New Additions: ’26 SD Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last week, PHD updated the 2026 Prospect Rankings for South Dakota. To see the Full Rankings <em><span style="text-decoration: underline"><a href="https://prephoops.com/dakotas/rankings/south-dakota-rankings/2026-rankings/">CLICK HERE</a></span></em>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yesterday, we looked at Stock Risers. Today we are looking at players that were recently added to the Rankings. There is a ton of potential with this group of players! See below for the info on 11 ballers from SoDak. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1816188,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/12/PH26NMRankings-1-crop-554x364-1677264084.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/12/PH26NMRankings-1-crop-554x364-1677264084.jpg?w=553" alt="" class="wp-image-1816188" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">New Additions</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1949563' first='Sam' last='De Groot'] |6'3 SG| Sioux Falls Lincoln </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A long and versatile player that has a smooth shooting stroke. Attacks the rim with great footwork. Scores from all three levels. Has the ability to get insanely hot from beyond the arc. De Groot has deep range as well. Sam is having a fantastic spring in AAU hoops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959413' first='Wesley' last='Wittler'] |5'8 G| Sully Buttes</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Had a Rockstar frosh season! 19.1 ppg, 4.2 rpg, 3.1 apg, 2.7 spg, 47 FG%, 76 3FGM, 41.3 3FG%, 70.5 FT%, 48 FTM. Crazy numbers for a 9th grader. Has an effortless jump shot. Great feet &amp; quick release. Uses screens like a vet. Can hit from the VB line. Soft mid-range &amp; crafty finisher. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1832812' first='Brady' last='Schroedermeier'] |6'0 G| Viborg Hurley </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He helped get the Cougars to State and win 21 games! Scored 220 points, grabbed 126 rebounds, and dished 51 assists, and was an All-Conference selection. Set the tone on D &amp; created TO's. Played PG this season, a talented rebounder for age/size. Expect an even better soph year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959414' first='Cooper' last='Rasmussen'] |6'0 G| Harrisburg</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He is a vocal leader and a knockdown three-point shooter. Cooper plays hoops with a high IQ. He sticks out as a tough and physical defender. This spring, Rasmussen has shown quick feet and is a relentless on-ball defender. He is also an unrelenting &amp; active off-ball defender. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959415' first='AJ' last='Rodriguez'] |6'1 G| Madison</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He has looked good as a PG this spring. Rodriguez is a long guard at his age. His handles/skills are noteworthy. AJ does nice work at getting separation from the D. He scores at the basket and from beyond the arc. AJ creates for others and rebounds well for a PG. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1912862' first='Donnie' last='Hoof'] |5'8 G| Crazy Horse</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He helped the Chiefs win 17 games and get to the SoDak 16. Hoof had a very nice season while averaging 10 ppg, 4 apg, and 2.1 spg. Donnie is a playmaker and a gamer. He played some of his best ball in big games and hit big shots. You have to love a youngster that plays with poise!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959421' first='Caleb' last='Brink'] |6'2 SF| Sioux Falls Jefferson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He is a versatile/athletic wing that can do a bit of everything. This spring, Brink has stood out as an impactful defender. Caleb is effective at penetrating gaps, getting to the cup, and finishing. Has also been great at spacing the floor &amp; hitting in the catch-n-shoot. Tough utility player!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959422' first='Sam' last='Uhing'] |5'10 G| Sioux Falls Washington</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He has done a great job of running the PG for his SSA team. He handles pressure with ease and he does a good job of getting his squad into their O. Doe good work pushing the tempo. Sam can get hot and put up points as a smooth scorer. He can produce from every level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1950332' first='Justin' last='Bilal'] |6'3 SF| Sioux Falls Lincoln</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This spring, he has looked like a playmaker on both ends. Bilal causes problems on D &amp; he can hit J's from the outside. Justin is a versatile player that can do about anything you ask and he will excel at it. He can guard 1-5, knockdown shots, handle the rock &amp; board up. High NRG!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959423' first='Kelman' last='Said'] |6'3 G| Sioux Falls Roosevelt</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He knows how to bring the juice and gets it done on both ends. Kelman is versatile on D, has extra-long arms &amp; is a skilled baller. Has stood out as an athletic/explosive slasher. Does good work getting downhill to the rim. Has a diverse finishing package. Jumps well &amp; can fly down the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959432' first='Tobin' last='Squires'] |6'5 PF| Sioux Valley</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He is growing taller every day! His feel for the game is also constantly improving. Squires works hard and he has a desire to get better. Tobin has a nice mid-range J, moves well laterally, and is a good rebounder. He is crafty around the hoop with a nice-looking baby hook.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1337372,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/11/New-Additions.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/11/New-Additions.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1337372" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->