For the seventh season in a row, Bounce and Outside the Huddle are counting down who they feel are the top 50 individual players in northeast Indiana heading into the 2025-2026 season.
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Today, we tip off the countdown on the boys hoops side with positions No. 50-46.
No. 50 – Kyle Hartsough, Lakeland
He has steadily carved out a meaningful role in a Lakeland machine that continues to compete at the top of the NECC. Last season, Hartsough averaged 9.3 points per game, grabbed 4.1 rebounds, handed out 3.4 assists, and recorded 1.9 steals per game. While he may not be the top scorer on his squad, his contributions across the board—particularly in play-making and defensive activity—underscore his value. As a floor-general, his assist rate shows he steps into a facilitating role well, and his steals and defensive prowess highlight his active instincts on that side of the court.
Coach’s Quote on Hartsough
“Kyle committed to becoming physically stronger this offseason and the results are evident in his size, appearance, and playing ability this past summer. He is an excellent shooter both set and on the move and is dynamic with the ball in his hands. Injuries impacted his season last year and he still was 3rd on the team in ppg, led us in 2pt%, and had close to a 2:1 assist to TO ratio. He is efficient with the ball and makes us an efficient team offensively. I think Kyle is going to have a very big season for us.” – Lakeland coach TJ Schneider
No. 49 – Carmani Davis, Bishop Luers
He has steadily carved out a role on the Knights these past two seasons, playing various roles for the strong, SAC contender Knights lineup. Davis appeared in 28 games in the 2024-25 season and averaged 7 points per outing while grabbing 1.1 rebounds and dishing out 1.4 assists per game. On the shooting side, his volume shows he can score when the moment calls—he put up one double-digit scoring game of 14 points in a February win over Bellmont. What stands out is his reliability, work ethic, and readiness to step in as a guard who has developed his craft. With more opportunity and continued growth, Davis is positioned to make an even larger impact for the Knights as an experienced veteran.
Coach’s Quote on Davis
“Carmani is a returning 2-year starter going into his senior year. Mani is well known around the city to be a knockdown 3pt shooter with deep range. We will need him to do that regularly to space the floor and make it difficult for teams to collapse on our bigs. Carmani has also made an intentional effort to improve defensively with his strength and agility. We will also be looking to Carmani for leadership with several young and new faces in our rotation.” – Bishop Luers coach Seth Coffing
No. 48 – Cole Knight, Fairfield
Knight averaged 7.1 points and 3.7 rebounds per game as Fairfield was in the thick of the NECC race a season ago. He has steadily emerged as a reliable supporting contributor for Fairfield and anchor inside, but is diverse enough to guard many positions on the floor. Knight’s scoring output shows he’s capable of stepping up offensively when needed. On the glass, his average of near 4 rebounds per game doesn’t quite shows the hustle and effort in traffic he put out in games that aligns with his profile as a versatile forward rather than a traditional post presence. As he continues to develop his scoring consistency and rebounding intensity, Knight looks positioned to expand his role and impact for the Falcons.
Coach’s Quote on Knight
“Cole, for a post player is an excellent passer. Last year he was second in assists on our team.” – Fairfield coach Brodie Garber
No. 47 – Daniel Yoder, Westview
Yoder kind of emerged as one of Westview’s most complete players during the 2024-25 season, balancing scoring, rebounding, and playmaking responsibilities. Yoder shot 66% from two-point range and 30% from three, while adding 38-for-63 (60%) at the free-throw line. Yoder averaged 9.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2.6 steals—highlight his all-around impact as a versatile wing who contributes on both ends of the floor. Yoder’s blend of efficiency, defensive intensity, and unselfish play made him a key piece in Westview’s balanced attack.
Coach’s Quote on Yoder
“He is a very hard worker that is always making the extra effort plays. He became tougher to guard this offseason by expanding his game to include perimeter shooting.” – Westview coach Chandler Prible
No. 46 – Max Goheen, North Side
Goheen has emerged as a promising young guard for North Side. During the 2024–25 season, Goheen averaged 10.7 points, 2.7 assists, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.9 steals per game through 22 games. Although his field goal percentage hovered near 41 %, his ability to step up in key moments was visible—such as his 21-point outing in a win vs. Concordia. What stands out about Goheen is his basketball IQ and motor: at his size, he impacts the game not just by scoring but by creating for teammates, disrupting passing lanes, and showing a willingness to take on varsity duties as an under-classman. As he continues to mature physically and refine his shooting efficiency, the North Side roster clearly benefits from having Goheen as a backbone of the backcourt.
Coach’s Quote on Goheen
“Max is the ultimate team player who takes pride in getting his teammates involved. His ability to make outside shots will be a major bonus for us this year. I believe that Max will show tremendous strides in his ability to be a scoring playmaker.” – North Side coach Shabaz Khaliq
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