Recruiting: Class of 2017 and Beyond

[NDSUstudent]

Way past time for a new recruiting thread....

Class of 2017

Verbal

http://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/trib.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/4/b0/4b0b6cde-3d1f-5487-96c4-8b7ab0b828a8/554c3e9e2ae07.image.jpg
Chris Quayle (http://rustlerathletics.com/Chris_Quayle)
Riverton, WY(Central Wyoming College) 6'5 G

http://www.thedickinsonpress.com/sites/default/files/styles/16x9_860/public/field/image/0128%20Meidinger.jpg?itok=fv3wx0t1
Jordan Meidinger (http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/jordan-meidinger)
Dickinson, ND 6'11 C

http://middletontimes.com/sites/default/files/styles/article_image_full_node/public/field/image/eady-web.jpg
Tyree Eady (http://www.scout.com/player/212618-tyree-eady)
Middleton, WI 6'6 SF

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/544a723ce4b07cc3c5062448/5824a2d903596e12ef331732/5824a2da197aea06e0bf1b53/1478795994542/college+athletic+signing+fall+2016+jackson+rocky+k reuser.jpg
Rocky Kreuser (http://www.scout.com/player/210995-rocky-kreuser)
Minneapolis(Totino-Grace), MN 6'9 PF

https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/844394446611460098/WJCL8Pma.jpg
Nhamdi Van Dulm (http://kfgo.com/news/articles/2017/may/10/bison-mens-basketball-signs-nnamdi-van-dulm/)
West Allis(Lake Land College, IL), WI 6'5 G

Interest

Siman Sem (http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/siman-sem)
Fargo(North), ND 6'2 G

Dedoch Chan (https://rivals.n.rivals.com/content/prospects/maple/178654)
Albert Lea, MN 6-7 PF

Myles Hanson (https://rivals.n.rivals.com/content/prospects/maple/178652)
Chaska, MN 6'5 F

Logan Strom (https://rivals.n.rivals.com/content/prospects/maple/184574)
Norfolk, NE 6'8 PF

McKinley Wright (http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/recruiting/player-McKinley-Wright-171444)
Champlin(Champlin Park), MN 6'0 PG

Theo John (http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/recruiting/player-Theo-John-163872)
Champlin(Champlin Park), MN 6'9 PF

Ishmael El-Amin (http://247sports.com/Player/Ishmael-El-Amin-79485)
Minnetonka(Hopkins), MN 6'1 PG
https://twitter.com/RyanJamesMN/status/581498695364939776

Jordan Horn (http://www.scout.com/player/203586-jordan-horn?s=564)
Oakdale, MN 6'3 G

Aanen Moody (https://twitter.com/PrepHoopsDakota/status/582545975211737088)
Dickinson, ND 6'3 G

Wyatt Carr (https://twitter.com/PrepHoopsDakota/status/582545629366259712)
Hazen, ND 6'4 G/F

Nathan Reuvers (http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/nathan-reuvers)
Lakeville(North), MN 6'9 PF

Braxton Bertolette (http://www.scout.com/player/205496-braxton-bertolette/recruiting?year=2016)
Fort Collins(Fossil Ridge HS), CO 6'2 G

Class of 2018

Offer
http://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/aberdeennews.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/8/1b/81bad99c-cda3-5466-a11e-b0c92c97f073/54a7929039f65.image.jpg
Cole Bergan (http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/cole-bergan)
Aberdeen(Central), SD 6'5 F

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CX_A0bbUAAAiZvx.jpg
Joseph Hedstrom (http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/joseph-hedstrom)
Minnetonka(Hopkins), MN 6'8 F

http://www.gannett-cdn.com/-mm-/57e4a4abec0931e4155290233bf5e30ff2577162/c=94-0-1905-1362&r=x408&c=540x405/local/-/media/2015/12/08/StCloud/StCloud/635852098388211363-Tech-vs.-Apollo-BBB-3.jpg
Brevyn Spann-Ford (http://www.scout.com/player/208049-brevyn-spann-ford/news?year=2017)
St Cloud(Tech), MN 6'7 F

Interest
De'Sean Eikens (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/5009921/desean-eikens)
Williston, ND 6'5 F

J.C. Butler (https://rivals.n.rivals.com/content/prospects/maple/187258)
Racine, WI 6'4 G

Kanon Koster (http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/kanon-koster)
Kearney, NE 6'3 SF

For more info check out Bisonation.info (http://bisonation.info/category/mens-basketball-offers-and-commitments/)

[NDSUstudent]

Scholarship Breakdown

Seniors(2)
Carlin Dupree
Dexter Werner(RS)

Juniors(2)
Paul Miller
A.J. Jacobson(RS)

Sophomores(3)
Khy Kabellis
Dylan Miller
Spencer Eliason

Freshmen(2)
Deng Gue(RS)
Cameron Hunter

2017 Incoming(5)
Jordan Meidinger
Tyree Eady
Rocky Kreuser
Chris Quayle(JUCO transfer)
Nnamdi Van Dulm(JUCO transfer)

1 open scholarships to work with

[Mr. Burgundy]

Nobody will believe me now...but when Jordan officially signs...it will be like...HOW THE HECK DID NDSU SIGN HIM????? I cannot wait.

[ByeSonBusiness]

Nobody will believe me now...but when Jordan officially signs...it will be like...HOW THE HECK DID NDSU SIGN HIM????? I cannot wait.

6' 11"? Good Lord.

[Bison_Pyro]

6' 11"? Good Lord.


Nobody will believe me now...but when Jordan officially signs...it will be like...HOW THE HECK DID NDSU SIGN HIM????? I cannot wait.

Have not seen him play, is he coordinated or still working on that?

[Bisonville GasMan]

Nobody will believe me now...but when Jordan officially signs...it will be like...HOW THE HECK DID NDSU SIGN HIM????? I cannot wait.

I, for one, would ask that question.

[ndsubison1]

Nobody will believe me now...but when Jordan officially signs...it will be like...HOW THE HECK DID NDSU SIGN HIM????? I cannot wait.

Love the development potential with him. Guessing his best years are ahead of him!

[bisonfan08]

Nobody will believe me now...but when Jordan officially signs...it will be like...HOW THE HECK DID NDSU SIGN HIM????? I cannot wait.

I believe you now, my only concern is he realizes that before he officially signs and comes to NDSU and ends up elsewhere but my fingers are definitely crossed. 6'11" as a sophomore, obviously still growing a little and learning how to use that gigantic frame of his. If he can put on a little weight by time he graduates and get a year in our program redshirting and adding muscle and honing his skills he could end up dominating the Summit league which would be awesome.

[bruinbison]

Was looking for a 6' 11" player on this Dickinson roster,
but could not find one. What did you say his name was???

3. Chase Ballard 10 Guard 6'1"
4 Colin Roller 12 Guard 5'11"
5 Aanen Moody 11 Guard 6'3"
10 Cameron Jorda 11 Guard 5'11"
12 Isaac Egli 11 Guard 6'1"
20 Shawn Steffan 11 Guard 6'2"
21 Elijah Jung 11 Center 6'2"
23 Tanner Ouellette 11 Guard 6'1"
24 Tanner Davidson 12 Guard 6'1"
25 Wyatt Kainz 12 Center 6'4"
10 Conner Hoenke 10 Guard 5'9"
33 Jacob Weidner 12 Center 6'2"
42 Tanner Binstock 12 Center 6'3"
44 Jordan Meidinger 11 Center 7'0"

[bruinbison]

Has anyone watched Lake Park-Audubon play? 15 game winning streak.
They have a 6' 10" junior center, Jesse Bergh. 21 ppg, 11 rpg, 4 blk/ game
Shooting 65% on the season.

http://www.inforum.com/sports/3939610-murphy-winning-streak-has-lake-park-audubon-boys-basketball-thinking-big

Lake Park Audubon now 19-4 on the season, Jesse Bergh with 26 points.

http://www.inforum.com/sports/3941700-6-foot-10-center-leads-lake-park-audubon-15th-straight-win

[NDSUstudent]

Ndsu committed junior Jordan Meidinger had 23 points including 2 dunks, 10 boards, and 3 blocks. @J0rdanMeidinger @NDSUonScout


https://twitter.com/PrepHoopsDakota/status/695974997312061440

[tjbison]

not a BBall recruiting nut, so sorry for the dumb question but when can the 2017 kids sign?

[NDSUstudent]

not a BBall recruiting nut, so sorry for the dumb question but when can the 2017 kids sign?

In the fall...I think sometime in November.

[tjbison]

In the fall...I think sometime in November.
Is Jordan getting any other looks NDSU should be worried about?

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[silkamilkamonico]

Is Jordan getting any other looks NDSU should be worried about?

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I'm sure he will in due time if he isn't, especially if he plays AAU in the summer.

[SDSUAlum08]

From Ryan James:

Former NDSU commit Siman Sem had a big Friday night. Sem is a 2017 shooting guard


Was this kid once committed to NDSU? What happened there? I know nothing about him.

Edit: Nevermind. I did some more searching and just saw he's just keeping his options open.

[silkamilkamonico]

From Ryan James:

Former NDSU commit Siman Sem had a big Friday night. Sem is a 2017 shooting guard


Was this kid once committed to NDSU? What happened there? I know nothing about him.

Edit: Nevermind. I did some more searching and just saw he's just keeping his options open.

I believe that was a mutual parting.

[bruinbison]

Has anyone watched Lake Park-Audubon play? 15 game winning streak.
They have a 6' 10" junior center, Jesse Bergh. 21 ppg, 11 rpg, 4 blk/ game
Shooting 65% on the season.

http://www.inforum.com/sports/3939610-murphy-winning-streak-has-lake-park-audubon-boys-basketball-thinking-big

Lake Park Audubon now 19-4 on the season, Jesse Bergh with 26 points.

http://www.inforum.com/sports/3941700-6-foot-10-center-leads-lake-park-audubon-15th-straight-win

Sounds like Bergh is late to start playing the game, Dom saying in this
video that the 6' 10" Bergh walked in the gym last season and asked to play
(what a problem for a new Coach at a small school to have :)).

http://www.wday.com/sports/high-school/3943453-red-hot-raiders-lake-park-audubon-riding-win-streak

[Mr Meaty]

Sounds like Bergh is late to start playing the game, Dom saying in this
video that the 6' 10" Bergh walked in the gym last season and asked to play
(what a problem for a new Coach at a small school to have :)).

http://www.wday.com/sports/high-school/3943453-red-hot-raiders-lake-park-audubon-riding-win-streak
So no one saw him around school before that and asked him to play? Lake Park is a bigger school than I thought. lol

[cbline]

Sounds like Bergh is late to start playing the game, Dom saying in this
video that the 6' 10" Bergh walked in the gym last season and asked to play
(what a problem for a new Coach at a small school to have :)).

http://www.wday.com/sports/high-school/3943453-red-hot-raiders-lake-park-audubon-riding-win-streak

I'm from Lake Park and have gone to quite a few games this year. A couple things about Jesse:

1. Home-schooled kid, so never played any school-based basketball until he literally just showed up at the start of his 10th grade season.

2. Was growing like the proverbial weed last year in 10th grade and had knee & endurance issues due to that phenomenal growth spurt. MUCH different this year: plays more smoothly without the pain and able to play many more minutes per night, so his endurance is great to see. Last home game I saw he played all but the last few minutes, so about a 33 minute night for him.

