November 20, 2018
Blue Valley Northwest senior guard Christian Braun (0) drives the ball in the second half of last year’s matchup with Blue Valley North at BVN Jan. 12.
After claiming a 6A State Title last year with a 21-4 record on the season, senior guard Christian Braun said the Huskies aim to claim a third 6A State Championship in as many years. While losing many seniors, Braun said the Huskies gained several new players who are ready to step up to the task.
“All the new guys who haven’t played varsity, all play super hard,” Braun said. “They want to learn and are improving pretty quickly.”
With the addition of many new pieces to the varsity team, there are still several returners which head coach Ed Fritz said should help ease the transition for the younger guys.
“We have lots of senior leadership which should help,” Fritz said. “Christian Braun is a very versatile player who is a good scorer, passer, rebounder and defender. Matt Chapman got lots of experience last year [and] will be our center.”
Braun and Fitz agree that the length of the team will be the Huskies greatest strength this year as they look for a third straight state title.
“We’re all pretty tall, especially our first five guys all [being] 6’5” or taller. So that’s probably our strongest aspect,” Braun said. “I’m excited to play with some of the new guys.”
Kathryn Case is a senior writer for “The Express.” She also is involved in volleyball for BVNW along with club volleyball. Kathryn loves to play with her dog and watch “The Vampire Diaries.” This year she plans to develop and grow her writing abilities. Her favorite activity is going out to eat and shopping with friends.
