<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In preparation for the upcoming season, we look at what wasn't in the cards last March. Transfers and summer bloomers managed to mix up rosters in </span>NBA free agency fashion, a<span data-preserver-spaces="true">nd with graduation switching the narrative for more teams, we approach this season with many new-look programs. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Below Prep Hoops Wisconsin lists the new-look teams poised for a successful year. </span></p>
<p><strong>Brown Deer:</strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Key Departures - Brooklyn Jagers, Jaylon Gentry</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">New Additions - Armani Jones</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Brown Deer’s future was cloudy at best without Jagers and Gentry, as last year’s senior duo amassed roughly 40 points a night. But Jones, the former MAS guard, transferred this summer, reloading the backcourt with an electric volt of offense and raw talent. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Additionally, Mark Wade will take another step, as will Jeremiah Dotson, and as a trio they’ll cushion the loss of two prizefighters.</span></p>
<p><strong>Sun Prairie:</strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Key Departures - Brock Voight, Rajai Williams</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">New Additions - Braylen Blue</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Sun Prairie’s “new face” will be Colin Schaefer or Delaware Hale — or both. Still, Blue provides Sun Prairie with peace of mind for the next four years.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The freshman carries around a division one offer before ever suiting up in a high school game (for a division one program to have that foresight for a freshman is absurd, and also speaks to his skill). If he can produce even as a complementary piece this season, then Sun Prairie should feel well-suited for a run at State.</span></p>
<p><strong>Union Grove:</strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Key Departures - Nate Koch, Luke Hansel</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">New Additions - Isaiah Hoyt</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Isaiah Hoyt comes by way of transfer, but has the platform to take the reins of this program immediately. His jump shot is artwork, lacking hitches or wasted motion. And after averaging 11.4 points per game as a sophomore, he’s sure to capitalize as the number one option this season. </span></p>
<p><strong>Nicolet:</strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Key Departures: Jalen Johnson, Jamari Sibley</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">New Additions: Donovan Sparks</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Nicolet lost two potential pros this offseason. The fact that they'll enter the season with a core is impressive in itself. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Kobe Johnson and James Graham will become the primary offensive weapons as Nicolet looks to retain their prominence this season. Sparks adds some youthful input as well, as the sophomore starred on the JV squad last season and looks to mesh with a mostly brand-new varsity squad.</span></p>
<p><strong>Milwaukee Madison:</strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Key Departures: Brandon Leach, Kyran Gaines</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">New Additions: Jeffery Brazziel</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Jeffery Brazziel is the most prominent in-state transfer this offseason, bar none. As the best player in the 2022 class, the sophomore swingman possesses a unique balance of skill and size at his age — and, really, for a prospect in general. It's a consistent recipe for dominant outings, unsolicited praise and high-major potential. </span></p>
<p><strong>Xavier:</strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Key Departures - Henry Egan, Nick Otto</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">New Additions - Gus Yalden</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Despite losing their top two scorers last year, Xavier held enough talent to tread water in the Bay Conference. But with Yalden coming into the fold, they'll enter the season with a sense of direction, as his</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> skillful playstyle and elite size is already coaxing scouts and drawing salutes from NBA athletes. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Still, he's only a freshman. Just wait until he steps foot on a high school floor.</span></p>
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