3. With 1 1/2 years of coaching, his skills have improved greatly. Getting a nice touch on his jump shot & using the backboard. Averaging 20+ points per game, but the most dunks I have seen in a game from him are 2, so he does not rely on that for scoring. Can make some sharp passes from the high post when double-teamed: the give-and-go and passing to someone making the backside cut to the basket.

No way do I claim to be a judge of talent, I'll leave that to the professionals. But, I suspect that Jesse will be playing somewhere after high school. A redshirt freshman year would do him good to bulk up, get stronger, and improve his fundamentals. Remember, this kid has been coached for only 1 1/2 years.

Until then, enjoy the ride! Raiders are on a 16 game winning streak as of February 9th!

[Mr Meaty]

I'm from Lake Park and have gone to quite a few games this year. A couple things about Jesse:

1. Home-schooled kid, so never played any school-based basketball until he literally just showed up at the start of his 10th grade season.

2. Was growing like the proverbial weed last year in 10th grade and had knee & endurance issues due to that phenomenal growth spurt. MUCH different this year: plays more smoothly without the pain and able to play many more minutes per night, so his endurance is great to see. Last home game I saw he played all but the last few minutes, so about a 33 minute night for him.

3. With 1 1/2 years of coaching, his skills have improved greatly. Getting a nice touch on his jump shot & using the backboard. Averaging 20+ points per game, but the most dunks I have seen in a game from him are 2, so he does not rely on that for scoring. Can make some sharp passes from the high post when double-teamed: the give-and-go and passing to someone making the backside cut to the basket.

No way do I claim to be a judge of talent, I'll leave that to the professionals. But, I suspect that Jesse will be playing somewhere after high school. A redshirt freshman year would do him good to bulk up, get stronger, and improve his fundamentals. Remember, this kid has been coached for only 1 1/2 years.

Until then, enjoy the ride! Raiders are on a 16 game winning streak as of February 9th!

Great info on him. Just getting his feet wet into basketball. Wish him all the best and hope he continues to improve and if possible a spot at NDSU if it is right for both him and the school.

[BisonNation11]

Can anyone imagine a lineup with Bergh and Meidinger? Surround those guys with some long range shooters and a slasher and you have the makings of a very dangerous team! You can't teach height, but you can teach basketball. Bring them home Coach!

[Kujava23]

I'm from Lake Park and have gone to quite a few games this year. A couple things about Jesse:

1. Home-schooled kid, so never played any school-based basketball until he literally just showed up at the start of his 10th grade season.

2. Was growing like the proverbial weed last year in 10th grade and had knee & endurance issues due to that phenomenal growth spurt. MUCH different this year: plays more smoothly without the pain and able to play many more minutes per night, so his endurance is great to see. Last home game I saw he played all but the last few minutes, so about a 33 minute night for him.

3. With 1 1/2 years of coaching, his skills have improved greatly. Getting a nice touch on his jump shot & using the backboard. Averaging 20+ points per game, but the most dunks I have seen in a game from him are 2, so he does not rely on that for scoring. Can make some sharp passes from the high post when double-teamed: the give-and-go and passing to someone making the backside cut to the basket.

No way do I claim to be a judge of talent, I'll leave that to the professionals. But, I suspect that Jesse will be playing somewhere after high school. A redshirt freshman year would do him good to bulk up, get stronger, and improve his fundamentals. Remember, this kid has been coached for only 1 1/2 years.

Until then, enjoy the ride! Raiders are on a 16 game winning streak as of February 9th!

I'm happy for him to have found basketball and experiencing some success. I hope he drives him to want to get better and put in the time.

BUT---does he have BB IQ and understands the game? I understand only been coached last year and a half, but does he have a mastery of the fundamentals? Can he score with both hands around the hoop? Is he a smart defender given his height?

There is so much more to just being BIG and had some success at HS level to project or predict will translate to college basketball
1. PUT IN the CORRECT Work to get better
2. Want to get better
3. Good enough to play D1 basketball

Again, I hope kid loves basketball and has fun playing it----BUT lets settle down on projecting/predicting he will play college basketball because he is big

Mind you---I've NEVER seen him play;

[wagsabison]

I'm happy for him to have found basketball and experiencing some success. I hope he drives him to want to get better and put in the time.

BUT---does he have BB IQ and understands the game? I understand only been coached last year and a half, but does he have a mastery of the fundamentals? Can he score with both hands around the hoop? Is he a smart defender given his height?

There is so much more to just being BIG and had some success at HS level to project or predict will translate to college basketball
1. PUT IN the CORRECT Work to get better
2. Want to get better
3. Good enough to play D1 basketball

Again, I hope kid loves basketball and has fun playing it----BUT lets settle down on projecting/predicting he will play college basketball because he is big

Mind you---I've NEVER seen him play;

I've watched him play a couple times and from what I understand his improvement from last year to this year is due to the hard work he put in over the last year (much better player now). He is 6'10" or whatever but has very good touch around the basket and has some pretty good low post moves. When he gets the ball in the low post he's deadly. Granted it's against shorter opponents but still impressive. He's a decent free throw shooter for a big man too. It'll be interesting to see how his improvement is into next year. I would agree that he will be playing basketball somewhere after high school. I think if you would have watched him play you'd agree.

[HuskerBizon]

To my knowledge, passed along with an individual with more knowledge of the kid, he was playing ball at the DL rec center. The DL coach wanted him to come play for him however his parents said no. Sounds like hes played quite a bit of pickup ball which would lead me to imagine he has some sort of basketball IQ.

[Grizzled]

Can anyone imagine a lineup with Bergh and Meidinger? Surround those guys with some long range shooters and a slasher and you have the makings of a very dangerous team! You can't teach height, but you can teach basketball. Bring them home Coach!

I watched Meidinger play last week vs. Century. 0 points and only a couple boards for a 6'11" kid in North Dakota. Not sure if it was an off night or not but the kid still has a ways to go.

[bruinbison]

Feb 20th



Ryan James – ‏@RyanJamesMN

Weston Baker-McGrath of Marshall/MN Fury will be a guest for NDSU today. Weston is a 2017 PF @YaBoii_Wes



Weston Baker-McGrath (Marshall MN) (6' 7" 210 PF)
Baker-McGrath is teammates in basketball with Drew Hmielewski, who was
a 2016 NDSU offer in football (6' 3" WR) (Minnesota Gopher signee).

6'5" Myles Hanson (Chaska) was a guest at Minnesota (2017 NDSU interest)

[bruinbison]

Nathan Reuvers (2017) article, including recent visit to Creighton and
Coach McDermott
http://www.gopherhole.com/news_article/show/614821?referrer_id=388419

The 6' 10" Reuvers' offer list includes Creighton, Green Bay, Santa Clara, SDSU & DePaul

[bruinbison]

WDAY video on Lake Park Audubon and Jesse Bergh.

http://www.wday.com/sports/high-school/3958491-journey-tourney-learning-go-bergh-shines-lake-park-audubon#

[cbline]

Interesting game tonight (the 29th), 7:00 at Concordia. LPA and its 22-4 record against undefeated Hillcrest. Someone will go home very disappointed, but that is the nature of tournaments!

[wagsabison]

LPA won 80-63. Bergh had 26 points. Another good player for LPA had 25. Hillcrest had a kid who scored 23 in the first half and ended up with 30. LPA plays Friday night on the CW out of fargo if anyone is interested in watching.

[cbline]

LPA won 80-63. Bergh had 26 points. Another good player for LPA had 25. Hillcrest had a kid who scored 23 in the first half and ended up with 30. LPA plays Friday night on the CW out of fargo if anyone is interested in watching.

The other player with 25 was Mitch Hall. With defenses trying to collapse on Jesse in the middle, Mitch has responded very well the last few weeks with openings on the outside. Plus, Mitch's free throw shooting has been great down the stretches of games. Hillcrest came out hot last night, leading 23-10 after the first 7 minutes, but LPA outscored them 70 to 40 after that.

[Tony Almeida]

With all this talk about Bergh and others, are we actually recruiting these kids?

[HandoEX]

Bergh dominated tonight's game to send LPA to state. He appears to be be a project to me. Chad Walthall was at the game tonight, I'm assuming to watch Bergh.

[bruinbison]

Nathan Reuvers (2017) article, including recent visit to Creighton and
Coach McDermott
http://www.gopherhole.com/news_article/show/614821?referrer_id=388419

The 6' 10" Reuvers' offer list includes Creighton, Green Bay, Santa Clara, SDSU & DePaul

Reuvers adds a Wisconsin offer.....oh well.....
Had already blown up as a recruit.
On the good news front, see where MSU-Moorhead is getting
another Sevlie, Joe, who is 6' 7".

[cbline]

Bergh dominated tonight's game to send LPA to state. He appears to be be a project to me. Chad Walthall was at the game tonight, I'm assuming to watch Bergh.

True, a project, but he has played only two seasons of organized basketball. Go, Raiders!

[goldenshower]

True, a project, but he has played only two seasons of organized basketball. Go, Raiders!

LPA lucked out and is able to avoid Minneapolis North until the championship...hope they have a good showing!

[cbline]

LPA lucked out and is able to avoid Minneapolis North until the championship...hope they have a good showing!

Who knows, maybe LPA is the sleeper since they did not crack into the Top 10 rankings all year. We shall see.

[goldenshower]

Who knows, maybe LPA is the sleeper since they did not crack into the Top 10 rankings all year. We shall see.

Maybe??? I've seen north play twice this year and they are deep, athletic, pretty big, and play above the rim. I personally don't understand how North is 1A, they have played and lost competitive games to ranked 4A schools (lost to Hopkins by 2 lost to Champlin Park by 13, theo John is arguably the best big man in the state and they controlled him pretty well).

I'm a gambling man and will take North and give you the field...I love the LPA pride though

[cbline]

Maybe??? I've seen north play twice this year and they are deep, athletic, pretty big, and play above the rim. I personally don't understand how North is 1A, they have played and lost competitive games to ranked 4A schools (lost to Hopkins by 2 lost to Champlin Park by 13, theo John is arguably the best big man in the state and they controlled him pretty well).

I'm a gambling man and will take North and give you the field...I love the LPA pride though

I give LPA, or any other team, not much of a chance to win it all versus Minneapolis North. Obviously open enrollment can be used to a distinct advantage in the Twin Cities when they recruit (excuse me, I think "enroll" is the proper term) players who are maybe riding the pine in the large high schools.

[goldenshower]

I give LPA, or any other team, not much of a chance to win it all versus Minneapolis North. Obviously open enrollment can be used to a distinct advantage in the Twin Cities when they recruit (excuse me, I think "enroll" is the proper term) players who are maybe riding the pine in the large high schools.

Maybe, guess I haven't heard that with North...

[EndZoneQB]

Maybe, guess I haven't heard that with North...

Yeah, wait...what? Maybe I'm missing something, but North is usually one of those schools that kids transfer out of...I take it you have never been to North Minneapolis? And I'm not talking about NE.

[goldenshower]

Yeah, wait...what? Maybe I'm missing something, but North is usually one of those schools that kids transfer out of...I take it you have never been to North Minneapolis? And I'm not talking about NE.

you aren't missing anything-the other guy was implying kids from bigger schools transfer in rather than riding the pine. I hadn't heard that, I wouldn't assume that too many parents would approve of open enrolling their kid to North for athletics but the other guy might have inside info?

