Nebraska's best high school boys basketball players: Meet the state's top big men

The best forwards and centers in Nebraska are made up of players who can score, rebound, block shots, and in some cases, combine each of those three with perimeter shooting as well. 

Listed below are forwards and centers in Nebraska who fit that description. The list is in alphabetical order and includes, in most cases, comments from the player’s coach. 

If you feel that we’ve overlooked someone, email nate@scorebooklive.com.

Treyson Anderson – Lincoln Pius X, Senior, 6-10 

Anderson has always been the biggest guy on his team. However, while that might mean training and development exclusively as a post, Anderson has prepared for all parts of the game, not just the play down low. The result, as Pius X coach Adam Brill said, is a big guy who has great footwork, soft touch and the ability to handle the ball. All that plus above-average vision makes him quite the diverse big guy.

In the middle of his senior season, Anderson is averaging 18 points a game to go with 12 rebounds. As a junior, he put up just over 14 points and 10 boards. He had eight games with more than 20 points as a junior and has five of those through 13 games this season.

The best game of his career came on Dec. 28 in the HAC Tournament when he scored 26 points on 13 of 19 shooting and had 20 rebounds.

Anderson is a career 51% shooter who will likely go over 800 career points later this season. He has more than 500 total rebounds and has a chance to eclipse 100 blocks.

“Treyson is unselfish. He doesn’t have to score to affect the game. He draws a lot of attention from defenses, with or without the basketball. He impacts decisions in the paint, or at the rim,” Brill said. “Treyson is a great rebounder and a very underrated passer. The cerebral aspect, or basketball IQ, is a big part of his success as well.”

Goanar Bamach – Benson, Sophomore, 6-5

His coaches call him one of the most unselfish players they’ve ever had the pleasure of coaching. Just a sophomore, Bamach is a team-first player who has always operated with shared success in mind.

But of course, he will dominate when needed. This season, the sophomore is averaging a double-double at 16 points and 10 rebounds.

“What has led to his success is that he Is humble and wants to work on his craft every day. The work ethic that he puts into his shot and the improvement he has made with his ball handling has really been a blessing; not to mention what he does defensively and rebounding,” Benson coach Chauncey Lambert said. “Goanar started off his freshmen year as a shy guy who didn’t say too much. He has grown out of his shyness and has become more vocal, which has led to becoming one of our leaders of the team as just a sophomore.”

A’mare Bynum – Omaha Bryan, Junior, 6-7

Bynum exploded onto the prep basketball scene last year when he averaged nearly 17 points per game, nine rebounds and scored 20 or more five times. That continued into this winter and earned him a ranking on the Rivals top 150 and a four-star rating.

Through 14 games of his junior campaign, Bynum is over 20 points per game and has 10 or more games with 20 points out of those 14. Most importantly, the Bears are 10-4 and have earned a top-10 rating in the SBLive Nebraska Top 25. Bryan had suffered through three straight losing seasons, each of which included six or fewer wins until Bynum became a regular starter last winter and the team went 13-10. His emergence plus the play of Amir Martin, listed below, have the Bears in the state tournament conversation for the first time in six years.

“A'mare makes a huge impact on our youth basketball community. During youth camps put on by the basketball program, A’mare is always the first one willing to help. He shows up early and stays late to build quality relationships with the youth in our community,” Bryan coach Galen Gullie said. “It is no surprise to me the success he is having because of the work he puts in behind the scenes. He challenged himself to be more of a vocal leader this year. Our success this year is because of his leadership on and off the court. He currently holds a 3.6 GPA and is a classroom favorite.”

Deacon Courtney – Ralston, Junior, 6-8

Courtney is averaging over 17 points per game this season, will go over 700 points for his career later this year, is a career 54% shooter and is nearly averaging a double-double this year at 9.9 rebounds per game.

He was pretty good last year then exploded for a career-high 34 in the third game of this season and has rarely been slowed down ever since. Courtney has seven double-doubles, had a game with 17 boards, one with 16 and two with 15 and also is getting it done on defense with 31 blocks through 14 games.

Ralston head coach Bo Buettenback said Courtney’s dedication to hoops has allowed him to take a huge step into his junior year. His extra work includes playing nearly year round and consistent workouts in the weight room that have put an extra 40 pounds on his frame and made him more successful around the rim.

