Horace High's Carter Evanson Named North Dakota Mr. Basketball

The Hawks' star player describes the honor as 'amazing' and 'indescribable'.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 9:49am

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Carter Evanson, a standout player for the West Fargo Horace High School basketball team, has been named the 2026 North Dakota Mr. Basketball. This marks the first time a Horace High athlete has received the prestigious statewide honor.

Why it matters

The Mr. Basketball award is one of the highest individual accolades a high school basketball player in North Dakota can receive, recognizing exceptional skill, leadership, and sportsmanship. Evanson's achievement is a significant milestone for the young Horace High athletics program, which is quickly establishing itself as a rising force in the state.

The details

Evanson, a senior at Horace High, led the Hawks to a strong season and deep playoff run. He was selected for the Mr. Basketball honor by a panel of coaches and media members across the state, recognizing his all-around talent and impact on the game.

  • Evanson was named the 2026 North Dakota Mr. Basketball on March 27, 2026.
  • Horace High opened its doors and launched its athletic programs just a few years ago, in 2023.

The players

Carter Evanson

A senior basketball player at West Fargo Horace High School who was named the 2026 North Dakota Mr. Basketball, the first such honoree from the school.

Jaiden Haile

The 2025 North Dakota Miss Basketball, the first player from Horace High to receive that award.

West Fargo Horace High School

A relatively new high school in North Dakota that has quickly established its athletics programs, including producing the state's Mr. and Miss Basketball winners in consecutive years.

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What they’re saying

“It feels amazing, words can't describe this feeling.”

— Carter Evanson, 2026 North Dakota Mr. Basketball

What’s next

Evanson will be honored at the North Dakota Mr. Basketball awards ceremony on April 15, 2026.

The takeaway

Horace High's rapid rise in high school basketball, culminating in back-to-back Mr. and Miss Basketball winners, demonstrates the program's ability to develop elite talent and the school's growing reputation as an athletic powerhouse in North Dakota.