I have been to North, I went to the Hopkins game that north nearly won. Great atmosphere, had a great time. Tyler Johnson is an absolute stud!

[EndZoneQB]

you aren't missing anything-the other guy was implying kids from bigger schools transfer in rather than riding the pine. I hadn't heard that, I wouldn't assume that too many parents would approve of open enrolling their kid to North for athletics but the other guy might have inside info?

I have been to North, I went to the Hopkins game that north nearly won. Great atmosphere, had a great time. Tyler Johnson is an absolute stud!

Sorry, that never been to North wasn't directed at you. I'm sure the game was great, it was more a comment about North Minneapolis the area of town.

[goldenshower]

Sorry, that never been to North wasn't directed at you. I'm sure the game was great, it was more a comment about North Minneapolis the area of town.

Lol no worries, I agree with what your saying...rough area--not a place to go on vacation

[westnodak93bison]

Lol no worries, I agree with what your saying...rough area--not a place to go on vacation
Or ever unless you need some stuff.
.. or are a thrill seeker wanting to say you actual did dodge a bullet

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[bajadanny]

How good are the big guys coming back next year?
Going to need someone to combat that big guy from sdsu

[Mr. Burgundy]

the 7 footer (Junior) that we have coming from Dickinson plays tomorrow night against Davies. He is really developing quickly. Also keep an eye on Moody kid.

[Bison"FANatic"]

How good are the big guys coming back next year?
Going to need someone to combat that big guy from sdsu

Isn't that the truth otherwise it is going to be Daumit all year long for the next 3 years.

[Grizzled]

the 7 footer (Junior) that we have coming from Dickinson plays tomorrow night against Davies. He is really developing quickly. Also keep an eye on Moody kid.

For a 7 footer he has been too inconsistent this year. No reason a 6'10" kid in ND should have multiple games with under 5 rebounds. The points I can see since Glasser gives Moody the green light to shoot when he crosses half court.

[Mr. Burgundy]

so a kid who started to play basketball late and is 7 feet should be polished? You may want to call Kentucky and Duke...because that is who would get him. He apparently has been a great kid and really works hard. Better than that, he WANTS to be a Bison. It is hard to get any post into a mid major, this could be our best chance ever at a bigtime big man. I am sure there are some growing pains in his basketball development. No big man is perfect at age 16-17.

[HoopsBison]

Coaches checking out the MN state tournament for talent, the work never stops. 6'10 Sophomore Joe Hedstom holds a Bison offer. Hopkins has super talented team so Joe doesn't play a ton but does make a difference when he does get in. Very aggressive and attacks.

[bruinbison]

the 7 footer (Junior) that we have coming from Dickinson plays tomorrow night against Davies. He is really developing quickly. Also keep an eye on Moody kid.

Jordan Meidinger article, he is up against Fargo Davies 6' 6" JR Jake Paper today at 6:00 in the state tourney.
Meidinger had averaged 9.6 ppg, 7.2 rpg during the regular season.

http://www.thedickinsonpress.com/sports/midgets/3983369-jordan-meidinger-big-piece-midgets-boys-basketball-team-competing-state#



If Meidinger performs how he did in three West Region Tournament games last week, where he had a double-double and an unofficial triple-double with points, rebounds and blocks, the Midgets will be a tough out for any team, regardless of seed.

[balla45]

so a kid who started to play basketball late and is 7 feet should be polished? You may want to call Kentucky and Duke...because that is who would get him. He apparently has been a great kid and really works hard. Better than that, he WANTS to be a Bison. It is hard to get any post into a mid major, this could be our best chance ever at a bigtime big man. I am sure there are some growing pains in his basketball development. No big man is perfect at age 16-17.

Agreed. NDSU got a steal. I know with 100% certainty that an ACC school has shown interest. Jordan is going to be a pro. He made a played in the WDA tournament that just screamed that he could be high major. Wow NDSU got a steal.

[balla45]

so a kid who started to play basketball late and is 7 feet should be polished? You may want to call Kentucky and Duke...because that is who would get him. He apparently has been a great kid and really works hard. Better than that, he WANTS to be a Bison. It is hard to get any post into a mid major, this could be our best chance ever at a bigtime big man. I am sure there are some growing pains in his basketball development. No big man is perfect at age 16-17.

Agreed. NDSU got a steal. I know with 100% certainty that an ACC school has shown interest. Jordan is going to be a pro. He made a played in the WDA tournament that just screamed that he could be high major. Wow NDSU got a steal.

[Bison"FANatic"]

Wow NDSU got a steal.

If we can hold the verbal. Unfortunately I don't trust much for early verbals until the fax is sent in with the signature. I really hope we keep him.

[Mr. Burgundy]

Like I said before, when it is all said and done, we will look back and say...how the heck did we land him. You don't find 7 footers who can run and jump like this. Literally developing daily. Gym rat too. GOing to be fun. We are extremely tied in with his staff. He cannot wait to be a Bison. Hope it sticks, as he is a good one.

Anyone know how to watch that game tonight at 6PM? tell me it is on TV. Davies is fun to watch. Klabo kid is a stud. Only a 9th grader, you know he is going to fill out. If he is open, he makes it.

[ndsubison1]

Like I said before, when it is all said and done, we will look back and say...how the heck did we land him. You don't find 7 footers who can run and jump like this. Literally developing daily. Gym rat too. GOing to be fun. We are extremely tied in with his staff. He cannot wait to be a Bison. Hope it sticks, as he is a good one.

Anyone know how to watch that game tonight at 6PM? tell me it is on TV. Davies is fun to watch. Klabo kid is a stud. Only a 9th grader, you know he is going to fill out. If he is open, he makes it.

http://www.wday.com/sports/3983797-watch-live-100-pm-ndhsaa-super-state-basketball-tournament

596 on Midco

[cbline]

Minneapolis North racked up an 80-27 win in the opening game of the Class A bracket. Wow. They just might be able to name the score of their games this weekend.

[bruinbison]

Dickinson should try and get a basketball game scheduled (tournament?)
against Esko, Minnesota, next season. The 7' Meidinger could play against a
7' 2" center, Adam Trapp (2018). Trapp averaged 14.3 ppg, 7.1 rpg, 3.9 blk
this season. He already holds offers from Iowa and DePaul.

[wagsabison]

You can watch the MN state tournament here

http://prepspotlight.tv/

Looks like most the games are streamable

[goldenshower]

Bergh has a really long way to go to be considered a d1 basketball player...might need to fight a bear or date a chick that cheats on him so he can get angry. The young man just lacks aggression on the defensive end and on the glass. Can tell e's used to playing soft competition...

[Tony Almeida]

For those that have seen both Meidinger and Bergh play, who is the better overall player at this point?

[ndsubison1]

Davies Dickinson on WDAY Extra right now. Moody has 19 pts in 13 minutes

[westnodak93bison]

Davies Dickinson on WDAY Extra right now. Moody has 19 pts in 13 minutes
Heard from an old guy in Dickinson today that Moody has knee problems.

Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

[ndsubison1]

Moody is really impressive. Meidingers had some nice rebounds

[Bison"FANatic"]

Watching Meidinger I catch myself going wow did he just do that then dang what was he trying to do. Then I remember he is just a junior in High School. He shows flashes of being really good. Lots of work to do but dang he could be a interesting player at our level.

[ndsubison1]

Watching Meidinger I catch myself going wow did he just do that then dang what was he trying to do. Then I remember he is just a junior in High School. He shows flashes of being really good. Lots of work to do but dang he could be a interesting player at our level.

Yeah needs to get stronger with the ball. Dickinson was down 7 under a minute and now headed to Ot

[Tony Almeida]

Watched my first Dickinson High basketball game and my thoughts on Meidinger is he definitely needs a lot of work...I would like to see him be a little more aggressive on rebounds, his vertical is not quite there yet either. At 7 ft in high school basketball in North Dakota, rebounding shouldn't be a problem...

Aanan Moody is going to be a great college player, I didn't realize he was only a junior...I hope we keep an eye on him. He's good at driving to the rim and finishing, has a nice shot and can make free throws and is pretty quick for his size.

With that said, Dickinson is a poorly coached team, they got all that talent on the team but lack discipline on both sides of the court...you could tell Davies was better coached and that was the difference in the game.

...And again, this was my first game I've watched.

[Grizzled]

Watched my first Dickinson High basketball game and my thoughts on Meidinger is he definitely needs a lot of work...I would like to see him be a little more aggressive on rebounds, his vertical is not quite there yet either. At 7 ft in high school basketball in North Dakota, rebounding shouldn't be a problem...

With that said, Dickinson is a poorly coached team, they got all that talent on the team but lack discipline on both sides of the court...you could tell Davies was better coached and that was the difference in the game.

...And again, this was my first game I've watched.

He needs a ton of work. Even if he's only 17 there is no reason a 6'10" kid shouldn't dominate the glass but this has been an issue for him going back to JV. There is a reason he didn't get a ton of varsity minutes last season.

As far as coaching, have to get the parents out of the kids ears. It happens everywhere but from my understanding, a few in the program are tough to deal with.

[wagsabison]

Bergh has a really long way to go to be considered a d1 basketball player...might need to fight a bear or date a chick that cheats on him so he can get angry. The young man just lacks aggression on the defensive end and on the glass. Can tell e's used to playing soft competition...

I've watched him play a handful of times and agree. On the rebounding and defensive end, seems like his reaction time is a bit slow and is need of improvement there. Offensively he can score and is good around the basket. He made a big improvement over last summer to this year and time will tell if he can make another big jump.

[Bison"FANatic"]

He needs a ton of work. Even if he's only 17 there is no reason a 6'10" kid shouldn't dominate the glass but this has been an issue for him going back to JV. There is a reason he didn't get a ton of varsity minutes last season.

As far as coaching, have to get the parents out of the kids ears. It happens everywhere but from my understanding, a few in the program are tough to deal with.

In the time I was able to watch of him he yesterday and talking to a few people from out west he seems like he is able to get his hands on the ball but couldn't hold on. He seemed to try to tip it up and out instead of grabbing it and taking control. A year of intensive college coaching has the possibility of turning him into a good player. He should eat ND high school basketball teams up inside and it has to be a not exactly red flag but a yellow flag that he doesn't.

[Mr Meaty]

It really sounds like he needs to eat sleep and drink basketball. I hope there are some good coaches or people helping him with his skill level. All of the coaching and practice in the world will not help if he does not want to be dominate in the sport either. I can not comment on that side of it just stating an opinion.

[semobison]

Just a couple of things:
Meidinger is in his third year of organized basketball. He is a project, but at 7', a good project!
Dickinson is better coached this year than the previous six seasons. There is no shame in being out coached by the Manson's!
Moody is a stud and Dickinson is not a deep team. He was double and triple teamed all game and still had 37!

[Bison"FANatic"]

Just a couple of things:
Meidinger is in his third year of organized basketball. He is a project, but at 7', a good project!
Dickinson is better coached this year than the previous six seasons. There is no shame in being out coached by the Manson's!
Moody is a stud and Dickinson is not a deep team. He was double and triple teamed all game and still had 37!

Do Moody and Meidinger play AAU in the summer and if they do do you know who the coach is? Doesn't Lucas Moormann coach a AAU team out there.

Meidinger with some of Moormanns toughness and D and oh boy what a base to build on for the college coaches.

[ndsubison1]

Do Moody and Meidinger play AAU in the summer and if they do do you know who the coach is? Doesn't Lucas Moormann coach a AAU team out there.