“We have relied on Deacon a lot this year. He has had to develop into more of a vocal leader with a bunch of teammates who have not had any varsity experience,” Buettenback said. “We have had him play point guard at times this year, and he has been one of our more reliable ball handlers in addition to being our best defender, best rebounder and team leader in assists.

“Deacon has really grown as a player mentally as well. When speaking to Deacon, he didn't really realize how difficult it was for point guards to handle the ball, get players into positions and run plays while not turning the ball over.”

Dillon Claussen – Creighton Prep, Senior, 6-8

Claussen is headed to the next level of hoops for Washburn University, a Division II program in Kansas. No doubt the Ichabods are attracted to a multi-skilled player who can score, rebound and handle the ball.

In his senior season through the first 11 games, he’s scoring 16 points per contest, bringing down nearly nine rebounds and handing out 2.5 assists.

He has yet to be held to single digits, has a season-high of 27 and has five double-doubles.

Prep coach Josh Luedtke calls Claussen a gym rat who has tremendous will for both him and his team to succeed. If needed, he could go off for 20 each night but Luedtke said Claussen is more interested in winning.

“He has improved every year at Prep with his dedication to improving in the off-season with weights, diet and skill set. He works to achieve the best; some just hope it happens,” Luedtke said. “For a 6-8 player, he is a three-level scorer and a great passer, which really makes him dangerous on offense. He’s just a joy overall to coach. He’ll be special at Washburn.”

Will Cooper – Millard South, Senior, 6-6

Cooper’s career has been sidelined much of the past two years dealing with injuries. But when he’s been on the court, he’s been a huge difference-maker for the Patriots.

He appeared in 23 games as a freshman in a reserve role then played in 24 as a sophomore with more meaningful minutes and averaged just over 10 points. He was in just eight games as a junior and once again averaged right at 10 points.

He was scoring more than 16 points per game this year but is again on the bench recovering from an injury. Despite less than 20 combined games the past two years, Millard South coach Tim Leuschen said Cooper is still impacting the program because of the way he goes about his work.

“He also has served as a great example of how to handle adversity. He has attacked his rehab from injuries with the same positive attitude and commitment that he puts into basketball,” Leuschen said. “Will is also a 4.0 student and has taken a very rigorous course load. He is number two all-time for three-pointers in Millard South school history.”

Braden Frager – Lincoln Southwest, Senior, 6-6

Frager was just a sophomore last year in his second season of varsity basketball. Yet, despite being 15 he was already beginning to make his mark on varsity hoops.

Frager played in 12 games as a freshman, averaged about 12 minutes and scored just over five points. It was irregular playing time, but it was also clear when he was on the court that the future was bright. That future arrived last year when he averaged over 11 points per game and posted three double-doubles.

While he’s still on the young side, Frager and Nebraska basketball believe the future is now. He reclassified into the Class of 2024 and signed a National Letter of Intent with the Huskers back in November. Through the first half of what has now become his senior season, Frager is scoring over 17 points per game, shooting 47% and averaging seven rebounds.

“What stands out most about Braden is simply his explosive athleticism and raw talent,” Southwest coach Alex Bahe said. “Since being a varsity player right away as a freshman, he has always been an elite-level athlete and has an unmatched ability to make difficult shots and spectacular plays - including a lot of dunks. What has been notable is how much he has matured personally over the last few years going from a 14-year-old playing varsity basketball to the person he is now.”

Robby Garcia – Bellevue West, Junior, 6-6

Garcia has mostly waited his turn to make a difference for a Bellevue West program loaded with talent. Naturally, that has meant taking a back seat to older players and learning how to be a follower. Now that it’s his time, Garcia is picking up his game in terms of contributions and leadership. T-Birds coach Steve Klein said Garcia’s assertiveness has increased exponentially and his ability to play at a high level has been consistent.

Through a little more than the midway point to this season, Garcia was averaging more than 15 points per game and seven rebounds. Staring with a Dec. 30 Metro Tournament win over Bryan, Garcia had 20 or more points in three of the next four games and shot 29 of 46 (63%) with 25 total rebounds.

He has improved his three-point shooting to 51% and is often the first guy the Thunderbird coaching staff turns to on defense when it needs to contain the opponent’s best player.

Bellevue West saw a winning streak from back to last year ended early on in the schedule. But thanks to new players like Garcia stepping up, the Thunderbirds are still in position to win another title.

