Tyler Hagedorn Explained

Tyler Hagedorn
Position:Power forward
Height Ft:6
Height In:10
Weight Lbs:230
Team:Free agent
Nationality:American
Birth Date:11 June 1996
High School:Norfolk
(Norfolk, Nebraska)
College:South Dakota (2015–2020)
Draft Year:2020
Career Start:2020
Years1:2020–2021
Team1:Budućnost
Years2:2020–2021
Team2:Studentski centar
Years3:2021
Team3:College Park Skyhawks
Years4:2021–2022
Team4:Memphis Hustle
Years5:2022
Team5:Maine Celtics
Years6:2022
Team6:Sioux Falls Skyforce
Years7:2022–2023
Team7:Iowa Wolves
Years8:2023
Team8:Austin Spurs
Years9:2023
Team9:Long Island Nets
Highlights:

Tyler Joseph Hagedorn (born June 11, 1996) is an American professional basketball player who last played for the Long Island Nets of the NBA G League. He played college basketball for South Dakota.

Early life and high school career

In middle school, Hagedorn helped his team win a tournament in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the moment he said he fell in love with basketball. Hagedorn attended Norfolk High School in Norfolk, Nebraska. He grew to 6'6 as a freshman and was a three-year starter on the basketball team. Hagedorn was named to the Third Team All-Nebraska as a junior, helping the team finish 21–7 and reach the Class A semifinal. As a senior, he averaged 17.4 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game. Hagedorn helped Norfolk finish 25–1 and reach the Class A state quarterfinals. He was named Nebraska player of the year.[1] Hagedorn graduated as the Panthers' all-time leader in games played, rebounds and blocked shots. He committed to play at South Dakota over offers from Omaha and several other Summit League programs.[2]

College career

Hagedorn came off the bench during his first two seasons at South Dakota. As a sophomore, he averaged 5.1 points and 2.6 rebounds per game, helping the team reach the NIT.[3] Hagedorn averaged 13 points and 5.9 rebounds per game as a junior, earning Second Team All-Summit League honors. Shortly before the start of his senior season, he suffered a plantar fascia injury, forcing him to miss the season and redshirt.[4] On November 15, 2019, Hagedorn scored a career-high 33 points on 12 of 17 shooting and collected eight rebounds in a 88–69 win over Texas Southern.[5] He posted 31 points, nine rebounds and two blocks on January 25, 2020, in a 91–80 win against Oral Roberts.[6] As a redshirt senior, Hagedorn averaged 18.1 points and 6.9 rebounds per game, shooting 54 percent from the floor, 51 percent from three-point range and 82 percent from the foul line.[7] A first team All-Summit League honoree, Hagedorn was just short of qualifying for the Division I lead in three-point percentage.[8]

Professional career

Budućnost (2020–2021)

On August 25, 2020, Hagedorn signed his first professional contract with Budućnost of the Montenegrin Basketball League.[9] He was subsequently loaned to Studentski centar.[10] Hagedorn averaged 6.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game in Montenegro.

College Park Skyhawks (2021)

Hagedorn joined the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2021 NBA Summer League.[11]

Hagedorn was selected second overall in the 2021 NBA G League draft by the College Park Skyhawks.[12] On December 13, he was waived after only appearing in one game.[13]

Memphis Hustle (2021–2022)

On December 19, 2021, Hagedorn was claimed off waivers by the Memphis Hustle.[14] On February 6, 2022, he was waived.[15]

Hagedorn was added to the Raptors 905 roster on February 8, 2022, as a replacement player due to a COVID-19 outbreak on the team.[16] He was waived two days later without playing a game for the team.[17]

Maine Celtics (2022)

On March 2, 2022, Hagedorn was acquired by the Maine Celtics from the available player pool.[17]

Sioux Falls Skyforce (2022)

On October 24, 2022, Hagedorn joined the Santa Cruz Warriors training camp roster.[18] However, he did not make the final roster. On November 16, Hagedorn joined the Sioux Falls Skyforce, but was waived on December 8 after seven appearances.[19]

Iowa Wolves (2022–2023)

On December 13, 2022, Hagedorn signed a contract to join the Iowa Wolves.[20] On January 14, 2023, Hagedorn was waived.[21]

Austin Spurs (2023)

On February 4, 2023, Hagedorn was acquired by the Austin Spurs. He was waived two days later.[22]

Long Island Nets (2023)

On February 13, 2023, Hagedorn was acquired by the Long Island Nets.[23] However, he was waived on February 27.

