SoDak ’26 Ranks-Additional Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are taking another gander at the South Dakota Prospect Rankings for the 2026 class. Last but not least....we have another Stock Riser article with some legitimate talent. We have a mix of AA, A, and B ballers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">Improvement can take many forms, such as overcoming challenges, physically growing taller, developing new skills, making positive changes, honing a craft, or simply improving your athleticism. This all requires dedication, hard work, and often involves stepping outside one's comfort zone. People who have recently improved can serve as role models and inspirations to others. It is important to recognize and celebrate the achievements of those who have recently improved, as it can help build confidence and encourage continued growth and development. By sharing their stories and experiences, these individuals can inspire others to strive for personal improvement and reach their full potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Take a look below for info on <strong>TEN</strong> talented players!</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 --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1641166' first='Brenner' last='Konrad'] |6'2 F| Tea</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bright athletic future, big/strong ATH, great leader &amp; hard worker, excels at getting to rim, versatile &amp; top-notch defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1548633' first='Keegen' last='Tracy'] |5'10 G| Groton</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fast/quick-footed backcourt player, hits from deep, slashes for points, hard-nosed defender, forces TO's, creates for others</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1656545' first='Dylan' last='Runestad'] |5'10 G| Baltic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Role player last season, should play a bigger role this year, quality perimeter shooter, plays fast, nice handles, elevates well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1641567' first='Eddie' last='Whiting'] |6'4 F| SF Jefferson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Plays w/ heart &amp; NRG, can stir things up on D, shares the ball/finds the open man, does the little things to help the team</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959440' first='Kuek' last='Kuek'] |6'4 F| SF Jefferson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wing with skills/length/athleticism, high-flying NRG, selfless teammate &amp; willing passer, works on the glass, versatile on D</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1855029' first='Levi' last='Elk Nation'] |5'7 G| Cheyenne-Eagle Butte</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Took a crazy 20 CHARGES in the HS season, intense/plays his heart out, look for Levi to be a complete stat stuffer this year</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959438' first='Kuai' last='Mayen'] |6'0 G| Sioux Falls Jefferson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Makes positive plays w/o the ball, hustler/playmaker on O-glass, I like his floater gamer, effective vs. the zone, hard worker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1821026' first='Becker' last='Bosma'] |6'4 F| Aberdeen Christian</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Knows the game well, makes smart decisions, good length for his age, produces around the hoop, consistent from deep</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1911439' first='Connor' last='Relf'] |5'8 G| SF Roosevelt</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He can really shoot the rock from 3pt land, good at changing speeds/creating space, produces points from all three levels</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1548635' first='Jack' last='Bertsch'] |6'5 F| Aberdeen Central</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sticks out w/ his size, scores at the rack, chairman of the boards, runs &amp; jumps well, continues to improve his measurables</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1003745,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/StockRisers.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/StockRisers.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1003745" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->