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Pierre, SD – The Governors have started out hot this season! They are 2-0 on the year with both games being blowouts. They took down Rapid City Stevens 68-38 and they beat Rapid City Central 61-32. Tonight Pierre hosts Sturgis Brown.…
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Continue ReadingPierre, SD – The Governors have started out hot this season! They are 2-0 on the year with both games being blowouts. They took down Rapid City Stevens 68-38 and they beat Rapid City Central 61-32. Tonight Pierre hosts Sturgis Brown. Read below for comments from head coach Brianna Kusler, information on the Governor players, and their full schedule.
Coach Brinna Kusler team comments
“We are excited about the growth our kids had in the offseason. They embraced the challenges, and have shown they are ready to compete. We have a lot of athletes who we believe will have an opportunity to make an impact on our team this season. The depth and versatility allow us to push the tempo, continue to bring intensity defensively, and create opportunities through our defense, rebounding, and transition. In addition, it creates tremendous competition each day in practice. Our gym has been full of energy with guys ready to compete against themselves and others.”
Top Players
Lincoln Kienholz Lincoln Kienholz 6'3" | PG Pierre | 2023 State SD (2023) |6-3 G|
He is an all-star athlete and a standout in every sport that he plays. Lincoln is a complete player with a strong basketball IQ. He is skilled in all elements of the game, creating a dynamic playmaker with strong court awareness and explosiveness. Kienholz is a challenging matchup for teams due to his versatility and athleticism.
Jackson Edman Jackson Edman 6'7" | SF Pierre | 2023 State SD (2023) |6-5 F|
He is a long, athletic forward with the ability to defend and score inside and out. Jackson’s versatility from an offensive and defensive perspective is a tremendous threat. Edman has great court awareness and passing ability, in addition to his length and ability to create inside.
Matthew Hanson (2022) |6-4 F|
He is an experienced senior who has a competitive edge. Matthew is an excellent rebounder and Pierre will look to him to be a key leader on this team.
Jack Merkwan (2023) |6-3 G|
He is a quick and athletic guard who brings length and speed off the dribble. Jack is a great defender and a versatile scorer with improved ball-handling abilities. Merkwan creates space and elevates well.
Christian Busch (2023) |6-4 F
He is an athletic, versatile post who can score with his back to the basket or hit the mid-range shot. Christian’s strength will create a strong inside presence and a great combination with Jackson Edman Jackson Edman 6'7" | SF Pierre | 2023 State SD .
Jacob Mayer (2023) |6-0 G|
Mayer is a quick defender and smart athlete who creates a lot of opportunities for his teammates through his ability to push the tempo and put pressure on the returning defense.
Governors Schedule
December 10 @ Rapid City Stevens. W 68-38
December 11 @ Rapid City Central. W 61-62
December 17 (home) vs Sturgis Brown
December 18 (home) vs Spearfish
January 6 (home) vs Sioux Falls Lincoln
January 8 @ Sioux Falls Washington
January 11 @ Winner
January 13 (home) vs Mitchell
January 20 (home) vs Douglas
January 21 (home) vs Brandon Valley
January 25 (home) vs Aberdeen Central
January 28 @ O’gorman
January 29 @ Harrisburg
February 4 (home) Yankton
February 8 @ Huron
February 11 @ Bismarck (ND)
Februaary 17 @ Brookings
February 18 (home) vs Watertown
February 22 (home) vs Sioux Falls Jefferson
February 26 @ Sioux Falls Roosevelt