Sturgis Scoopers: Season Review

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Sturgis basketball program entered into a new era this season. This was <em>Dan Skinner's</em> first year as the head coach. Previously, <em>Skinner</em> was an assistant for 3 seasons. The squad did not win as many games as they would have liked, but they improved as a team, made progress in the right direction, and they will work hard this offseason. The Scoopers have athletes, shooters, and quality size in their program. The future looks bright in Sturgis!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Shout-out to the Scooper All-Conference Players!</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><span style="text-decoration: underline">All-Conference</span>: [player_tooltip player_id='1342103' first='Ryan' last='Heinert'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Honorable Mention</span>: [player_tooltip player_id='1970554' first='Teigen' last='Wormstadt']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Honorable Mention</span>: [player_tooltip player_id='1972181' first='Carter' last='Williams']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">See below for team stats, player stats, a Q&amp;A session with coach <em>Skinner</em>, and the Scoopers schedule/results. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Team:</strong> Sturgis</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mascot: </strong>Scoopers</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Head Coach:</strong> <em>Dan Skinner</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Class:</strong> AA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Conference: </strong>Black Hill Conference</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Record:</strong> 8-13</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1842251,"width":"461px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/03/SeaonReview-.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/03/SeaonReview-.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1842251" style="width:461px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Team Stats</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>PPG:</strong> 53 <strong>FG%:</strong> 39 <strong>2FG%:</strong> 46 <strong>3FG%:</strong> 29 <strong>3FGM:</strong> 120 <strong>FT%:</strong> 71 <strong>FTM:</strong> 200</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>APG:</strong> 8.5 <strong>RPG:</strong> 26.7 <strong>ORPG:</strong> 7 <strong>SPG:</strong> 5.8 <strong>Charges Taken:</strong> 27 <strong>GP:</strong> 21</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Player Stats</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PLAYER</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">GP</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PPG</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">RPG</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">APG</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">FG%</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">3FGM</span></strong></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Taiton Ortlieb</strong></td><td>17</td><td>1.7</td><td>.6</td><td>.4</td><td>33</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1970554' first='Teigen' last='Wormstadt']</strong></td><td>20</td><td>7.8</td><td>3.6</td><td>1</td><td>46</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2338062' first='Hayden' last='Rock']</strong></td><td>17</td><td>6.2</td><td>3.1</td><td>.8</td><td>40</td><td>20</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2140013' first='Jaxon' last='Cano']</strong></td><td>21</td><td>1.4</td><td>1.7</td><td>.9</td><td>47</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2058166' first='Jerek' last='Dufner']</strong></td><td>14</td><td>2.2</td><td>.6</td><td>.1</td><td>30</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2376235' first='Ty' last='Petrocco']</strong></td><td>21</td><td>5.4</td><td>2.3</td><td>1.5</td><td>44</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1970467' first='Dalyn' last='Dschaak']</strong></td><td>7</td><td>2.9</td><td>2.8</td><td>-</td><td>18</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1972180' first='Ty' last='Ferguson']</strong></td><td>17</td><td>5.2</td><td>2.5</td><td>1.1</td><td>35</td><td>15</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1972181' first='Carter' last='Williams']</strong></td><td>21</td><td>4.9</td><td>3.6</td><td>.9</td><td>42</td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1342103' first='Ryan' last='Heinert']</strong></td><td>21</td><td>19.6</td><td>5.8</td><td>2.1</td><td>38</td><td>52</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Noah Schaefers</strong></td><td>20</td><td>1.2</td><td>1.9</td><td>.1</td><td>48</td><td>0</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Q&amp;A with coach <em>Dan Skinner</em></span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Do you have any initial comments on the season?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>This season was definitely a learning and developmental year for us, and we made significant strides in both areas.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Do you have any fun memories from the season that you can share?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>One fun memory from the season was witnessing our players' excitement after securing that first win of the season. The energy in the locker room was truly contagious.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: How did your team overcome adversity?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Throughout the season, we faced various ups and downs, but I'm proud of how the team came together to overcome adversity.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: What did you improve on this season?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Defensively, our focus was on shutting down the inside and dominating the boards.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who are some role players that stood out to you?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Every player on our team had to step up and fulfill crucial roles, and they did so admirably throughout the season.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Can you talk about your seniors and what will be missed?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Interestingly, we didn't have any seniors on the team, which presented a unique dynamic for us.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who are some up-and-comers to look out for in the future?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>In terms of up-and-coming players to watch out for in the future, keep an eye on [player_tooltip player_id='2338062' first='Hayden' last='Rock'], [player_tooltip player_id='2140013' first='Jaxon' last='Cano'], and [player_tooltip player_id='2058166' first='Jerek' last='Dufner']. These sophomores gained valuable experience this season and are poised to take on more responsibilities moving forward.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who was your best defensive player?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>When it comes to standout defensive performances, [player_tooltip player_id='1970554' first='Teigen' last='Wormstadt'] deserves recognition for his consistent excellence. He was our defensive anchor, often tasked with guarding the opposing team's top player, and he excelled in that role.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px","fontStyle":"italic","fontWeight":"800"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px;font-style:italic;font-weight:800">Best of luck in the offseason to the Scoopers!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2376008,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_8764.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_8764.jpeg?w=833" alt="" class="wp-image-2376008" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1842251,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/03/SeaonReview-.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/03/SeaonReview-.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1842251" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->