This is the 8th preview in my metro area season previews series. In this installment, I take a look at the Northwest Suburban Conference. To access all of the previews in the series, view the season preview page here.
The league has some teams taking major hits due to graduation. Do those teams rebuild or reload? Will that mean that Osseo still wins the conference crown? Will Elk River rebound from a down season? With all the star power gone, what players step up as stars in the league?
Champlin Park Rebels (2008 season 17-11, 12-6 Conference)
The Rebels look to be the major threat to Osseo's throne. Jasper Duberry returns at the point. Kyle Zimmerman and Josh Pella are a dynamic forward duo. Zimmerman is undersized but the lefty is surprisingly effective inside and he can also step out to 3 and shoot it. Pella is an athletic wing who can do a bit of everything. Jordan Reibling is a shooter and Dillon Hager is a defensive minded backup point guard. Junior TJ Okafor could have a breakout year inside. Him and D'Andre Williamson will man the center spot.
Predicted Order of Finish
- Champlin Park
- Osseo
- Centennial
- Blaine
- Elk River
- Maple Grove
- Park Center
- Anoka
- Andover
- Coon Rapids
Conference MVP: Kyle Zimmerman - Champlin Park
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Tim Theisen picture courtesy of MNPhotoNet.net
I had a chance to ask Osseo coach Tim Theisen some questions about the Orioles and the Northwest Suburban Conference.
Minnesota Preps subscribers can read that interview here.
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