The season does not start until November 15 but
that does not mean IowaPreps.com cannot look ahead. This year has all the
makings of another outstanding finish because of the amount of talented players
and athletes all across the State. IowaPreps.com looks ahead and has put
together out pre-pre-season Class 4A top ten. This list is subject to
change but is meant to get fans excited about the upcoming season.
1.) Iowa City West
Although the Trojans saw starter Michael Walker head to prep school, West
returns two All State caliber players in sophomore Jordan Stoermer and senior
Ali Farokhmanesh. Both have had big off-seasons on the AAU circuit and
that will show this winter. And with Coach Bergman back at the helm, look
for West to get after it defensively. The Trojans are always a tough team
to score on.
2.) Des Moines Hoover
The Huskies received some serious consideration for the number one spot but will
have to play up to their potential this season. Raymond Miller and
De'Anthony Zanders will be the leaders on this team. Zanders is a heady
point guard who can score points in a hurry. Miller may be the best
athlete in Iowa.
3.) Pleasant Valley
The Spartans fell repeatedly to the eventual State champions from Bettendorf.
But with most of that Bulldog team now graduated, look for Pleasant Valley to
take over in the MAC Conference. Brian Larson was named All State as a
junior. A host of other talented players return, include Brett Greenwood,
Matt Ryder, and others.
4.) Linn-Mar
With the consensus best player in Iowa returning, the Lions will be tough to
beat. But outside of Jason Bohannon and Jordan Printy, there are a lot of
question marks. Linn-Mar will have a tougher time this season but will be
a lot more fun to watch.
5.) Cedar Falls
With only one senior on the roster last year, Cedar Falls will be a tough team
to beat. The Tigers have State tournament experience but may have a late
start on the year. Many of the standout basketball players are playing for
the #3 ranked Cedar Falls football team.
6.) Bettendorf
Many expect the Bulldogs to have a down year after winning a State title, but
don't expect that to be the case. Bettendorf did lose a lot to graduation
but there are some very talented players waiting in the wings.
7.) Sioux City East
Roman Gentry and crew had a chance to experience playing at the State
tournament. But now the Black Raiders must replace All Stater Dan Bohall
to get back to Des Moines.
8.) Urbandale
Junior Ethan Freeman is heading into his third year as a starter for Urbandale
and is a very good athlete. Also returning are two solid seniors in Jake
Jacobs and Nevin Conlon.
9.) Cedar Rapids Kennedy
The Cougars were hampered last year by early injuries that saw them struggle
through the early part of the season. But with seniors Ben Lamaak and Ryan
Keel back, look for Kennedy to be tough if they can remain healthy.
10.) Johnston
This team will be somewhat inexperienced but with Iowa's top junior, Brent Barz,
on the roster, Johnston will be a tough team to beat. Also keep an eye on
senior Joel Quick.
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that does not mean IowaPreps.com cannot look ahead. This year has all the
makings of another outstanding finish because of the amount of talented players
and athletes all across the State. IowaPreps.com looks ahead and has put
together out pre-pre-season Class 4A top ten. This list is subject to
change but is meant to get fans excited about the upcoming season.
1.) Iowa City West
Although the Trojans saw starter Michael Walker head to prep school, West
returns two All State caliber players in sophomore Jordan Stoermer and senior
Ali Farokhmanesh. Both have had big off-seasons on the AAU circuit and
that will show this winter. And with Coach Bergman back at the helm, look
for West to get after it defensively. The Trojans are always a tough team
to score on.
2.) Des Moines Hoover
The Huskies received some serious consideration for the number one spot but will
have to play up to their potential this season. Raymond Miller and
De'Anthony Zanders will be the leaders on this team. Zanders is a heady
point guard who can score points in a hurry. Miller may be the best
athlete in Iowa.
3.) Pleasant Valley
The Spartans fell repeatedly to the eventual State champions from Bettendorf.
But with most of that Bulldog team now graduated, look for Pleasant Valley to
take over in the MAC Conference. Brian Larson was named All State as a
junior. A host of other talented players return, include Brett Greenwood,
Matt Ryder, and others.
4.) Linn-Mar
With the consensus best player in Iowa returning, the Lions will be tough to
beat. But outside of Jason Bohannon and Jordan Printy, there are a lot of
question marks. Linn-Mar will have a tougher time this season but will be
a lot more fun to watch.
5.) Cedar Falls
With only one senior on the roster last year, Cedar Falls will be a tough team
to beat. The Tigers have State tournament experience but may have a late
start on the year. Many of the standout basketball players are playing for
the #3 ranked Cedar Falls football team.
6.) Bettendorf
Many expect the Bulldogs to have a down year after winning a State title, but
don't expect that to be the case. Bettendorf did lose a lot to graduation
but there are some very talented players waiting in the wings.
7.) Sioux City East
Roman Gentry and crew had a chance to experience playing at the State
tournament. But now the Black Raiders must replace All Stater Dan Bohall
to get back to Des Moines.
8.) Urbandale
Junior Ethan Freeman is heading into his third year as a starter for Urbandale
and is a very good athlete. Also returning are two solid seniors in Jake
Jacobs and Nevin Conlon.
9.) Cedar Rapids Kennedy
The Cougars were hampered last year by early injuries that saw them struggle
through the early part of the season. But with seniors Ben Lamaak and Ryan
Keel back, look for Kennedy to be tough if they can remain healthy.
10.) Johnston
This team will be somewhat inexperienced but with Iowa's top junior, Brent Barz,
on the roster, Johnston will be a tough team to beat. Also keep an eye on
senior Joel Quick.
Agree/disagree? Post your thoughts here!
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