“Robby is a player that can score at three levels. For a post player that may be a little undersized at the next level, he has great feet around the basket,” Klein said. “His three-point and outside shooting has really improved this season as he spent a lot of time in the summer and off-season working on improving those areas. This has made him a much harder player to guard. He draws bigs out on the floor to guard him, who a lot of times are bigger than he is. His rebounding has really improved this season as well, and he can guard all five positions on the floor, which is a very valuable asset.”

Marcus Glock – Wahoo, Senior, 6-4

Glock looks like the next in a long line of superstar players to come out of Wahoops. The Warrior senior has been a member of the lineup every season since his sophomore year, will surpass 100 career games later this season and has averaged double-figures every season in the blue and yellow. His scoring totals were 11, 13, 16 and now over 20 as a senior at 24.2 through 13 games.

Glock has a career shooting percentage of 50%, has been over that mark each of the past two years, shoots 44% from three with 166 makes from beyond the arc and has more than 300 career rebounds, 150 assists and 100 steals.

“Marcus is the most offensively skilled and best shooter I have ever had the pleasure to coach. It has been great to see how he has expanded his game this year, said Wahoo coach Kevin Scheef. “He is scoring in a lot of different ways and has become a much better rebounder. He worked really hard in the off-season to get stronger, and it has really paid off for him. He has also become a great leader for us this year.”

Kale Gustafson – Osceola, Senior, 6-5

Gustafson is right in the middle of a rebirth of Osceola basketball. Since he joined the program, the Bulldogs have gone to state each season and, two years ago, played in the semifinals. Osceola hadn’t been to Lincoln for 23 years until he helped end that drought in 2021.

Of course, it’s almost impossible to mention Gustafson without also mentioning Isaiah Zelasney. That duo was one of the best 1-2 punches in the state regardless of their level of basketball. The big question became, could Gustafson assume that mantle on his own after Zelasney graduated last May?

Well, so far, so good. Gustafson and Osceola are 9-4 as the season approaches February and in position for a fourth straight trip to state. Individually, Gustafson is in the middle of a career year that includes over 26 points per game and 14 rebounds, he’s shooting 66%, 45% from three-point range and has three games with more than 30 points. He nearly eclipsed 40 when he scored 39 on 12 of 15 shooting in the second game of the season.

Gustafson’s career will likely end with him scoring over 2,000 points, more than 1,100 rebounds and better than 200 assists.

“Kale is one of the hardest-working kids I have ever coached. He is the definition of a gym rat. Not only is he a very skilled player, but he is a great leader,” Osceola coach Jason Zelasney said. “Kale is an extension of the coach on the court, and he's constantly helping his teammates out. Kale also volunteers his free time and coaches our fourth grade youth boys basketball team. He is definitely one of a kind.”

Tayje Hadwiger – Amherst, Senior, 6-3

Hadwiger is averaging over 20 points and seven rebounds this season with seven games of more than 20 points. He’s the major reason why the Broncos won 12 of their first 13, but Amherst coach Eric Rippen said there’s so much more to Hadwiger than his hoops skills, which are considerable.

Rippen pointed to a high-level character on and off the court as the characteristic that separates Hadwiger from others. That was witnessed up front and personal last year when Hadwiger was Rippen’s teaching assistant in kindergarten. Hadwiger joined in the lessons and games each day, enhancing the classroom time for the kindergarteners with extra laughter and fun. Even the day after a tough game, he put those emotions aside and saw the bigger picture.

“On the court, his demeanor doesn't change. He is always usually one of the best players on the court every game but will always do whatever we ask him to do to help the team get the win,” Rippen said. “He has spent countless hours in the gym working on his game and perfecting his craft. Even to this day, he is staying after practice working on ways to get better even though he is already pretty darn good. The way he looks at it is if he is working after practice then it will get the younger kids to follow his lead and make the team better.”

Lou Hodoly - Omaha South, 6-4, Junior

Hodoly was an unknown last season who didn’t take long to make his mark on the 2023/24 season. The Omaha South junior scored 27 points in the first game of the season, had just seven combined the next two, but then scored 27 again. He’s found more consistency since then, and at one point rattled off five straight games with 13 or more points.

Hodoly is shooting 49% and leads the Packers in points, shooting, steals and blocks. South is in the midst of a tough season, but Hodoly has done his part to try and get the Packers over the hump. Overall, he’s averaging almost 14 points per game. He’s come a long way from his sophomore year when he only appeared in five games and scored a total of three points.