Meidinger with some of Moormanns toughness and D and oh boy what a base to build on for the college coaches.

ND Phenom. Not sure of coach last summer

[Bisonator98]

Just a couple of things:
Meidinger is in his third year of organized basketball. He is a project, but at 7', a good project!
Dickinson is better coached this year than the previous six seasons. There is no shame in being out coached by the Manson's!
Moody is a stud and Dickinson is not a deep team. He was double and triple teamed all game and still had 37!

Probably still adjusting to his body too. These guys that grow like weeds tend to take a bit to develop their coordination. A couple more years and he could be a stud. You can't teach height and guys that size don't come to mid majors very often.

[balla45]

ND Phenom. Not sure of coach last summer

Jordan Meidinger has not played for ND Phenom since 2014. Plays for ECI. Last year was coached by Jordan Williams. Will have Lucas Moorman this season. Meidinger and Moody have played 0 games together on the circuit.

[ndsubison1]

Jordan Meidinger has not played for ND Phenom since 2014. Plays for ECI. Last year was coached by Jordan Williams. Will have Lucas Moorman this season. Meidinger and Moody have played 0 games together on the circuit.

Moody plays for Phenom

[Tony Almeida]

What channel is the ND high school championship game on? I don't see anything on Midco's guide...

[ndsubison1]

What channel is the ND high school championship game on? I don't see anything on Midco's guide...

Wday/Kbmy it hasn't been showing up on the guide

[bruinbison]

Aanen Moody - 6' 3" SG - Dickinson ND (2017 NDSU interest)
Offered by Minnesota State Moorhead.
Younger brother to NDSU football's Nate & NDSU volleyball's Ali.
Teammate of Jordan Meidinger (2017 NDSU verbal).

[bruinbison]

Aanen Moody named 1st team ND Class A All-State basketball by AP



Moody, a 6-3, 165-pound junior guard, more than doubled his scoring pace of 15.6 as a sophomore. He led all Class A shooters with an average of 33 points per game as a junior. He shot 49 percent from the floor. He displayed 37 percent accuracy while connecting on 68 3-pointers and shot 90 percent while converting 212 free throws.

For good measure, Moody had a region-best 84 steals and averaged 3.4 assists per game. He sparked Dickinson to a 16-10 season and a berth in the state tournament. Last week was named North Dakota’s Gatorade boys basketball player of the year.




http://m.bismarcktribune.com/sports/high-school/youth-is-served-on-class-a-all-state-team/article_977daa25-ea52-5f80-972f-f7b65603ff17.html

Also on the ND 1st Team All-State, DeSean Eikens



Eikens, an all-state player as a freshman, averaged 21.9 points and 11.9 rebounds as a sophomore. The 6-6, 180-pound sophomore ranked second in the West Region in scoring and first in rebounding. He shot 41 percent from the floor and 49 percent at the free-throw line, passing the 1,000-point mark as the Coyotes went 6-18.

However, next season, Eikens will be playing in Utah. He’s scheduled to transfer to Wasatch Academy, a private boarding school in Mt. Pleasant.

[Bison"FANatic"]

http://www.wday.com/sports/high-school/3997830-jordan-meidinger-north-dakotas-tallest-high-school-basketball-player

[ThunderDan]

7 feet tall and only averages 7 rebounds?......wow.
There are guys that are 6'0 and average 7 boards in North Dakota.

The 10 points, i can understand if he's not very polished in the paint and is always double teamed....but c'mon man, 7 boards screams something is not right.

[ndsubison1]

People said the same thing about Brian Qvale in HS. He turned out ok at Montana.

[Bison"FANatic"]

He is project at this point. Heck the only way NDSU ever gets a 7 footer is going to be if they are a project.

It will be very interesting to see how he comes along this summer. If he has the drive and work ethic and with Lucas coaching and mentoring him, he should take a major jump in skill level this summer.

[bisonfan08]

He is project at this point. Heck the only way NDSU ever gets a 7 footer is going to be if they are a project.

It will be very interesting to see how he comes along this summer. If he has the drive and work ethic and with Lucas coaching and mentoring him, he should take a major jump in skill level this summer.

Exactly. If he was 7' averaging 20 pts 15 rebs as a junior he'd have high major teams calling daily. I'm hoping he has a great summer developing and plays at the 20 and 10 level next year and stays committed to NDSU. You also have to realize he's still learning to use that gigantic frame of his, it's not like he's been 7' since he was 10, it takes time to develop the muscles and the coordination to go along with the size. Again if he had it all down and was filled out at 7' 250 lbs there's no way in hell we'd get him here. I have a lot of faith in our staff to develop skills and all the faith in the world in Jason Miller getting this kid where he needs to be for him to be a force in the Summit League.

[Mr. Burgundy]

will be the biggest recruit in the history of the program, yet people complain. Comical to me. Same fans wonder why everyone doesn't have a 6'10 kid that is perfect. Yet we do get one to verbal to us, and people question his stat line. Honestly, it is funny to me. He will be a dominant force for NDSU. Cannot wait for him to actually sign. They have worked very hard to build that relationship. He has about 24-36 months to mature and fill out. He will be needed.

[ndsubison1]

To be fair to both sides, we also heard same thing about Aaberg

[Tony Almeida]

will be the biggest recruit in the history of the program, yet people complain. Comical to me. Same fans wonder why everyone doesn't have a 6'10 kid that is perfect. Yet we do get one to verbal to us, and people question his stat line. Honestly, it is funny to me. He will be a dominant force for NDSU. Cannot wait for him to actually sign. They have worked very hard to build that relationship. He has about 24-36 months to mature and fill out. He will be needed.

Whoa slow down there turbo....let's get 'em on campus and see what he can do first...

[semobison]

I have seen Meidingers play multiple times. He has only been playing basketball for a few years and I saw plenty of improvement just this season. He is a project but you can't teach height. What I like about him is that he has good feet, moves well for a tall kid. He does not, at this time have good hands and needs to get stronger. He let a lot of rebounds get away by either not being able to catch it or bringing the ball down and having it stripped away. Time will tell, but a 7 footer with good mobility is a nice project to have IMO!

[HandoEX]

Whoa slow down there turbo....let's get 'em on campus and see what he can do first...

Agreed, message boards are not the place to project how good a verbal recruit is going to be :facepalm:

Jesus, people bitch about anything and everything on here nowadays.

[Mr. Burgundy]

I will stand by my statement that I stated a month ago...when it is all said and done, he will be the biggest recruit to ever sign here. 7 footers don't grow on trees. This is a huge get for the staff and they probably wish he could sign now.

In another note, we got a walk on today from Nebraska. I believe he was first team super state out of Gretna, NE. Jared Samuelson. Nice addition to the squad.

[Mr. Burgundy]

http://www.neprepzone.com/basketball/all-area-boys-team-jared-samuelson-answered-gretna-s-call/article_f6d23aff-282a-5ea3-9084-9da7a4bb4df0.html

article on Samuelson. Sounds like a good kid. State Champ.

[Tony Almeida]

Agreed, message boards are not the place to project how good a verbal recruit is going to be :facepalm:

Jesus, people bitch about anything and everything on here nowadays.

You know what's funny, this post seems more like bitching than what I posted.

[MrAugustana]

I will stand by my statement that I stated a month ago...when it is all said and done, he will be the biggest recruit to ever sign here. 7 footers don't grow on trees. This is a huge get for the staff and they probably wish he could sign now.

In another note, we got a walk on today from Nebraska. I believe he was first team super state out of Gretna, NE. Jared Samuelson. Nice addition to the squad.

How do we know you don't just mean this literally and not figuratively? Quite a few indications you might be referring to size, and not necessarily talent/impact on the program.

(Just kidding. The two size-related words and the possibility it could be taken literally just made me smile.)

[bruinbison]

Logan Strom - 6' 8" 240 - (2017 NDSU interest) racking up football offers also;

Wyoming now offering (TE), also SDSU and South Dakota (SDSU was also basketball offer, coaching change reminder)

[Herd]

Logan Strom - 6' 8" 240 - (2017 NDSU interest) racking up football offers also;

Wyoming now offering (TE), also SDSU and South Dakota (SDSU was also basketball offer, coaching change reminder)

I'd sign Strom for Basketball right now. I like his game.

[laniersmith]

I was wondering I thought signing period started the 13th of April. !) is the 7-0 athlete going or eligible to sign during this time. 2) are the bison going to sign anyone else if not the previous athlete during this signing period.

[roadwarrior]

The spring signing period is for current high school seniors. The next signing period is in November for those that are currently juniors.

[bruinbison]

Ryan James
Ryan James – ‏@RyanJamesMN

North Dakota, N Dakota St, South Dakota, & UWGB all called on
6-7 2018 F Brevyn Spann Ford of St. Cloud Tech/MN Comets Elite 16's.


..........

[HoopsBison]

Per Ryan James Twitter:

Coach Richman will be meeting with Simon Wright 2017 F from Hopkins,MN.

[Kujava23]

Per Ryan James Twitter:

Coach Richman will be meeting with Simon Wright 2017 F from Hopkins,MN.

School up North AND PROVIDENCE have offered him

[HoopsBison]

School up North AND PROVIDENCE have offered him

Coach Richman offered him today. He also added an offer from Furman as well.

[bruinbison]

A new offer is SDSU & Myles Hanson, 6' 5" from Chaska (2017 NDSU interest).
SDSU and it's new coaches (from Freddy Coleman thread) make this more interesting to me. Hanson still listed with a Northern Iowa offer......

PG McKinley Wright (2017) adds a Tim Miles & Nebraska offer to his recent Minnesota offer.

[El_Chapo]

Simon Wright & Myles Hanson would make NDSU a Legit Mid Major power!!! Cmon !!!

[BisonJD]

Nebraska HS Hoops is reporting North Dakota State is the latest to contact 2017 Billups Elite forwards Anthony Bratton (Westside) and David Wingett (Winnebago). Living in Sioux Falls, I've heard a lot about Wingett. Here's a clip of him from his high school championship tournament this year. He dunks. A lot. We could bring back Dunk Township with him and Deng.

http://www.neprepzone.com/blog/video-winnebago-s-david-wingett-dunks-off-the-backboard/article_cbec6494-e801-11e5-b756-afd96a7c53f0.html

[Tony Almeida]

Nebraska HS Hoops is reporting North Dakota State is the latest to contact 2017 Billups Elite forwards Anthony Bratton (Westside) and David Wingett (Winnebago). Living in Sioux Falls, I've heard a lot about Wingett. Here's a clip of him from his high school championship tournament this year. He dunks. A lot. We could bring back Dunk Township with him and Deng.

http://www.neprepzone.com/blog/video-winnebago-s-david-wingett-dunks-off-the-backboard/article_cbec6494-e801-11e5-b756-afd96a7c53f0.html

Wow, I want both of these guys but I'll settle for one...

[BisonJD]

Wow, I want both of these guys but I'll settle for one...

Wingett must have had a good first weekend of summer hoops...SDSU offered yesterday and Colorado checked in on him. Assuming he can keep his academics in check, he'll have an offer from every Summit League school of consequence and probably a few offers from others.

