Fighting Hawks Sign Three New Talents: Sather’s Latest Recruiting Class Unveiled

Fighting Hawks Sign Three New Talents: Sather’s Latest Recruiting Class Unveiled

November 20, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor Sports

University of North Dakota Men’s Basketball Announces New Signees for 2025-26 Season

Location: Grand Forks, N.D.

Coach Paul Sather has officially welcomed three new players to the University of North Dakota men’s basketball team for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The announcement was made on November 20.

Meet the Signees

Marley Curtis

  • Position: Forward
  • Height: 6’8″
  • Hometown: St. Louis Park, Minnesota
  • High School: St. Louis Park HS
  • Highlights:
    • Four-year letterwinner
    • Averaged 19.1 points (6th in Metro West) and 5.8 rebounds per game (5th in Metro West) as a junior
    • Plays on Team J Sizzle in AAU basketball

Coach Sather’s Insight on Marley:

“Marley is a physically imposing guard. He possesses great size, skill, and athleticism. On offense, he has a shooter’s mentality and can attack the basket aggressively. His defensive abilities allow him to guard multiple positions effectively.”

Micah Curtis

  • Position: Forward
  • Height: 6’8″
  • Hometown: St. Louis Park, Minnesota
  • High School: St. Louis Park HS
  • Highlights:
    • Four-year letterwinner
    • 2024-25 Preseason All-State selection
    • Averaged 21.7 points (3rd in Metro West) and 11.9 rebounds (led conference)
    • Member of the National Honor Society

Coach Sather’s Insight on Micah:

“Micah is a hybrid player. He combines the skills of a guard with the size of a forward, making him a matchup challenge. His physicality and finesse set him apart. He’s improved his shooting range and can finish strong at the basket.”

Karson Ouse

  • Position: Forward
  • Height: 6’7″
  • Hometown: Horace, North Dakota
  • High School: Kindred HS
  • Highlights:
    • Earned All-Region honors as a sophomore and junior
    • Contributed to two regional championships
    • Averaging 12.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game
    • Scored a career-high 24 points in a state semifinal game

Coach Sather’s Insight on Karson:

“Karson has great potential. His size and shooting ability fit our style of play well. We are excited to have him join the team, and he is enthusiastic about coming to the University of North Dakota.”

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