Hodoly is getting looks for both college basketball and baseball. As a student, he has one of the best GPAs on the team, and he’s enrolled in AP as well as honors classes.

“Lou is very versatile and quick. He shows up, works hard, and has fun while he's at it. Offensively, he has a lot of talent. He's arguably the best shooter on the team, never stays still, and knows how to attack the basket. Those combine for a pretty lethal guy to guard,” Omaha South coach Ben Gilliland said.

“Defensively, he has great feel. Lou understands on-court situations and when to exploit them - very high IQ on that end. He's positive and does his best to create a fun environment for him and his teammates. For this, his teammates really look up to him as one of the team leaders.”

Jeremiah Ingison – Maywood/Hayes Center, Senior, 6-6

MHC went to state as a combined program for the first time last winter. The Wolves enjoyed a win in the first round but then settled for fourth after back-to-back losses. It looks like Maywood-Hayes Center will have a shot at an even longer run this March thanks to the return of Ingison.

The MHC center is having one of the best years of any player in the state. He’s averaging a double-double on over 20 points and nearly 11 rebounds, he’s shooting the ball at 51% and, through 16 games, he had earned 104 foul shots.

Ingison was at his best when it was most important last season. In the district final, he scored 11 points and pulled down seven rebounds. During three games in Lincoln, Ingison combined for 48 points and 19 boards.

Through 16 games of this season, he has nine double-doubles and such impressive performances as 31 points and 14 rebounds against Garden County, 29 and 12 against Decatur Community and 28 and 15 against Paxton.

Jackson Kerchal – Dundy County-Stratton, Senior, 6-4

Dundy County-Stratton had some success before the arrival of Kerchal. But since he’s joined the roster, the Tigers have been in rarified air.

Kerchal and DCS have been back at Lincoln each of the past two years and left with a trophy – fourth in 2022 and third in 2023.

Coach Kris Freeland calls him one of the six best players he’s had the privilege to coach in 28 years and across three different sports.

Kerchal has over 1,200 career points, 600 rebounds and 150 steals.

“What sets him apart is not only his scoring ability but also his defensive prowess. With 158 blocked shots to his name, he has consistently been a formidable force in the paint, making it challenging for opponents to penetrate the defense,” Freeland said. “His well-rounded skills have made him a valuable asset to his team and a nightmare for opposing players.

“Beyond the statistics and accolades, Jackson Kerchal's impact goes beyond the basketball court. He has become a role model for aspiring young athletes in the community - demonstrating that hard work, dedication, and passion can lead to success both in sports and in life.”

Mapieu Kochinin- McCool Junction, Junior, 6-6

At 6-6 and close to 300 pounds, Kouchinin is a load on the block, but what has separated him as one of the best in the state is an all-around skill set. Kouchinin is averaging over 18 points per game and six rebounds, he’s scored more than 20 four times and had 30 while shooting 14 of 15 in a Dec. 7 win over High Plains.

In addition to his God-given physical stature, Kouchinin also has soft hands, above-average touch and good feet. He’s a matchup nightmare because he’s bigger than the fast guys and quicker than the big guys. Head coach Jabe Wurtz and his assistants challenged Kouchinin to improve on defense. He took that challenge to heart and has become a more complete player.

“What has led to his success is really two things: first and foremost, his love for the game. As cliche as it sounds, Mapieu loves basketball and is a gym rat. He is always shooting hoops and finding his way into a basketball gym,” Wurtz said. “The extra time he spends on his game helps separate him from others. Secondly, he has a big heart and cares for his teammates. Mapieu is a great locker room guy. Others gravitate towards him, and he typically has a positive, energetic attitude about practices and definitely game days.”

Trent Koger – Arlington, Junior, 6-6

It’s been 38 years since Arlington last played at the state tournament and 39 since the Eagles won a championship. There’s still work to be done, but the emergence of Koger has Arlington dreaming big.

The 6-foot-6 forward/center showed flashes of potential a year ago when he averaged nearly 13 points and seven boards. Koger scored 24 in the third game of the season, had four more 20-point performances on the year and finished with nearly 300 total points while shooting 45%, grabbing 155 rebounds and blocking 34 shots. Arlington won just five games but Koger was part of a roster of five underclassmen who played in more than 20 games. It seemed the future was bright.

That future is now unfolding in front of the Eagles who were above .500 at 8-7 through 15 games. Koger had increased his input to the point he was averaging a double-double on 17 points and 12 rebounds. He’s also top-10 in Nebraska with an average of 3.3 blocks per contest and had already amassed 50 total. Koger is still shooting the ball well at 44% and has had 10 games with 15 or more rebounds.

“Trent is a very versatile and athletic player for us. He is a great rim protector, but also runs the floor well, can finish around the hoop and has the ability to shoot from the outside,” Arlington coach Jake Polk said. “He has a knack for rebounding and the stats have shown that as well. Trent is a three-sport athlete who plays receiver and defensive back in the fall on the football team and does long and triple-jump plus runs some sprints in the spring.

“Trent loves basketball, is having a nice year and is getting some well-deserved recognition for his hard work. His teammates voted him as one of our two captains for the season and he has stepped up in how he has led our senior-less program. With everyone returning to our squad next season, we are excited to finish this season strong and build off the success for years to come with Trent Koger as a cornerstone piece for our team.”

Amir Martin – Omaha Bryan, Junior, 6-4

Martin can play as a small forward or a shooting guard, but regardless of where he lines up on the floor, opposing teams are well aware of his presence. The Bryan junior has been making an impact for the Bears since his freshman season. As a rookie, he played in 20 games, averaged over 10 points and made the rest of the state sit up and take notice when he scored 22 during a loss to eventual state champion Millard North.

It's been a steady rise since then, going from 10.5 points per game to 11.2 to 11.6 this season while also averaging over three rebounds and two assists. With A’mare Bynum, listed above, the primary scoring option, Martin finds ways to affect the game. But he still can pour in points if needed. Martin had back-to-back 20-point games and four in a row at the end of December. He had 20 against top-ranked Bellevue West then 22 against Burke.

“Amir is a great leader for us. His leadership and his game continue to elevate and is a big reason for our success this year,” Bryan coach Galen Gullie said. “He puts work in before and after practice. He is a competitor and hates losing more than winning. Amir’s personality is very contagious in practice, in the hallways and in the classroom.”

Major Mosser – Millard North, Sophomore, 6-6

The younger brother of the guy just below him on this list, Major’s talent was obvious last season when he earned playing time as a freshman for the state runners-up. Mosser is developing as a scorer but already has an IQ and basketball awareness that Mustang coach Mike Etzelmiller” said is a few years ahead of his youthful age.

Older brother Neal has made the surname ‘Mosser’ synonymous with shooting, but younger brother Major looks like he’ll be adding another dimension.

Major has taken in much of what Neal and his father Mitch have taught him. Major’s 6-6, long and lanky body is coming together to be one of the best players in his class,” Etzelmiller said. “We are very excited for Major's future.”

Kellyn Ollendick – Elkhorn Valley, Junior, 6-3

Ollendick has been superb for the Falcons each of the past two years, but the best may be yet to come.

The Elkhorn Valley junior is in the middle of a season in which he’s scoring over 17 points per game while grabbing six rebounds and handing out nearly three assists. He’s shooting 49% and has scored double digits in every game through an 11-2 start.

A year ago when he was given his first real varsity minutes, Ollendick responded by posting 17 games in double figures, shot 58% and went 57% from three-point range. He turned a corner midway through the year and scored more than 10 points in 11 of the final 12 games.

Tilden, the town where Elkhorn Valley is located, hadn’t sent a team to state since 1953. Ollendick’s development as a player was a big reason why that drought ended and Elkhorn Valley played in the C-2 state tournament.

“Kellyn has turned himself into a great player and still has a ton of potential,” Elkhorn Valley coach Derric Werner said. “Kellyn's skill set allows him to be able to play virtually every position on the floor depending on how teams try to defend him. He is big enough and strong enough to play on the block, quick enough to play off the dribble and the bounce and can shoot it from the outside if the defender is sagging off.”

Cole Petersen – Elkorn, Senior, 6-7

Petersen is among the best shot blockers in the state. Elkhorn won 11 of its first 13 games, and Petersen’s presence down low is a big reason why the Antlers have allowed fewer than 50 points six times.

As somewhat of a defense-first player, Elkhorn doesn’t ask Petersen to carry the team offensively, but he’s more than capable of helping out on that end of the floor. He’s averaging a career-best nine points per game this season to go with six rebounds. Petersen has scored 10 or more points six times and has a season-high of 14 in three separate games.