[bruinbison]

New offer for Wright State :) ...... 6' 8" Logan Strom - Norfolk Nebraska (2017 NDSU interest)

Other offers include, yes, South Dakota State (both basketball and football)
and Wyoming (football).

http://verbalcommits.com/players/logan-strom

[bruinbison]

Offer for NDSU - 6' 7" F from St Cloud Tech



Ryan James
Ryan James – ‏@RyanJamesMN

After watching Brevyn Spann-Ford several times in the past two weeks North Dakota State Head Coach David Richman offered the 2018 forward.

[bruinbison]

6' 6" Simon Wright (2017 NDSU offer) adds offers from Green Bay and Elon.

http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/simon-wright

[ndsubison1]

So will Nagy continue to recruit midwest in the future? Id assume so for most part.

[bruinbison]

So will Nagy continue to recruit midwest in the future? Id assume so for most part.

Looks like it, at least short-term. They are the recruits he knows as of right now. Coach Nagy has also offered 6' 5" Trae Berhow of Watertown-Mayer (MN) (2017) for Wright State, whom he had offered for SDSU.
Good luck to him with these offers, will be interesting to see if he can win a head-to-head recruiting battle with the Jacks in this part of the country. (and against the Bison also)

[silkamilkamonico]

SO Nagy is pulling a Craig Bohl? Oh the nerve of him.......

[IndyBison]

Wright State is in Dayton, Ohio, which is considered Midwest. He may get back to the plains occasionally due to familiarity, but there is a ton of talent within 3-5 hours of Dayton.

[SamsRams]

Does Eikens have an offer? verbalcommits has him listed as one

[balla45]

No. North Dakota and Idaho State.

[SamsRams]

No. North Dakota and Idaho State.

Yep he confirmed same with me a couple days ago.

Also in my discussion with Simon Wright he does not have a Providence offer as of now http://bisonation.info/sf-simon-wright-minnetonka-mn-2017-offer/

[bruinbison]

6' 10" Nathan Reuvers commits to Wisconsin (listed as 2017 NDSU interest)
Lakeville North HS (MN)

http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/nathan-reuvers

[bruinbison]

http://www.neprepzone.com/basketball/all-area-boys-team-jared-samuelson-answered-gretna-s-call/article_f6d23aff-282a-5ea3-9084-9da7a4bb4df0.html

article on Samuelson. Sounds like a good kid. State Champ.

Jared Samuelson (2016 preferred walk-on recruit)
Scores 18 points (6 threes) in Nebraska All-Star Game
for the North Squad in a losing effort.

http://www.neprepzone.com/sports/junior-jay-takes-over-court-one-last-time-in-metro/article_61c02aa2-587a-56b5-904b-5d0b2cc684d6.html

[MrAugustana]

Since it's a little All Quiet on the Western Front here lately, I figured I'd pass this along...

https://twitter.com/RyanJamesMN/status/742512282677084161


@ryanjamesmn: Simon Wright will visit North Dakota St this Friday and UWGB next week. @siwright2 is a 2017 from Hopkins/MN Comets

[bruinbison]

Myles Hanson - Chaska MN - 6' 5" F (2017 NDSU interest)

Ryan James mentioning a new offer to Hanson by Drake of the Missouri Valley on his recent visit. Also has offers from UNI and SDSU.

Also mentioned Simon Wright being offered by Loyola Maryland.

[bruinbison]

6' 6" Simon Wright (2017 NDSU offer) adds offers from Green Bay and Elon.

http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/simon-wright

Ryan James reporting that Simon Wright now has an offer
from Wright State - Wright/Wright?

Now, who's that Coach again from Wright State? :)

Also added an offer from Wisconsin Milwaukee.

[Jay]

PrepHoopsDakota

Aanen Moody of Dickinson/@NDPhenom has committed to North Dakota. @AJMoody9 is a 2017 SG.

[natstar1]

PrepHoopsDakota

Aanen Moody of Dickinson/@NDPhenom has committed to North Dakota. @AJMoody9 is a 2017 SG.

so is this a big miss?

[unbison]

so is this a big miss?

For m state and Mary it is

[EndZoneQB]

Yeah, was going to say. If he turns out to be a great player, then lucky them. I just don't see him as a DI basketball player.

Is he walking on?

[El_Chapo]

Yeah, was going to say. If he turns out to be a great player, then lucky them. I just don't see him as a DI basketball player.

Is he walking on?

didnt u hear on und noon hour show on kfgo? he loves the big sky style of play, ripped on summit physical play and said he was TREATED LIKE A KING on und visit.

[Jay]

Yeah, was going to say. If he turns out to be a great player, then lucky them. I just don't see him as a DI basketball player.

Is he walking on?

Don't believe so... offered back in June. The dude can certainly fill it up. Good luck to him.

@VerbalCommits

2017 Dickinson (ND) G Aanen Moody has received an offer from North Dakota. (HT @PrepHoopsDakota) @AJMoody9 verbalcommits.com/players/aanen-…

[Bisonator98]

Yeah, was going to say. If he turns out to be a great player, then lucky them. I just don't see him as a DI basketball player.

Is he walking on?

I disagree but the problem is the team is stacked with guards right now. What do we have like 8 that'll be on the team next year?

Good luck to Aanen!

[RedRiver]

PrepHoopsDakota

Aanen Moody of Dickinson/@NDPhenom has committed to North Dakota. @AJMoody9 is a 2017 SG.
NDSU had interest but did not offer.

[EndZoneQB]

I disagree but the problem is the team is stacked with guards right now. What do we have like 8 that'll be on the team next year?

Good luck to Aanen!

6'2'' 150? Seems a little small.

[Bisonator98]

6'2'' 150? Seems a little small.

Thought he was 6'3 175.:confused:

Even so he may not be done growing and would no doubt benefit from a college training program. He's got good quickness and ball handling skills.

[Tony Almeida]

I certainly thought he looked good at state, with the right coaching I think he will be somewhat a miss...but he fits the style up north better than he would at NDSU......street balling.

[BISON Thunder]

Congrat's to Mr. Moody.

[nodak651]

I certainly thought he looked good at state, with the right coaching I think he will be somewhat a miss...but he fits the style up north better than he would at NDSU......street balling.

Haha... Jones = Mussman 2.0

[Bison"FANatic"]

with the right coaching I think he will be somewhat a miss.

I agree. He has skills but always seemed just on or over the edge to being out of control. That will work in ND High school ball but he will have to learn from his coaches control and timing to transition to college. He has potential but we only have so much room. I was hoping he would try and walk on and see if he could earn a scholly.

[Bison"FANatic"]

Interesting interview with Aanen. Good luck up North, sounds like he is where he should be.

http://740thefan.com/podcasts/jack-michaels-show/962/dickinson-high-guard-aanen-moody-talks-about-his-verbal-commitment-to-und/

[ndsubison1]

Moody is a decent get and Im guessing was a back-up option for us

[semobison]

Moody is a decent get and Im guessing was a back-up option for us

I saw Moody light up eventual State Champion Minot scoring 57 in an OT loss last year. The kid can score in a variety of ways!

[Bison"FANatic"]

Lots of i and me in the interview and like being treated like royalty and expects that when he gets to campus.

Our players talk family and team and big team goals.

2 different mind sets

[oldmantutters]

Lots of i and me in the interview and like being treated like royalty and expects that when he gets to campus.

Our players talk family and team and big team goals.

2 different mind sets
He does realize he is a basketball player, not a hockey player, right? He will be a nobody in that shit hole 75 miles north. Anyhow, good luck to the young man and congrats on the opportunity to play D1 ball.

[DIBISON]

NDSU had interest but did not offer.
Mary, MSU Moorhead and Williston St. were his other offers besides UND.

[silkamilkamonico]

Mary, MSU Moorhead and Williston St. were his other offers besides UND.

So UND was his only D1 offer? I don't see how that would be a huge miss. He may turn into a pretty good player, but we already have some pretty good players playing guard and a couple of very intriguing and special guard recruit possibilities coming in.

[Jay]

Simon Wright, NDSU offer, commits to Elon.

[bruinbison]

Elon? Gonna haf to look that one up
Simon Wright - 6' 6" SF - 2017 NDSU offer



Ryan James
6m6 minutes ago
Ryan James ‏@RyanJamesMN
Simon Wright of MN Comets/Hopkins has committed to Elon. @siwright2 is a 2017 forward

[ndsubison1]

Simon Wright, NDSU offer, commits to Elon.

:sigpalm: 10char

[HoopsBison]

Dang...Simon is a good ball player, that we really liked. Best of luck to him at Elon.

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[Mr. Burgundy]

His parents moved to Chicago. His need to stay in these parts had decreased dramatically. VERY good player. He had a lot of options.

[bruinbison]

New name I don't remember seeing before



Ryan James – ‏@RyanJamesMN

Rocky Kreuser of Totino-Grace/@mnfuryboys is visiting North Dakota State today. @RockyKreuser is a 6-8/6-9 2017 PF

[Tony Almeida]

New name I don't remember seeing before

No video on this kid but 2 sites have him listed at 6-5, growth spurt?

[HoopsBison]

Rocky has lots of NSIC offers, more of a stretch PF who can step out and hit the 3. Good court vision and skilled. Other d1 teams who are interested are Air force and Davidson.

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[bruinbison]

Ryan James – ‏@RyanJamesMN

Rocky Kreuser of Totino-Grace/@mnfuryboys is visiting North Dakota State today. @RockyKreuser is a 6-8/6-9 2017 PF



Update on Rocky Kreuser (16.1 ppg junior season) from Ryan James
Torino-Grace was 11-15 overall last season (5-13 Northwest Suburban Conference)



Ryan James – ‏@RyanJamesMN

Totino-Grace/@mnfuryboys 2017 PF Rocky Kreuser was offered a
4 for 5 scholarship by North Dakota St (Walk-on year 1)

[Mr. Burgundy]

Bison got bigger today. Can't teach height. Big upside on s great frame. Good kid who will fit the culture.

[Mr Meaty]

Thanks for the teaser but any more info to share.

[El_Chapo]

Bison got bigger today. Can't teach height. Big upside on s great frame. Good kid who will fit the culture.

The 6 11 judo kid from okie? judo baby!

o yeah svurry is 6 7. new kid is 6 11

[Mr Meaty]

The 6 11 judo kid from okie

Wow, can't teach height

[Mr. Burgundy]

It's not the juco kid. He's on campus this weekend....and 6'7 not 6'11 but don't let facts bother you. The commit came from a Minneapolis big man. 6'9 kid accepting a 4 for 5. Good kid.

[HoopsBison]

It's not the juco kid. He's on campus this weekend....and 6'7 not 6'11 but don't let facts bother you. The commit came from a Minneapolis big man. 6'9 kid accepting a 4 for 5. Good kid.

Exciting, kid works hard and will definitely buy into the culture. Was hoping he would pick us.

[tony]

The mystery verbal is Rocky Kreuser from Totino-Grace according to Bison 1660.

[Mr. Burgundy]

Terrific deal for another big guy to come in with the monster from Dickinson. Can't get enough big men at this level, and to get him at the 4 for 5 offer is really great for the program to spread things out. Very impressive young man. Hope he enjoys it!

