip.