2024 State Tournament Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PF [player_tooltip player_id='1376674' first='Calix' last='Cahill'] (Dallas Center-Grimes)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DCG had a rough quarterfinal against Kennedy, but Cahill played really well, scoring 20 points on 7-10 shooting with 6 rebounds. A bouncy 6-6 forward who showed the ability to create off the dribble a bit in that game, an added element to his game, he has some potential as a future stretch-4 at a small school with his blend of strength, athleticism, and footwork. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SF [player_tooltip player_id='2377280' first='Kaiden' last='Quandahl'] (Decorah)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quandahl was the glue guy for the Vikings, a bouncy 6-4 wing who can defend multiple positions and snatch rebounds out of nowhere. He's not much of a weapon offensively, but his athleticism and bounce are for real, and he's an intriguing athlete.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SF [player_tooltip player_id='1376686' first='Jesse' last='Van Kalsbeek'] (MOC-Floyd Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Van Kalsbeek was absolutely dominant in the Dutchmen's two games, scoring from all three levels, dominating the glass, and showing versatility on the defensive end. The Northwestern College signee will make a significant jump up the final 2024 rankings after his dominant play at the state tournament. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PG [player_tooltip player_id='2325381' first='Lyle' last='Olsen'] (Hudson)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Olsen is the consummate team-first player who does whatever is asked of him - sometimes he needs to be the go-to scorer, sometimes he's the facilitator, sometimes he's the lockdown defender. He buys into his role and plays each of them well. He can score from all three levels, has good court vision and handles, and is a strong, versatile defender. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SG [player_tooltip player_id='2377331' first='Caleb' last='Douma'] (Western Christian)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A 6-1 shooter with a quick release off the catch, Douma will make his debut in the final 2024 rankings. He shot the ball really well for the Wolfpack in their three games, and his off-ball movement, shooting, and defensive IQ will make him a good small-college player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SF [player_tooltip player_id='2377345' first='Tyler' last='Mantel'] (Western Christian)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Like Douma, Mantel is a 6-1 wing who can do a little bit of everything on the floor, knocking down open looks from 3, moving the ball well, and playing strong, disciplined defense. He's the type of player who does a little bit of everything well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PG [player_tooltip player_id='2377318' first='Uchan' last='Harberts'] (Western Christian)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A quick, athletic guard with good length, Harberts gave the Wolfpack solid production on both ends of the floor throughout the week. He uses his length well on the defensive end, getting into passing lanes and using it to contest shots on the perimeter. He also showed the ability to create looks for himself and his teammates off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PG [player_tooltip player_id='2204880' first='Kannon' last='Still'] (Marquette Catholic)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Still is small, listed at 5-6, and that will certainly hold him back a bit, but he's a confident guard who wants to have the ball in his hands in big moments, as he proved during the semifinal win over Lake Mills, hitting the game-winner. He has a quick release and uses his handles and footwork to help create a little additional space to get his shot off.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SF [player_tooltip player_id='2377373' first='Aiden' last='Lofstrom'] (North Union)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lofstrom will enter the final 2024 rankings, in part because of his strong play throughout the season, and in part because of a strong showing against Lake Mills in the quarterfinals. A 6-3 wing who can create off the dribble and get to the rim, he also has a good-looking stroke out to the arc, competes on the glass, and can defend a few different spots on the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->