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Ben Case '23 Recruiting Profile
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2022 SpotlightPersonal Statement
UPDATE RE: GRADES: Although I have a 3.0, this is not representative of my abilities. I was finally diagnosed with ADHD this past summer (2022) before my senior year and put on medication. Six weeks into the 2022-23 school year, with a full load of courses including Physics, Math, Law, Psychology, English, etc. I am maintaining straight A's. This is a better representation of my abilities that I will carry forward into college.
To say I love the sport of basketball is an understatement. I live, breathe, eat and sleep basketball. I also attend Rock Canyon High School in Colorado where the basketball teams are deep and many players go on to compete at the collegiate level.
At the end of my sophomore year of basketball, I made the decision to stop playing club ball and focus solely on my skills – mental and physical. I thought this was the best path to get me where I am today. I didn’t know it then, but this decision changed the trajectory of my basketball future. I worked out daily with a basketball trainer, did my own strength and conditioning as well as played pick-up games at the gym. I also spent one year with a sports psychologist, Dr. Doug Jowdy, author of The Gold Medal Mind. I absolutely learned that mental training is just as important as physical training. It completely changed my game.
I came back the next season and became a starter and a team captain. My high school coaches described my game as a “night and day” change and I am now an example to my teammates of what can be accomplished when you set a goal. My work ethic and dedication for this game are second to no one. I have not promoted myself or tweeted my highlights, but I come from an athletic family. My sister is a NCAA Division 2 swimmer at St. Cloud State University in Minnesota.
I am a positive, valuable, coachable player known for my speed and athleticism. I’m the fastest man in our basketball program and I have a solid vertical jump. I am a humble, kind and quiet player that is grateful to play the game I love and I want to continue to play this game in college.
(You can find references from my head coach and my trainer/coach in the Athletics section under "Training.")
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 1 year
- 2022 Varsity Team
- Jersey: #32
- 2021 Junior Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #3
Individual Awards
- Team Captain
Team Awards
- 2020 Sophomore Team
- Jersey: #4
- 2019 Freshman Team
- Starter- Jersey: #3
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 7 seasons
- 2020 Colorado Hoops Academy (Competitive 2019-2020)
- Coach Gabe Ware. Summer and Fall 2020 Seasons.
- 2019 Summer Rock Canyon HS Teams (Competitive 2019-2022)
- Summers 2019-2022. Tryouts held for these summer teams and cuts were made. No Freshman team due to COVID.
- 2018 Ball Til' You Fall (Competitive)
- Coach Jan-Juan Lewis. Club is no longer in operation.
- 2018 Gold Crown (High School Feeder Teams 2015-2018)
- Rock Canyon High School Gold Crown feeder teams. Tryouts held for these teams and cuts were made. 2015-2018.
- 2017 5280 Hoops (Competitive)
- Coach Richard Ray
- 2016 5280 Hoops (Competitive)
- Coach Richard Ray
- 2015 5280 Hoops (Competitive)
- Coach Richard Ray
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Kent Grams
- Private Coach
- Mike Evans Jr.
- Club Coach
- Gabe Ware
Events
- Camp/Event
- Visit Mesa Basketball Tournament
- 12/19/22 to 12/22/22
- Varsity Rock Canyon High School Team; 4-0
- Camp/Event
- Section 7
- 6/17/22 to 6/19/22
- Playing with Rock Canyon High School from Highlands Ranch, CO
- Camp/Event
- Metro State University Men's Basketball Tournament
- 5/27/22 to 5/29/22
- Rock Canyon Varsity Team; 6-1 for the weekend; 2nd place overall
Training
- Mental Game Training with Dr. Doug Jowdy, Sports Psychologist and Author of The Gold Medal Mind; Weekly sessions in 2021-22
- 1 year
- Dr. Jowdy has worked for the U.S. Olympic Committee as the first psychologist hired by the U.S. Olympic committee and he served as the team psychologist for U.S. Speed Skating and helped both the long and short track teams, including Apolo Anton Ohno, prepare for the Olympics. He was also the assistant coach of Penn State’s Men’s Ice Hockey Team. Additionally, he served as the Department Head of the Exercise/Sport Psychology program at Argosy University/Phoenix.
- Individual Basketball Training with Mike Evans Jr. (son of former Denver Nuggets player Mike Evans)
- 6 years
- Mike Evans Jr. is a former professional level basketball player and coach with the Moncton Miracles (Magic) and Halifax Rainmen (Hurricanes) of the NBLC. He participated with the Denver Nuggets in summer workouts with various NBA players and played four years of college basketball (D1, D2, Junior College). He coached high school basketball at Rock Canyon High School for six years and was granted the position of Individual Development Coach for the program.
- Coach Reference Letter
- 9 years
- To Whom It May Concern, I am very pleased to be writing this recommendation on behalf of Bennett Case. I first met Bennett at our youth camp when he was in 4th grade. He then played in our feeder system and has continued through our High School program. I believe he has a great chance to have a great senior season as a varsity player. He has been a great representation for our High School program on and off the court. He works very hard on the court, in the classroom and in the weight room. I believe Bennett’s best strengths are his work ethic, his competitive nature, and his unselfish attitude. He has matured into a great young man with a lot of promise. On the court, Bennett has developed into a very athletic guard who can score in a variety of ways. He is really smooth when he attacks the basket and can finish with both hands. He is a very capable three-point shooter but he is best as a slasher. He is getting better at reading defenses and understanding what type of cut to make offensively. Defensively, Bennett is really good on ball and understands when to rotate and take a charge. He has a lot of upside and we are hoping he develops into a bigger role for us next year. I recommend Bennett because he is a young man with a big heart who understands what it takes to be successful. Due to his determination and his characteristics I believe he will be a positive addition to any program. Kent Grams Strength and Conditioning Coach Head Boys Basketball Coach [email protected]
- Coach Reference
- 6 years
- To whom it may concern, I’ve been given the opportunity to coach and train Ben Case since he was in middle school. Ben’s work habits will separate him from his peers as he continues his career. Ben frequently reaches out to get extra gym reps and will clear his schedule to improve his game. Ben’s rebounding ability is above average for a guard, and he possess the athleticism to guard bigger opponents. His ball handling capacity allows him to play the point guard position effectively. He’s an off guard who slashes to the rim hard and finishes in a variety of ways through traffic naturally. His shooting has improved exponentially over time allowing him to be more of an offensive threat. He is explosive and strong combined with a competitive spirit. Two other outstanding qualities that Ben holds are his personality and being coachable. His classmates and teammates enjoy being around him. He doesn’t want to disappoint anyone, so whatever he is asked he will put his best foot forward. It has been a gift to watch Ben mature over the years and I genuinely believe any college would be fortunate to have him. Respectfully yours, Mike Evans II
Additional Sports
- Track
- 1 year
- Varsity Team
- 2023 Season
Statistics
| Statistic | 2021 Junior Varsity |
|---|---|
| Points/Game | 7.92 |
| Season High Points | 14 |
| Rebounds/Game | 3.1 |
| Assists/Game | 4.2 |
| Steals/Game | 2.1 |
| Free Throw Pct. | 80 |