From MLive

WALKER - Carson Meulenberg likes to dunk.

Who wouldn’t when you’re a lanky 6-foot-6 and have springs in his legs?

In one year, the Grand Rapids Covenant Christian forward went from “who?” to one of the best un-signed high school players in West Michigan. He dunked on an in-bounds play 30 seconds into Wednesday’s Class C district semifinal. Meulenberg had eight points and four assists in limited playing time as the Chargers (18-4) beat Holland Black River 62-15.

“It’s always fun to get a dunk,” Meulenberg said with a smile. “It’s fun when (in-bounds plays) work. It’s about 50-50. Sometimes they don’t work out.”

Meulenberg has drawn attention from several colleges, but has yet to make his decision. 

“I’m definitely hoping to play in college somewhere,” said Meulenberg, who has been talking to Cornerstone, Calvin, Hope and Davenport. “I’ve got it narrowed down to about four schools, but I haven’t made a decision yet.”

His father, David Meulenberg, played basketball at Hope College. But dad didn’t get recruited like Carson has.

“My dad always tells me he didn’t get the same looks I have,” Meulenberg said. “He got one from Hope and he took it because that’s where he wanted to go.”

Covenant Christian coach Tyler Schimmel said some college is going to get a gem.

“He’s improved shooting and ball-handling,” Schimmel said. “He’s put a lot of time in the gym. But what he’s really improved on is his passing. He sees the court so well. At the next level, you can play him anywhere from a two (guard) to a five (post player). He’s a tough cover for most teams.”

Meulenberg has already competed on the big stage. He had a team-high 20 points in the Class C state title game last spring when the Chargers lost to Flint Beecher, 75-58. 

This season, he’s averaging around 16 points, seven rebounds and four assists.

“Early on, he was averaging about 20 or 25 per game,” Schimmel said. “But teams started to double team him and throw some different defenses at him. His points went down but his assists went up.” 

Covenant Christian hosts NorthPointe Christian in a Class C district final on Friday at 7 p.m.