In an incredible season filled with outstanding players, Whatcom Hoops is ranking the top 30 boys. Each day we’ll feature an amazing player in our county and count down until we get to #1. So join us daily as we honor the best of the best.
#8
Marcus Nixon, junior, Squalicum
WHY HE’S #8: What’s remarkable about Nixon is not that the powerful 6-foot-1 guard is one of the best basketball players in the Northwest Conference but that basketball is really his “other” sport. After averaging less than 2 points a game as a sophomore, Nixon exploded on the scene this season, averaging 16 points, nearly 7 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and a league-leading 3 steals a game. The Division I football prospect could take over any game as he did with 32 points against Bellingham. In addition to being the Storm’s leader on the court and earning the team’s most improved award, Nixon was named to the all-NWC second team.
COACH TYLER HANNIGAN: “Marcus was the backbone of our team this season, showcasing remarkable improvement and leadership on and off the court. Not only did his efforts show up in the box score but his consistent dedication was invaluable to our success with a squad that had no seniors. He is a true team player and leader, and I am incredibly proud to have coached him.”
Links to previous Whatcom Hoops Top 30
#10: Jerome Toby Jr., Lummi Nation
#12: Brady Elsner, Lynden
#13: Caden Heutink, Nooksack Valley
#15: Brady Ackerman, Nooksack Valley
#16: Hunter Calloway, Squalicum
#18: Noah Tavis, Blaine
#20: Kincade Van Houten, Bellingham
#21: Kayden Stuit, Lynden Christian
#22: Josiah Weeda, Blaine
#23: Austin McKay, Sehome
#24: Bhavnoor Grewal, Ferndale
#26: Jonah Brillowsky, Ferndale
#28: Kell Reardon, Mount Baker
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