Versatile freshman guard-forward making an early all-around impact at Doane
Gardiner has opened his freshman season as a high-efficiency, do-everything piece for Doane, averaging 15.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists while shooting 75.0% from the field in 2025-26[1]. What stands out is his versatility: he can score, create for others and rebound like a forward, which makes him a strong fit for lineups that value multi-positional playmaking. His high-school production also points to a steady two-way presence, with 12.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.8 steals per game in 2024-25[2].
