"Force at the Rim, Fuel for Winning"

Ivan Stojanovski

@ivanstoj1

IG: @ivanstojanovski_

6’6, 195lbs, Class of 2026

Brother Rice HS, MI

Ivan is a high-fly dynamo who plays with pace, power, and real intent. He runs the floor with purpose and attacks the rim with ruthless aggression, putting defenders on their heels the moment he gets downhill. A strong ball handler with a crafty touch, Ivan thrives in the paint, finishing through contact and rising with force. He can hit open threes, but his calling card is getting to the rim and making the defense deal with him. He mixes it up on the boards, pushes tempo, and drops sweet dimes that keep his teammates fed and the offense flowing.

This season, Ivan is producing across the board, averaging 10 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 1 steal per game. Those numbers match his style, active, physical, and all over the game. The biggest improvement has come physically. Ivan added 20 pounds to his body, becoming stronger, faster, and more athletic, and that offseason work is showing up on both ends. He absorbs contact better, finishes plays with more force, rebounds with more strength, and holds his ground defensively while playing with a high motor.

Ivan takes pride in defense and competes every possession. He embraces guarding multiple spots, brings heat on the ball, and stays active off it. Offensively, he’s not just looking for his own bucket. He’s creating, reading the floor, and making the right play, whether that’s a strong drive, a kick-out, or a quick hit ahead in transition. He’s also clear about what he wants to keep building, continuing to grow his three-point shot while staying true to what makes him dangerous.

What fires him up most is showing everyone how much work he put in when few were watching. After not playing much last year, Ivan has stepped into a much bigger role and embraced it with hunger and confidence, wanting the state to know his name. His goals are a state championship this season, then continuing to build his game for the next level.

I assess that Ivan’s ability to pressure the rim, run the floor, and rebound can help a college program in real ways. His size, athleticism, and improved strength make him a tough downhill threat who can also create for teammates when defenses collapse. Defensively, his motor and willingness to guard multiple spots can add toughness and energy to a lineup, especially in transition, where he can turn stops into instant offense.

Moving forward, Ivan is poised to be a physical, explosive wing who will keep rising as his role and confidence grow. As his three-point shot becomes more consistent and he continues improving his overall skill set, his impact will expand even more. Expect an attacking mindset, strong rebounding effort, reliable playmaking flashes, and a defender who competes with real edge every time he steps on the floor. Stay tuned.