James Valley Thunder 17U: Breakdown

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are looking at another [program_tooltip program_id='2337876' first='James' last='Valley Thunder'] team today. This time, we are checking in on the 17U squad. Seven of the eight players are from SD with 1 player coming from ND. All of the ballers will be seniors with the exception of one player who will be a junior. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">JVT 17U has had a ton of success for far this AAU season. They are currently undefeated with an 8-0 record and two Championships!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This weekend, [program_tooltip program_id='2337876' first='James' last='Valley Thunder'] 17 is competing down in Nebraska at the River Cities Tournament. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"italic","fontWeight":"800"}},"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size" style="font-style:italic;font-weight:800"><strong>Best of luck in Nebraska this weekend!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1634111,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/10/TeamPreview.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/10/TeamPreview.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1634111" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">SCHEDULE</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table --> <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 2-4</td><td>Hoops Happen</td><td>Sioux Falls, SD</td></tr><tr><td>June 16-18</td><td>Midwest Championship Circuit</td><td>Sioux Falls, SD</td></tr><tr><td>June 30--July 2</td><td>River Cities Tournament</td><td>Omaha, NE</td></tr><tr><td>July 14-16</td><td>Falls Brawl</td><td>Sioux Falls, SD</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">ROSTER &amp; PLAYER COMMENTS</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1477437' first='Trey' last='Skoglund'] (2024) |5'11 G| Oakes</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Consistent finisher and creator in offense, one of the best defenders on the team, great leader who puts the team first</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2049884' first='Jett' last='Carlson'] (2024) |6'4 F| Aberdeen Central</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Three-level scorer who plays multiple positions, constant 3-point threat, proved himself as a consistent &amp; solid defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2049883' first='Brayden' last='Sumption'] (2024) |5'11 G| Leola-Frederick </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A left-handed three-level creative scorer, quick and agile athlete, he is always aggressive on both sides of the court</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1371416' first='Jacob' last='Zak'] (2024) |6'0 G| Groton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Creator on offense who sets the pace for the team, high understanding of the game, plays hard on both end of the floor&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1653802' first='Jaxson' last='Wildung'] (2024) |6'2 G/F| Milbank</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Great consistency on both sides, 3-levels scorer, one of the best defenders on the team, leads by example on &amp; off the court</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1625184' first='Brendan' last='Phillips'] (2025) |6'3 G/F| Aberdeen Central</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Versatile three-level scorer who brings a lot of energy on both ends, works hard and covers multiple positions defensively&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2049885' first='Grant' last='Fritz'] (2024) |6'3 PF| Aberdeen Central</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- "NRG guy" does a lot of dirty work, really good rebounder &amp; rim protector, selfless player, works hard, brings positive NRG, gets up and dunks athletically </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1563333' first='Connor' last='Spitzer'] (2024) |6'2 PF| Leola-Frederick</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Great finisher around the rim and a consistent rebounder on the glass, works hard on both offense and defense </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"large"} --> <p class="has-large-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Q&amp;A with coach <em>Dominovic</em></span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Why are you excited about this team/ roster</span>?&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Coach Dominovic</span>:</strong> "<em>I'm excited about the energy and effort these boys put in every day. Their willingness to learn and become better as a team makes my job easier. The roster is full of selfless competitors who put the team first.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: What will be a couple of your strengths as a team</span>?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Coach Dominovic</span>: </strong>"<em>As I already mentioned, playing hard for each other on both sides of the court makes this group special. Also, the roster is full of versatile &amp; talented scorers, this makes the group hard to guard as we don't depend on one player to take over.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: How often will your team practice/work out</span>?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Coach Dominovic</span>: </strong>"<em>We will practice as a team once or twice a week for two months.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: What style of basketball will you play on the offensive end</span>?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Coach Dominovic</span>: </strong>"<em>Our versatility allows us to play fast and aggressive. We're trying to run offense where everyone can play on and off the ball. It gives everyone a chance to be aggressive and work on decision making in different situations.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: What brand of defense will your team play</span>?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Coach Dominovic</span>: </strong>"<em>We'll keep it simple and play solid man-to-man defense all game long. We want to be disruptive on the ball and have an active help side.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Is there an event/tournament you are most looking forward to</span>?</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Coach Dominovic:</span> </strong>"<em>Each tournament is a new opportunity to prove ourselves and get better, but I think the tournament in Omaha will be our biggest challenge. We'll have a chance to play against some strong versatile teams.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1399487,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/SD-1.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/SD-1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1399487" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->