Personal life

Hagedorn is the son of Randy and Patti Hagedorn. His father works as a basketball referee and executive director of the Norfolk YMCA. Hagedorn has a younger brother Matt and an older sister Breanna, who played basketball at Doane University.[2] He is a member of the Nathional Honor Society and has volunteered for his church and Mercy Meals of America.[1]

External links

Notes and References

  1. News: Nebraska Boys Basketball POY: Tyler Hagedorn . August 25, 2020 . . March 20, 2015.
  2. News: Kaipust . Rich . Norfolk's Tyler Hagedorn earned stripes by tagging along with referee father . August 25, 2020 . . March 11, 2015.
  3. News: Snow pushes Iowa tipoff back two hours . August 25, 2020 . . March 15, 2017. Newspapers.com.
  4. Web site: Mitchell . Greg . Back in the mix, Tyler Hagedorn looks to make history at South Dakota . Mid-Major Madness . . August 25, 2020 . October 23, 2019.
  5. News: Petersen . Ron . Tyler Hagedorn shines at South Dakota . August 25, 2020 . . December 14, 2019.
  6. News: Schinzel . Gene . 13 months after a tough decision, former Norfolk star Tyler Hagedorn is having a comeback season . August 25, 2020 . . January 29, 2020.
  7. News: Zimmer . Matt . Doug Wilson, Tyler Hagedorn earn all-district honors . August 25, 2020 . . March 26, 2020.
  8. News: Hoeck . Jeremy . Hoeck: Hagedorn — USD's 'Marked Man' And Historic Shooter — Is Quite The Thinker . August 25, 2020 . . March 6, 2020.
  9. News: Buducnost officially signs Fletcher Magee and Tyler Hagedorn. Sportando. August 25, 2020. August 25, 2020. Maggi . Alessandro .
  10. Web site: Budućnost dovela dva mlada Amerikanca i proslijedila ih u Studentski centar: Hagedorn i Megi za budućnost. Vijesti. August 25, 2020. November 10, 2020. Serbian.
  11. Web site: Los Angeles Lakers 2021 MGM Resorts NBA Summer League Roster . April 17, 2022 . NBA.
  12. News: Grant. Sweeter. USD Alum Hagedorn selected second overall in NBA G League Draft. Keloland. October 23, 2021. October 23, 2021.
  13. Web site: College Park Skyhawks on Twitter: "The College Park Skyhawks announced that they have requested waivers on Tyler Hagedorn.". Twitter. December 15, 2021.
  14. Web site: 2021–2022 Memphis Hustle Transactions History. RealGM.com. December 21, 2021.
  15. Web site: 2021–22 NBA G League Transactions. gleague.nba.com. February 6, 2022. February 6, 2022.
  16. Web site: Murphy . Blake . Raptors 905 have added Will Davis, Tyler Hagedorn, and Blake Francis as replacement players. . Twitter . February 10, 2022 . February 8, 2022.
  17. Web site: 2021–22 NBA G League Transactions. gleague.nba.com. February 10, 2022. March 4, 2022.
  18. Web site: Santa Cruz Warriors Announce 2022 Training Camp Roster. gleague.nba.com. October 24, 2022. October 24, 2022.
  19. Web site: SKYFORCE ACQUIRES STANLEY JOHNSON. NBA.com. December 8, 2022. December 8, 2022.
  20. Web site: 2022-23 NBA G League Transactions. gleague.nba.com. December 13, 2022. December 13, 2022.
  21. Web site: 2022-23 NBA G League Transactions. gleague.nba.com. January 14, 2023. January 14, 2023.
  22. Web site: 2022-23 NBA G League Transactions. gleague.nba.com. February 4, 2023. February 4, 2023.
  23. Web site: 2022-23 NBA G League Transactions. gleague.nba.com. February 27, 2023. February 13, 2023.