[Kujava23]

Congratulations Rocky!!!!! Yo Adriann throw me the ball down low

[bruinbison]

6' 9" PF Theo John verbals to Marquette and Champlin Park teammate
6' 0" PG McKinley Wright to Dayton.
Wright is a nice recruit for HC Archie Miller. Miller looks like
someone who could be gone soon, if he continues his success.
Brother Sean is HC at Arizona.

http://www.twincities.com/2016/09/13/champlin-parks-mckinley-wright-and-theo-john-do-not-choose-gophers/

[bruinbison]

Multi-sport athlete Brevyn Spann-Ford



Brevyn Spann-Ford already holds a basketball offer from North Dakota State, but he has a lot of potential in football too. A 6-foot-7, 215-pound wide receiver, he is a smooth athlete with good ball skills and runs well for a big guy. He can definitely grow into a dangerous flex tight end. Minnesota has been in contact for football, and it is likely others will jump in too and he will end up with options in both sports.



http://www.scout.com/college/football/recruiting/story/1711425-big-ten-recruiting-notebook

[bruinbison]

More on Brevyn Spann-Ford:



Spann-Ford has helped lead the Tigers to a 3-0 record this season as he caught a team-high 19 passes for 286 yards and four touchdowns. He caught six passes for 101 yards and two touchdowns versus Chisago Lakes, eight passes for 135 yards and two touchdowns against Sartell and five passes for 50 yards versus Bemidji.

Spann-Ford helped lead the Tigers to a 15-12 mark on the hardwood, losing to Rogers 74-67 in the first round of the Section 8AAAA playoffs. The Tigers won nine of their final ten regular season contests. He averaged 13.3 points and 8.0 rebounds per game and picked up a scholarship offer from North Dakota State last April.



http://www.gopherhole.com/news_article/show/701719?referrer_id=331171

[Kujava23]

Besides Personal Reasons----Why did Seth Coatta leave the team BEFORE practice even started? Does anyone have any more information on this?

[silkamilkamonico]

Besides Personal Reasons----Why did Seth Coatta leave the team BEFORE practice even started? Does anyone have any more information on this?

Sound slike the kid just didn't want to play anymore and has been thinking about it for a while now.

[bruinbison]

Mark Miller
Mark Miller – ‏@WisBBYearbook

2017 F Tyree Eady (6-6) of Middleton has picked up a NCAA Division I scholarship offer from North Dakota State.
3:43 PM - 15 Oct 2016



(via BisonReport)

And also on Tyree Eady:

http://www.wissports.net/roster_players/13778734



NCAA Division I offers from Air Force, Lafayette and North Dakota State.. NCAA Division II offer from Hillsdale.

BIO Productive wing player who can get to the basket and finish with his size and strength. Averaged 20.4 ppg as a junior to lead the Big Eight Conference in scoring. First-team all-league pick as a junior for coach Kevin Bavery.

[bruinbison]

Well, that went quickly......:)......great news!



BisonReport retweeted
Tyree Eady
57m57 minutes ago
Tyree Eady ‏@Ty_eady21
Blessed to announce that I have committed to continue my education and basketball career at North Dakota State!

[blackdiamond2]

Looks like we have a new recruit.

Tyree Eady ‏@Ty_eady21 60m60 minutes ago
Blessed to announce that I have committed to continue my education and basketball career at North Dakota State!

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/4877932/tyree-eady Hudl Highlights.

[HandoEX]

Looks like we have a new recruit.

Tyree Eady ‏@Ty_eady21 60m60 minutes ago
Blessed to announce that I have committed to continue my education and basketball career at North Dakota State!

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/4877932/tyree-eady Hudl Highlights.
Welcome to NDSU, Tyree! Assuming he'll be a SG and he looks tough!

[Mr Meaty]

Welcome to NDSU, Tyree! Assuming he'll be a SG and he looks tough!

Nice looking shot, but might need to speed it up a bit.

[bisonfan08]

Definitely a nice looking shot, finishes well and also looks like a good defender. Going to need to speed up his shot a little bit and he's also going to need to get quicker overall but nothing that a redshirt year can't take care of. Welcome to herd!

[Professor Chaos]

Welcome Tyree! That's fantastic size for a Summit League backcourt player. 6'6" at the start of his senior year means maybe he's got a couple more inches to grow still. I'd guess he'd be more of a AJ Jacobson type player where he can swing anywhere from the #2 to the #4 depending on the type of lineup they want to go with.

EDIT: Well, this article says he's 6'3": http://host.madison.com/wsj/sports/high-school/basketball/boys/prep-boys-basketball-middleton-s-tyree-eady-orally-commits-to/article_afc3b70f-b489-5693-9935-7f7409cbd4f0.html. Maybe it's like "Fletch" and they're including the hair :). Of course that article says he's a junior forward also. I'd have to assume that's inaccurate since he'd have to be a senior right now to be a 2017 recruit.

[bisonpride4ever]

Welcome Tyree! That's fantastic size for a Summit League backcourt player. 6'6" at the start of his senior year means maybe he's got a couple more inches to grow still. I'd guess he'd be more of a AJ Jacobson type player where he can swing anywhere from the #2 to the #4 depending on the type of lineup they want to go with.

EDIT: Well, this article says he's 6'3": http://host.madison.com/wsj/sports/high-school/basketball/boys/prep-boys-basketball-middleton-s-tyree-eady-orally-commits-to/article_afc3b70f-b489-5693-9935-7f7409cbd4f0.html. Maybe it's like "Fletch" and they're including the hair :). Of course that article says he's a junior forward also. I'd have to assume that's inaccurate since he'd have to be a senior right now to be a 2017 recruit.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161017/394d35c261ce0545a0a5fbd53ae4fcea.png

He truly defines grace under pressure.



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[Tony Almeida]

Welcome Tyree! That's fantastic size for a Summit League backcourt player. 6'6" at the start of his senior year means maybe he's got a couple more inches to grow still. I'd guess he'd be more of a AJ Jacobson type player where he can swing anywhere from the #2 to the #4 depending on the type of lineup they want to go with.

EDIT: Well, this article says he's 6'3": http://host.madison.com/wsj/sports/high-school/basketball/boys/prep-boys-basketball-middleton-s-tyree-eady-orally-commits-to/article_afc3b70f-b489-5693-9935-7f7409cbd4f0.html. Maybe it's like "Fletch" and they're including the hair :). Of course that article says he's a junior forward also. I'd have to assume that's inaccurate since he'd have to be a senior right now to be a 2017 recruit.
Maybe he grows like Carson Wentz.

[Professor Chaos]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161017/394d35c261ce0545a0a5fbd53ae4fcea.png

He truly defines grace under pressure.



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Fletch could probably also play LB for SDSU... :hide:

[bruinbison]

Joe Hedstrom - 6' 9" - Hopkins HS (MN) - 2018 NDSU offer
Also picks up an offer from fellow Summit League member Denver.
New head coach Rodney Billups is actively recruiting Minnesota.
Billups played for Denver from 2002-2005 and is the younger brother of former NBA player Chauncey.

[Tony Almeida]

Joe Hedstrom - 6' 9" - Hopkins HS (MN) - 2018 NDSU offer
Also picks up an offer from fellow Summit League member Denver.
New head coach Rodney Billups is actively recruiting Minnesota.
Billups played for Denver from 2002-2005 and is the younger brother of former NBA player Chauncey.

Looks like he's starting to get noticed...2018? Crossing my fingers.

[silkamilkamonico]

New head coach Rodney Billups is actively recruiting Minnesota.

That's not good.

[El_Chapo]

Can Dave call his dad at NDSCS?? They are 10-0 averaging over 100 points a game.

NDSU should be all in on James Batemon iii. Averaging 26ppg he is electric, slick Vic has endorsed him

http://www.verbalcommits.com/players/james-batemon-iii

Richman has been on NDSU staff for what 7 years? Ain't got 1 kid from his dad at wahpeton science... The last one was 2008 Andre Smith... He was kinda good!

[natstar1]

I did a quick search and couldn't find anything, but what did Meidinger's stats look like last season?

[bisonfan08]

I did a quick search and couldn't find anything, but what did Meidinger's stats look like last season?

"Meidinger, a 7-foot center from Dickinson, N.D., averaged 10 points, eight rebounds and three blocks per game as a junior. He was voted to the All-Western Dakota Association team."

That was from the article on signing day. His stats weren't great for a kid his size in ND but he was still pretty clumsy, as he gets stronger and a little more fluid in his movements those stats will go up. I would anticipate them being around 15ppg, 10rebs and 3-4blks in his senior year and unless he gets substantially stronger over the summer he's a likely candidate for a redshirt. Tons of potential with that size in our league though, hoping for the best.

[ndsubison1]

"Meidinger, a 7-foot center from Dickinson, N.D., averaged 10 points, eight rebounds and three blocks per game as a junior. He was voted to the All-Western Dakota Association team."

That was from the article on signing day. His stats weren't great for a kid his size in ND but he was still pretty clumsy, as he gets stronger and a little more fluid in his movements those stats will go up. I would anticipate them being around 15ppg, 10rebs and 3-4blks in his senior year and unless he gets substantially stronger over the summer he's a likely candidate for a redshirt. Tons of potential with that size in our league though, hoping for the best.

Hes also playing with Moody, who puts up about 30 a game and is their focal point.

[silkamilkamonico]

Dickinson has 2 D1 players on the team this year. Anything less than a WDC Championship, Regional Championship, and State Championship would have to be a disappointment you would think.

[Bison"FANatic"]

Did Meidinger play AAU this summer???? That would be the numbers to look at.

[MinotBison]

Dickinson has 2 D1 players on the team this year. Anything less than a WDC Championship, Regional Championship, and State Championship would have to be a disappointment you would think.

Minot and Century will be big obstacles for them to overcome.

[bruinbison]

Brevyn Spann-Ford, jr - St Cloud Tech - 6' 7" 215
2018 NDSU offer (basketball)

Spann-Ford is also a very good prospect in football, named 2nd team all-state by the AP in Minnesota as a WR (TE)
He should have Division I choices in both.

Here is an article from September on the multi-sport athlete.
Spann-Ford mentions his father played basketball for SDSU.

http://www.gopherhole.com/news_article/show/701719?referrer_id=331171

[El_Chapo]

Brevyn Spann-Ford, jr - St Cloud Tech - 6' 7" 215
2018 NDSU offer (basketball)

Spann-Ford is also a very good prospect in football, named 2nd team all-state by the AP in Minnesota as a WR (TE)
He should have Division I choices in both.

Here is an article from September on the multi-sport athlete.
Spann-Ford mentions his father played basketball for SDSU.

http://www.gopherhole.com/news_article/show/701719?referrer_id=331171

kid is a stud!!

[bruinbison]

Ryan James busy scouting this weekend



Ryan James
Ryan James – ‏@RyanJamesMN

Brevyn Spann-Ford of St. Cloud Tech had a double-double of 20pt, 15rb. His skill level handling at 6-7 and college TE sized is a rare thing



St Cloud Tech ended up losing to Woodbury 61-52



Ryan James
Ryan James – ‏@RyanJamesMN

2018 6-8 F Ethan Youso (Virginia, MN) will be a guest of NDSU
at their game tomorrow



More on Ethan Youso, interesting family stories:

http://www.duluthnewstribune.com/sports/preps/4184783-chip-old-block-lineage-virginia-basketball-standout-traces-back-nfl-playing



This season, he’s keyed Virginia’s 7-0 start by averaging 17.3 points, 11 rebounds and 3.3 blocks. As a first-time starter a year ago, Youso scored 15.3 points and grabbed 8.4 rebounds a night as the Blue Devils went 21-8, their ninth consecutive finish of at least 20 wins......

......He’s a 4.0 student who’s on target to be valedictorian of his class.



http://www.fox21online.com/2016/12/19/virginias-youso-student-game/

[silkamilkamonico]

Anyone know the scholarship situation?