But what he does best is block shots. He’s taken that element of his game to a new level as a senior and could finish near 100 blocks before the year concludes. Petersen has seven games with five or more blocks and twice has blocked nine shots.

Derek Rollins – Millard North, Junior, 6-5

Rollins is the best player on a Millard North team that is coming off four straight years in the state title game. As a sophomore, he averaged 14 points and eight rebounds during a runner-up season. This winter, he’s leading the Mustangs at 18 points, 10 rebounds and 2.3 blocks every time he takes the court.

Rollins is starting to receive some attention as a potential Division-I recruit from the Summit League and other mid-majors. Nebraska has shown some interest and he has an offer from Bryant University, a D-1 school in Rhode Island.

“Derek is a quiet competitor. He doesn’t say much, and never gets too high or too low; he’s always level-headed,” coach Mike Etzelmiller said. “On the floor< Derek is able to play multiple positions – he’s strong enough to play inside, quick enough to take his defender off the dribble on the perimeter and more than capable of shooting from the outside.”

William Skavdahl – Sioux County, Senior, 6-3

Skavdahl is a force down low who continues to add more and more to his offensive skill set. The Sioux County senior is close to averaging a double-double at 9.8 points and 8.9 rebounds through 13 games of the 2023/24 season. He started the year with 17 rebounds in the first game of the season and has had four more games with 10 or more boards to go with six games of double-digit points.

And while his offensive abilities have continued to progress since he scored just 44 points in 15 games as a sophomore, it's his defensive abilities that have grown the most. Skavdahl had 30 combined blocks as a sophomore and junior. With just about half the season still remaining in 2024, he already has 40. Four times he’s blocked five or more shots in a game.

Leyton Snodgrass – York, Junior, 6-5

The name Snodgrass, plus the town of York, has been synonymous with football lately. And to be sure, this Snodgrass is also part of the Dukes' football program and has his moments on the gridiron. But it’s on the hardwood where he’s making his own name.

Leyton, a 6-3 power forward, is averaging over 16 points per game this season while pulling down six rebounds and shooting 58%. He had 21 the first game of the year and has been in double figures for every contest except for one. Snodgrass has also put together totals of 20, 23 and 27 while being an efficient 58% from the floor and 78% from the foul line. He’s had two double-doubles but could have a lot more with another rebound or two in several games.

“Leyton is a long wing that can score in the post and is a good three-point shooter at 6-5,” York coach Scott Lamberty said. “He's also getting better at his first-step dribble attacks. Leyton runs the floor well as well. He's getting better day by day for us.”

Kevin Stubblefield – Westside, Senior, 6-4

How do you guard Kevin Stubblefield? It’s a question few coaches know how to answer because of his unique mix of size, strength and athleticism. An ability to handle the ball and shoot from long range makes him a difficult matchup for post players. Try and match his quickness with a guard and most will be too small to withstand his physical presence.

Opponents have been finding that out the hard way the last two years. He scored over 400 points as a junior, shot 54% and grabbed 146 rebounds. Midway through his senior year, Stubblefield is averaging 17 points per game, has increased his shot-making to 61% and went from 32% to 39% from distance.

“He has matured significantly since his freshman year and has learned to work harder on the practice court and in the weight room,” Westside coach Jim Simons said. “Kevin is playing harder more consistently and has developed much more resiliency fighting through on-court adversity. It has been really fun to watch him grow and mature both as a player and as a young man.”

Brohdey Wood – Cambridge, Senior, 6-4

Wood is blossoming in his senior season at Cambridge. Through 16 games, he’s nearly averaging a double-double, and based on his level of play so far, should achieve that before the end of the year.

He began to make his mark last year, mostly on the glass where he totaled 156 rebounds and started the season with an impressive 17-rebound effort. Wood could score a little as well but only scored 10 or more four times.

This winter, the scoring element of his game has become more consistent. He’s been in double digits nine out of 16 games and had his first 20-point effort on Dec. 5 when he scored exactly 20 while going 10 for 19. And rebounding remains a strength as well. Wood had 19 rebounds during his 20-point game and has had 10 or more nine times.

“Brohdey has grown a ton as a basketball player in the last couple of years. He has turned himself into a force around the basket by focusing on giving consistent effort on the offensive glass, running the floor in transition and working for early position in the post when we have the ball,” Cambridge coach Clay Shepard said. “He keeps it simple, and it has made him extremely efficient. Another big change that has made him a much more effective weapon for us is his improved free throw shooting.”

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