Pam Schwarz

[Grant McGinnis @GMacHoops]

What a rise it's been for @BloomingGBB standout @ElaineSchw79109 over the past year. From Southern MInnesota to the EYBL & now a top 25 prospect in the state. Elaine was on fire from the start today at the @PGHMinnesota Sophomore ID Camp in Maple Grove.

[Nike Girls EYBL @NikeGirlsEYBL]

Congratulations to our 15u EYBL Champions @NorthTartan. 🏆

#2026EYBL | #NikeNationals

[Derrick Beechum @coachbeechum]

OWU: STRATEGY AND ANALYTICS

REFERENCE GRADE ARTIFACT
@NorthTartan
NORTH TARTAN 15U EYBL
2026 NIKE NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

North Tartan completed one of the most dominant championship runs of the 2026 Nike EYBL season, finishing a perfect 21-0 while establishing a blueprint built on balance rather than individual dependence. Their offense consistently generated efficient possessions through unselfish ball movement, multiple scoring threats, and disciplined shot selection, making defensive game plans difficult because no single player carried the entire offensive burden.

Balanced scoring became the defining competitive advantage. Every lineup featured players capable of creating offense, spacing the floor, or capitalizing on defensive rotations. Rather than relying on isolation basketball, North Tartan consistently punished help defense through extra passes and high-value shot creation. Their offensive versatility prevented opponents from loading up against one primary scorer and forced defenses to guard every possession honestly.

Perimeter shooting further separated the champions from the field. North Tartan stretched defenses with elite three-point efficiency, creating driving lanes and opening interior scoring opportunities. The ability to convert catch-and-shoot opportunities while maintaining offensive spacing allowed the team to sustain scoring runs without sacrificing efficiency.

Defensively, North Tartan dictated games through disruption. Active hands, aggressive closeouts, disciplined rotations, and relentless ball pressure consistently forced turnovers and difficult shot attempts. Their defensive identity extended beyond steals; they disrupted offensive rhythm, limited second-chance opportunities, and consistently won the possession battle.

The combination of offensive balance, elite perimeter shooting, and disruptive defense produced a championship profile that translated across every matchup during the tournament. Finishing 21-0 was not simply the product of talent—it reflected a scalable system where spacing, decision-making, communication, and defensive intensity reinforced one another. North Tartan demonstrated that sustained championship basketball is built through collective execution, not individual volume, making them one of the most complete and analytically efficient teams of the 2026 EYBL season.

#OWUEvalDay #ConceptuallyThinking #BuiltDifferent #PlayerTrustNetwork #ScoutingTruths

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[NBA Future Starts Now @nbafuturenow]

NORTH TARTAN ARE YOUR 15U @NikeGirlsEYBL CHAMPIONS ‼️

[North Tartan @NorthTartan]

One, Two… let’s go for the Chip! 15 EYBL is keeping their streak alive 21-0

[Grant McGinnis @GMacHoops]

Remember the name: Elaine Schwarz (@elaineschw79109) of Blooming Prairie is a player to watch in the Class of 2029. She showed flashes of the future at the @PGHMinnesota Freshman Showcase & we're excited to watch her game grow.

[Mary Hust @hustym]

Champions in Iowa (Battle of the Best)This crew is giving us a heck of a last Dance!So fun. Went 5-0. Only team in the division to not have a loss all weekend! @JrAllStarMN @GMacHoops @NorthTartan @NorthTartanSE

[NORTHTARTAN-SE 2026 @NT_2026_SE]

What a weekend! This team plays for each other and has a blast doing it! This was a full team effort! @Lauren_Hust @AubrieKlug22 @JessicaFisher30 @Faith_Bonde @Delilah_Benj @happel_nadia @BrettonNadia @claire_sch63834 @jessie_stendel @jason_bonde @NorthTartanSE

[North Tartan @NorthTartan]

NT SE 17U Battle of the Best champions!

[NORTHTARTAN-SE 2026 @NT_2026_SE]

After a successful 3-1 trip to Iowa, we are back in action this weekend at the North Tartan Summer Jam! First game Friday 6:25 in Chanhassen then will be back to Shakopee on Saturday! @

[NORTHTARTAN-SE 2026 @NT_2026_SE]

Back in action tomorrow, at North Tartan summer jam! @jason_bonde @AubrieKlug22 @JessicaFisher30 @Lauren_Hust @Delilah_Benj @claire_sch63834 @happel_nadia @BrettonNadia @jessie_stendel @Faith_Bonde @NorthTartanSE

[NORTHTARTAN-SE 2026 @NT_2026_SE]

Played 2 tough games today! One more tomorrow. Love this team, they never give up and play hard the whole game! @AubrieKlug22 @Lauren_Hust @JessicaFisher30 @Delilah_Benj @BrettonNadia @Faith_Bonde @claire_sch63834 @jessie_stendel @happel_nadia @jason_bonde @NorthTartanSE

[Rocky Hulne @RockyHulneADH]

Going through All-Area stats and I noticed Blooming Prairie 8th grader Elaine Schwarz set a single season school record with 318 boards (12.2 rebounds per game this season). Highly impressive, considering former DI Northern Iowa player Taylor Hagen once played for the Blossoms.

[Air Minnesota Basketball @AirMinnesota]

So fun to see the littles in the gym last night! Can’t wait to watch them excel their game🏀

[Pam Schwarz @pam_schwarz]

Check out my classroom on @DonorsChoose! I'd love your help to bring my project to life: https://t.co/9JSY0XUDp0 via @donorschoose

[Pam Schwarz @pam_schwarz]

Mrs. Noterman is working on "standing tall" in the studio @NevelnSchool

[Pam Schwarz @pam_schwarz]

91 students practicing "read to self" in the studio @NevelnSchool

[Pam Schwarz @pam_schwarz]

@larockerik this is a great poster! https://t.co/ckiSBDB8uM

[George Couros @gcouros]

What are the expectations for your classroom? https://t.co/kXrsNSvVi8

[Pam Schwarz @pam_schwarz]

Voting in Blooming Prairie, MN! #countrylife @GMA

[Pam Schwarz @pam_schwarz]

The #4thgr Young Scholars @NevelnSchool are making cardboard arcade games in the #makerspace.