2 available with Dex and Dupree.

The Dickinson giant is 1.
Don't we have another commitment with that Rocky dude?

Any other possibly deflections or hidden available scholarships I'm missing. I'm hoping Jared Samuelson does get put on scholarship he most definitely deserves on IMHO.

[bruinbison]

3 players signed during the early signing period
7' Jordan Meidinger of Dickinson (N.D.) High School
6' 5" Tyree Eady of Middleton (Wis.) High School
6' 9" Rocky Kreuser of Totino Grace (Minn.) High School

http://gobison.com/news/2016/11/9/ndsu-mens-basketball-adds-three-on-early-signing-day.aspx?path=mbball

IIRC Rocky Kreuser is a 5 years to do 4 years of scholarship
(verbal agreement between player & coaches, getting to be more common, Eliason did this also)
My guess is all 13 schollies are full right now, barring a departure.

Area high school player Jesse Bergh of Lake Park - Audubon just went
over 1000 points for his career, according to the Forum's Chris Murphy.
Murphy also mentioned the 6' 9" Bergh will go up against a 6' 7" freshman
from Ada - Borup on Thursday at LP-A, Mason Miller. Miller is averaging a
double-double so far, so is not an ordinary freshman.

[bisonfan08]

3 players signed during the early signing period
7' Jordan Meidinger of Dickinson (N.D.) High School
6' 5" Tyree Eady of Middleton (Wis.) High School
6' 9" Rocky Kreuser of Totino Grace (Minn.) High School

http://gobison.com/news/2016/11/9/ndsu-mens-basketball-adds-three-on-early-signing-day.aspx?path=mbball

IIRC Rocky Kreuser is a 5 years to do 4 years of scholarship
(verbal agreement between player & coaches, getting to be more common, Eliason did this also)
My guess is all 13 schollies are full right now, barring a departure.

Area high school player Jesse Bergh of Lake Park - Audubon just went
over 1000 points for his career, according to the Forum's Chris Murphy.
Murphy also mentioned the 6' 9" Bergh will go up against a 6' 7" freshman
from Ada - Borup on Thursday at LP-A, Mason Miller. Miller is averaging a
double-double so far, so is not an ordinary freshman.

Yeah we are all full up right now by my count. I'd like to see Samuelson get a scholarship that I think he deserves but unless someone transfers away I don't think we have one to give. Only guy I could maybe see leaving is Wesenberg as I just don't think he's going to see the floor as the guys we've brought in are more talented than he is hands down. I'd like to see him do well but it hasn't looked good in his favor.

Any idea on the story on Blaze Irwin? He already used his redshirt year at Minot State did he not? Is he sitting out because of transfer rules or what? I counted him in the 13 current scholarships as I believe he came here on scholarship correct?

[DIBISON]

Any idea on the story on Blaze Irwin? He already used his redshirt year at Minot State did he not? Is he sitting out because of transfer rules or what? I counted him in the 13 current scholarships as I believe he came here on scholarship correct?
I wonder if he'll be dressed and active tonight, beginning of the second semester?

[HoopsBison]

I wonder if he'll be dressed and active tonight, beginning of the second semester?
Fairly certain due to transfer rule he will be sitting out all year.

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[silkamilkamonico]

Is Irwin good enough to see minutes sooner rather than later? What type of player is he?

Yea I kind of given up on Wesenberg being a contributor at this point.

Eliason I thought looked a little better than DMiller at the beginning of the year. Not sure why Miller is playing over him but whatever.

Eady looks like an intriguing prospect.

[herdmember]

My gut tells me next year's scholarships currently planned are:
Srs
Jacobson
Miller
Jrs
Clements
D. Miller
Wesenberg
Eliason
Kabellis
So
Ward
Geu
Fr
Hunter
Meidinger
Eady

Guys not planned for scholarship next year but could end up on scholarship with 1 remaining
Kreuser
Samuelson

Walk-ons
Rammelt
Irwin


Those in the know, let us know what is wrong from above!

[bisonfan08]

My gut tells me next year's scholarships currently planned are:
Srs
Jacobson
Miller
Jrs
Clements
D. Miller
Wesenberg
Eliason
Kabellis
So
Ward
Geu
Fr
Hunter
Meidinger
Eady

Guys not planned for scholarship next year but could end up on scholarship with 1 remaining
Kreuser
Samuelson

Walk-ons
Rammelt
Irwin


Those in the know, let us know what is wrong from above!

Irwin is on scholarship I do believe and he makes 13. That's why I'm curious why he doesn't dress. I didn't think there was a transfer rule to move up in divisions but now that I think about it I think Malik sat out a year as well didn't he.

[HandoEX]

Irwin is on scholarship I do believe and he makes 13. That's why I'm curious why he doesn't dress. I didn't think there was a transfer rule to move up in divisions but now that I think about it I think Malik sat out a year as well didn't he.

Malik did not sit out when he transferred to NDSU. I don't think Irwin is a scholarship kid either.

[DIBISON]

Fairly certain due to transfer rule he will be sitting out all year.

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Must be correct, Irwin was on the bench again tonight but still as a spectator.

[bisonfan08]

So what I'm gathering is that none of us actually have a for sure answer as to why he's sitting out and whether or not he for sure is on scholarship. So again, anybody have the for sure facts here?

If he's not on scholarship then we would have 1 remaining that could go to Samuelson.

[MrAugustana]

Irwin is on scholarship I do believe and he makes 13. That's why I'm curious why he doesn't dress. I didn't think there was a transfer rule to move up in divisions but now that I think about it I think Malik sat out a year as well didn't he.

Almost positive you have to sit a year when you jump D2 to D1 (for example, former D2 St. Cloud State Husky Jordan Poydras, who transferred to Utah Valley State, used his previously-unused redshirt year to sit out last year, and is able to play for his senior season this year), but you play right away when you drop from D1 to D2 (for example, former Jackrabbit Logan Doyle playing right away this year at Northern State).

Another thing that can happen is what happened with former D2 Concordia-St. Paul stud Nuni Omot, who redshirted and then played his redshirt freshman year at CSP, and, after drawing D1 interest, transferred to Indian Hills Community College for his sophomore year. His year at Indian Hills essentially works as his "sit-out" year, so he spent a year playing/developing rather than simply losing a year sitting on the bench at a D1. Then he was able to go straight from Indian Hills to Baylor University, where he is now and I believe he'll be eligible to play this season and next season.

As a fan of a D2 team that has featured a few potentially D1-caliber players over the past couple of years, I'm not a big fan of the Nuni Omot route and hope my Vikings don't suffer that type of defection, but it's definitely a reality in this day and age, unfortunately. At the same time, Omot is a 6'9" superfreak of an athlete (as far as D2 players go), so it was hopefully more of a rarity than a coming trend across all of D2 basketball, but it is what it is.

That's my understanding of the rules at this point, but if anyone is better informed than I am, please correct me. I'm just going with what I've seen firsthand as a D2/NSIC follower.

[HoopsBison]

He is definitely sitting out due to the transfer and its for the whole season. I have no idea on his scholarship situation.

[bisonfan08]

He is definitely sitting out due to the transfer and its for the whole season. I have no idea on his scholarship situation.

Well hey I'll take 1 out of 2 answers for sure! For some reason I only thought you had to sit out if you went down a division or transferred laterally like D1 to D1 but I apparently am misinformed.

As far as the scholarship goes I can't find anything on the google machine, appears he was offered a walk-on from us out of high school but took a scholarship to Minot St instead, I would think one wouldn't go from scholarship to walk-on but Fargo is much closer to his family in Whap and if the desire is just to be part of a D1 basketball program there's that.

[HoopsBison]

Well hey I'll take 1 out of 2 answers for sure! For some reason I only thought you had to sit out if you went down a division or transferred laterally like D1 to D1 but I apparently am misinformed.

As far as the scholarship goes I can't find anything on the google machine, appears he was offered a walk-on from us out of high school but took a scholarship to Minot St instead, I would think one wouldn't go from scholarship to walk-on but Fargo is much closer to his family in Whap and if the desire is just to be part of a D1 basketball program there's that.

For whats its worth, verbal commits has him as a walk-on non scholarship player. But again not sure on the accuracy of that.

[bisonfan08]

For whats its worth, verbal commits has him as a walk-on non scholarship player. But again not sure on the accuracy of that.

Haha oh wow, I just read that wrong, that's the page on was on when I looked below and saw Minot and NDSU I just assumed it was from the recruitment year out of high school. Well by my math then that puts us at 12 scholarships used up for next year. I did in all my searching find that Samuelson was a preferred walk-on which of course interprets to if you earn a scholarship while here you get one, I'd definitely say he's earned it so thinking that 13th scholarship will likely be his.

[silkamilkamonico]

Well hey I'll take 1 out of 2 answers for sure! For some reason I only thought you had to sit out if you went down a division or transferred laterally like D1 to D1 but I apparently am misinformed.

As far as the scholarship goes I can't find anything on the google machine, appears he was offered a walk-on from us out of high school but took a scholarship to Minot St instead, I would think one wouldn't go from scholarship to walk-on but Fargo is much closer to his family in Whap and if the desire is just to be part of a D1 basketball program there's that.

You do not have to sit out if you move down a division. Only lateral or up. Just like football.

Thank god football and basketball aren't like volleyball. That sport is a mess right now in the way the transfer system works.

[bruinbison]

Fargo North's Siman Sem sets a school record with 45 points
in a win against Shanley. Also 21 rebounds, 6 assists, 6 steals, 3 blocks



Only 14 scoring performances in the history of North Dakota Class A boys basketball rank ahead of Sem's 45-point showing on Monday. He did it with North Dakota State assistant coach Jayden Olson in the crowd.



http://www.inforum.com/sports/4196333-sweet-tooth-part-record-night-fargo-norths-sem

[kab1one]

Fargo North's Siman Sem sets a school record with 45 points
in a win against Shanley. Also 21 rebounds, 6 assists, 6 steals, 3 blocks



http://www.inforum.com/sports/4196333-sweet-tooth-part-record-night-fargo-norths-sem

Is he attending NDSU?

[EC8CH]

Fargo North's Siman Sem sets a school record with 45 points
in a win against Shanley. Also 21 rebounds, 6 assists, 6 steals, 3 blocks



http://www.inforum.com/sports/4196333-sweet-tooth-part-record-night-fargo-norths-sem

Wow Ridiculously well rounded stats. Kid did everything that night.

[Bisonator98]

Is he attending NDSU?

He de-committed. Hasn't committed to any one yet.

[RossUglem]

He de-committed. Hasn't committed to any one yet.

My understanding is that Sem will not be making any college decisions until Fargo North's season is over. Jayden Olson (NDSU's lead recruiter) was in person for his latest scoring outburst. There's a chance of a reconciliation.

[bisonfan08]

My understanding is that Sem will not be making any college decisions until Fargo North's season is over. Jayden Olson (NDSU's lead recruiter) was in person for his latest scoring outburst. There's a chance of a reconciliation.

Huge stats, great game by him. It was nice to read that Jayden was there to watch this, seemed like it was a mutual parting of ways on the verbal when he de-committed so hopefully if this is a guy our staff believes in we can get him committed again. Based on what he's been doing so far this season I can't see any reason why we wouldn't want him.

[semobison]

Bison verbal Jordan Meidinger had 20 points and 16 rebounds last night has #4 ranked Dickinson beat #3 Century! The big fella is showing some improvement.

