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<p>It is time to check out a group of young up-and-coming players. James Valley Thunder has put together a talented cast of ballers and they have a bright future ahead of them. This group is made up of all 2027 players. JVT 14U has played in one tournament so far. They play this weekend in Sioux City and have two more tournaments coming up in July.</p>
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<p>See below for JVT's team comments, schedule, roster, and player info.</p>
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<p class="has-large-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Team Comments</span></strong></p>
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<p>"<em>The 14U JVT boys team will be very competitive this summer. I love the way this team plays together and shares the ball. These boys are very athletic and highly skilled as basketball players. This team will play hard and look to push the tempo at both ends. Go Thunder!!!</em>" </p>
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<p class="has-large-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">JVT 14U Shoes - SCHEDULE</span></strong></p>
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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">DATES</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">EVENT</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">LOCATION</span></strong></td></tr><tr><td>June 9-11</td><td>SoDak Hoops</td><td>Watertown, SD</td></tr><tr><td>June 23-25</td><td>Showdown</td><td>Sioux City, IA</td></tr><tr><td>July 7-9</td><td>Sioux City Classic</td><td>Sioux City, IA</td></tr><tr><td>July 14-16</td><td>Falls Brawl</td><td>Sioux Falls, SD</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
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<p class="has-large-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">JVT 14U Shoes - ROSTER</span></strong></p>
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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">NUMBER</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">NAME</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">HEIGHT</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">HS Team</span></strong></td><td><strong>YEAR</strong></td></tr><tr><td>23</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1551734' first='Kale' last='Knudson']</td><td>5'10"</td><td>Mobridge-Pollock</td><td>2027</td></tr><tr><td>32</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1551735' first='Kamden' last='Keszler']</td><td>6'0" </td><td>Castlewood</td><td>2027</td></tr><tr><td>43</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1551736' first='Wyatt' last='Henderson']</td><td>5'8"</td><td>Mobridge-Pollock</td><td>2027</td></tr><tr><td>20</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='2039597' first='Korbin' last='Stark']</td><td>5'7"</td><td>Faulkton Area</td><td>2027</td></tr><tr><td>24</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1551739' first='Mitchell' last='Hofer']</td><td>6'1"</td><td>Aberdeen Central</td><td>2027</td></tr><tr><td>31</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1551740' first='Sam' last='Rick']</td><td>5'11"</td><td>Milbank</td><td>2027</td></tr><tr><td>34</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1551743' first='Titus' last='Kippley']</td><td>6'1"</td><td>Leola-Frederick</td><td>2027</td></tr><tr><td>52</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1551742' first='Jakob' last='Steen']</td><td>5'9"</td><td>Clark-Willow Lake</td><td>2027</td></tr><tr><td>55</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='2039596' first='Kelynn' last='Mount']</td><td>6'4"</td><td>Aberdeen Roncalli</td><td>2027</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1551734' first='Kale' last='Knudson']-Has improved his overall game and has made himself stronger over this past season. Anticipating big things from Kale this AAU season.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1551735' first='Kamden' last='Keszler'] - Has unbelievable athleticism and is very versatile on the court. Kam can play many positions and is difficult to guard, which helps his team a lot.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1551736' first='Wyatt' last='Henderson'] - Does the little things on the court that helps his team succeed. Works hard on his game and has good court sense.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2039597' first='Korbin' last='Stark'] - Very high basketball IQ. Korbin is really quick and contributes on both ends of the court. Nice addition to the Thunder program.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1551739' first='Mitchell' last='Hofer'] - Is a shooter with range. Very smart and loves success on and off the court. One of the top tennis players in the state.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1551740' first='Sam' last='Rick'] - Plays the game of basketball with energy and is very smart with his game. Really athletic and can play multiple positions and play them well.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1551743' first='Titus' last='Kippley'] - One of the hardest workers on the court. Loves to rebound and play defense. Helps his team around the basket and is getting better each day.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1551742' first='Jakob' last='Steen'] - Does the little things for his team. Jakob will outwork anyone for the ball. Quick jumper and always around the loose ball. Good inside/outside game.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2039596' first='Kelynn' last='Mount'] - Brings size to his team and jumps extremely well. Will help his team with his inside game. Contributes on both ends of the court. </p>
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<p style="font-size:30px;font-style:italic;font-weight:800">Best of luck with the remainder of the season!!</p>
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It is time to check out a group of young up-and-coming players. James Valley Thunder has put together a talented cast of ballers and they have a bright future ahead of them. This group is made up of all 2027 players. JVT 14U has played in one tournament so far. They play this weekend in Sioux City and have two more tournaments coming up in July.
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