[ndsubison1]

Bison verbal Jordan Meidinger had 20 points and 16 rebounds last night has #4 ranked Dickinson beat #3 Century! The big fella is showing some improvement.

As he grows into his body he could be a hell of a player one day

[HerdBot]

Bison verbal Jordan Meidinger had 20 points and 16 rebounds last night has #4 ranked Dickinson beat #3 Century! The big fella is showing some improvement.

I can help but chuckle at the fact his team is the midgets

[Mr. Burgundy]

Bison verbal Jordan Meidinger had 20 points and 16 rebounds last night has #4 ranked Dickinson beat #3 Century! The big fella is showing some improvement.

This kid is a large man. He is getting stronger and stronger and already a very skilled player. I know he has been a redshirt kid since we started recruiting him....but how can he not play next year. Kid is good. People talk like he is some project. I hope he shows up in June and come OCtober we have a tough decision. I could care less if he can score. Show me heart and play defense. Different level being a 7 footer.

[semobison]

This kid is a large man. He is getting stronger and stronger and already a very skilled player. I know he has been a redshirt kid since we started recruiting him....but how can he not play next year. Kid is good. People talk like he is some project. I hope he shows up in June and come OCtober we have a tough decision. I could care less if he can score. Show me heart and play defense. Different level being a 7 footer.

I don't know, I think a redshirt year for him would really help. Needs to improve his strength and stamina. He has problems holding his ground on both ends of the floor. I saw him get pushed around and struggle last week at Legacy. Right now, 5 minutes against Dex and he might break in half or pass out! But...the kid has pretty good feet and decent skills for a very tall fella. The strength will come with maturity and a weight program, but right now, at times, he struggles with the physical nature of HS basketball.

[semobison]

This kid is a large man. He is getting stronger and stronger and already a very skilled player. I know he has been a redshirt kid since we started recruiting him....but how can he not play next year. Kid is good. People talk like he is some project. I hope he shows up in June and come OCtober we have a tough decision. I could care less if he can score. Show me heart and play defense. Different level being a 7 footer.

I don't know, I think a redshirt year for him would really help. Needs to improve his strength and stamina. He has problems holding his ground on both ends of the floor. I saw him get pushed around and struggle last week at Legacy. Right now, 5 minutes against Dex and he might break in half or pass out! But...the kid has pretty good feet and decent skills for a very tall fella. The strength will come with maturity and a weight program, but right now, at times, he struggles with the physical nature of HS basketball.

[Bisonator98]

I don't know, I think a redshirt year for him would really help. Needs to improve his strength and stamina. He has problems holding his ground on both ends of the floor. I saw him get pushed around and struggle last week at Legacy. Right now, 5 minutes against Dex and he might break in half or pass out! But...the kid has pretty good feet and decent skills for a very tall fella. The strength will come with maturity and a weight program, but right now, at times, he struggles with the physical nature of HS basketball.

I agree. A RS year would really help him a lot against D1 competition.

[bisonfan08]

I can see both sides of him using a RS or not and honestly I think a lot of it will depend on how Dylan and Spencer progress between now and the beginning of next season. If the staff feels we can trust those guys for a full season then I think he'll RS to get stronger, if not then gonna be tough to keep a 7'1" kid on the bench.

[Grizzled]

I don't know, I think a redshirt year for him would really help. Needs to improve his strength and stamina. He has problems holding his ground on both ends of the floor. I saw him get pushed around and struggle last week at Legacy. Right now, 5 minutes against Dex and he might break in half or pass out! But...the kid has pretty good feet and decent skills for a very tall fella. The strength will come with maturity and a weight program, but right now, at times, he struggles with the physical nature of HS basketball.

Agreed. He is so inconsistent. I was at a game this year vs Mandan where he had 5 rebounds and looked like he had no business being in the court. Wasting a chance at a very good 5th year for what will be a struggle of a true freshman year.

[bruinbison]

I can see both sides of him using a RS or not and honestly I think a lot of it will depend on how Dylan and Spencer progress between now and the beginning of next season. If the staff feels we can trust those guys for a full season then I think he'll RS to get stronger, if not then gonna be tough to keep a 7'1" kid on the bench.

Yes, could Dylan and Spencer handle the C position between the 2 of them?
Could see Deng filling in for a few minutes in a small, fast lineup also.
Would make sense that at least 1 of the 2 big men signed would play right
away and the other more likely to redshirt. Will be interesting to see who is
most ready next fall, 7' Meidinger or 6' 9" stretch 4 Rocky Kreuser, who
shot 41% on 3's last season.

[Tony Almeida]

Regardless of what happens next year, Dex will be greatly missed...

[NDSUstudent]

Finally got around to making some updates...First page should be mostly up to date.

Also updated the Scholarship chart...thanks for the reminder Ross.

[ndsubison1]

Meidinger had 25pts 14 reb 4 blks in win over #1 Minot. Wonder where Johnson for Minot will play? Seems like he would be a decent D2 athlete.

[Mr Meaty]

Meidinger had 25pts 14 reb 4 blks in win over #1 Minot. Wonder where Johnson for Minot will play? Seems like he would be a decent D2 athlete.

Looking forward to see him play in Jamestown in a couple weeks.

[semobison]

Meidinger had 25pts 14 reb 4 blks in win over #1 Minot. Wonder where Johnson for Minot will play? Seems like he would be a decent D2 athlete.

That is the best I have seen Meidinger look! 9-12 from the field and had a defensive presence. Besides the blocks he changed a lot of Minot shots. Had also had a few kick out assists. I think we may have something here!

[balla45]

Meidinger had 25pts 14 reb 4 blks in win over #1 Minot. Wonder where Johnson for Minot will play? Seems like he would be a decent D2 athlete.



Johnson will be JuCo.

[ndsubison1]

Johnson will be JuCo.

Thanks for the info. They had a nice win over the SD Class A #1 on Saturday

[RossUglem]

NDSU calling on Williston State wing Jamil Jackson. Not a Dexter replacement JuCo but could slide in to Carlin's spot if he can compete with Malik.

[bruinbison]

NDSU calling on Williston State wing Jamil Jackson. Not a Dexter replacement JuCo but could slide in to Carlin's spot if he can compete with Malik.

Is Jamil Jackson a 2017 or a 2018 recruit?
Would he need to graduate from Williston State to qualify for NDSU?
Jackson is listed at 6' 6" 190, a freshman from Minneapolis North.
Averaging 15.7 ppg, 5.9 rpg, 35% 3FG%, 45% FG on the season.
Averaging 19.8 ppg, 4.4 rpg, 43% 3FG%, 51% FG in conference play.
Williston State record is 13-13, 5-3 conference.
I see mention of a Southern Utah offer so far.

If Jackson was a 2018 recruit, then he would arrive as AJ and PMiller are finishing their NDSU careers. If he is a 2017 recruit, thatsa lotta wings looking for pt, unless he were to redshirt.

Which reminds me, does NDSU even have a scholly available for 2017?
I thought the Bison were full after signing 3 players already. Or is this more due diligence recruiting, in case a player leaves the program?

[bisonfan08]

We technically have 1 scholarship available as one of our recruits accepted a 4 for 5 scholarship offer. Unless it gets awarded to Samuelson we should have the ability to sign one more recruit for this class. My guess is that if we would add a wing player to this class he would likely redshirt unless as mentioned above he's a better option than Malik. Carlin's minutes will go to Tyson next year and Tyson's minutes likely split between Cameron Hunter who will backup Khy and Deng Geu getting more time. With Samuelson still having his role I don't see Malik even having a whole lot of minutes available to him so unless this kid is super talented I think he'd redshirt but that's just how I see it.

[silkamilkamonico]

Please no juco's. Unless it's a gifted big or Andre Smith clone we don't need it.

Really hope Samuelson gets that last scholarship.

[El_Chapo]

Please no juco's. Unless it's a gifted big or Andre Smith clone we don't need it.

Really hope Samuelson gets that last scholarship.

This MPLS North kid is awesome, would LOVE HIM!

WHY CANT DAVE RICHMAN GET A WAHP SCIENCE JUCO JUST ONCE IN HIS TENURE HERE?? Serious Question? they are in top 10 of Juco's in the country ususally

[HerdBot]

Please no juco's. Unless it's a gifted big or Andre Smith clone we don't need it.

Really hope Samuelson gets that last scholarship.

I like to develop players better than go with Jucos but basketball is different than football. You can snag some absolute studs in juco players for basketball and if they fit your system I'm alright with it. But if we're talking a guard he better be pretty freaking dynamic. Like you said Andre was a special talent

[NDSUstudent]

I'd love to get a JUCO big that is active on the glass and can play some defense. Dex is leaving a pretty big void, I like our incoming class but it is hard to rely on young bigs.

[bruinbison]

Dickinson is on tv tonight, 7:30, channel 1004 on CableOne.
Nice chance to watch 7 footer Jordan Meidinger.

[Mr Meaty]

Dickinson is on tv tonight, 7:30, channel 1004 on CableOne.
Nice chance to watch 7 footer Jordan Meidinger.

Daktel tv channel 19 also

[NDSUstudent]

Dickinson is on tv tonight, 7:30, channel 1004 on CableOne.
Nice chance to watch 7 footer Jordan Meidinger.

Or 44 on Direct TV

[ndsubison1]

593 for Midco

[BisonJD]

Dickinson is on tv tonight, 7:30, channel 1004 on CableOne.
Nice chance to watch 7 footer Jordan Meidinger.

I haven't seen Jordan play very much (a few AAU games this past summer). Is he someone that will get minutes as a Freshman? Someone just referenced the gigantic task of replacing Dex next year....I think we'll be very talented, with an obvious flaw (no bigs). Unless we adopt a 4-guard lineup and spread it out. Still wouldn't leave us with an answer for a guy like Daum or the big for ORU.

[WePharm]

I saw Dickinson play 2 weeks ago. Jordan will have to develop a lot. Daum, Flack and the big center for ORU would just kill him. He has a nice shooting touch but needs strength and quickness. While he is a huge kid, he will never be able to guard a guy like Daum that can go outside or inside.

[unbison]

I just don't see moody as a d1 prospect after watching that game

[BisonJD]

I saw Dickinson play 2 weeks ago. Jordan will have to develop a lot. Daum, Flack and the big center for ORU would just kill him. He has a nice shooting touch but needs strength and quickness. While he is a huge kid, he will never be able to guard a guy like Daum that can go outside or inside.

That's kind of the vibe I was getting from others...Not a "project" but someone that will have to develop. Thank God Flack is a senior this year. I don't want anything to do with USD in the SL Tourney until Tuesday night.

[unbison]

That's kind of the vibe I was getting from others...Not a "project" but someone that will have to develop. Thank God Flack is a senior this year. I don't want anything to do with USD in the SL Tourney until Tuesday night.

I'd say I don't want to see them at all they are not a good match up for us

[Mr Meaty]

I just don't see moody as a d1 prospect after watching that game

I was not overly impressed by either last night. Cant teach 6'11'' though. Jordan was more fluid than I thought a kid in high school of that height would be. Dickinson will be in Jamestown next Saturday and I hope to get back from the Bison game in time to see them play again. Most high school kids are projects and I think Jordan will turn out good.

[ndsubison1]

I just don't see moody as a d1 prospect after watching that game

size may hurt him at the next level. good shooter though.