Cheyenne-Eagle Butte: Season Rewind
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We are at the start of grassroots/AAU/spring ball but PHD is taking a look back at the high school season in this article. We have some intriguing information on the Cheyenne-Eagle Butte Braves. Team: Cheyenne-Eagle Butte Mascot: Braves Head Coach: Galen Eberhard Class: A…
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Continue ReadingWe are at the start of grassroots/AAU/spring ball but PHD is taking a look back at the high school season in this article. We have some intriguing information on the Cheyenne-Eagle Butte Braves.
Team: Cheyenne-Eagle Butte
Mascot: Braves
Head Coach: Galen Eberhard
Class: A
Region: 6
Record: 14-8
See below for Brave stats and an informational Q&A session with coach Eberhard.
Stats & Numbers
Q&A with coach Galen Eberhard
PHD: How would you sum up the season for your squad?
“We had a great turnaround season that ended one game short of the State Tournament. We were able to improve by 12 wins this season with a very young group of kids. We had 3 seniors transfer out of C-EB and took the scoring bulk with them.“
PHD: Do you have any fun memories you want to share with us?
“The most fun part of a coaching job is witnessing your athletes learn and grow. We got to watch this on a steady basis all season long with these young Braves avenging some early season losses in the playoffs.“
PHD: How did your team overcome adversity?
“To start the year off we learned that 3 of our team’s seniors and top-returning scorers had transferred schools, the fellas did not let that bother them and were ready to step up into their new roles.“
PHD: What are a few things your team improved on throughout the season?
“Our concept of team defense steadily grew throughout the year. We got a lot smarter over the course of the season while making far fewer mistakes.“
PHD: Who are some role players that stood out to you?
“ Easton Lawrence Easton Lawrence 6'5" | PF Cheyenne-Eagle Butte | 2025 State SD – 6’5 Jr. – Old school big with great feet, excellent strength, and great vision. Easton is a double-double machine. Big Dakota All-Conference. 2nd leading rebounder in Class A.“
“ Dayson Kennedy Dayson Kennedy 6'0" | SG Cheyenne-Eagle Butte | 2026 State SD – 6′ So. – Guard who can slash or shoot the 3 and light up the scoreboard in a hurry. Big Dakota All-conference.“
“ Levi Elk Nation Levi Elk Nation 5'8" | CG Cheyenne-Eagle Butte | 2026 State SD – 5’9 So. – Guard is an absolute gym rat who is not afraid to guard ANYONE. Has led the state of South Dakota in charges taken 2 straight years as a freshman and a sophomore. 5th in State A in assists (4.5) 3rd in State A in steals (2.3).“
“ Damien Clown Damien Clown 5'11" | CG Cheyenne-Eagle Butte | 2026 State SD – 5’10 So. – A superb shooter with deep range who really improved on his attacking over the course of the season.“
“ Nehemiah Veaux Nehemiah Veaux 6'0" | SG Cheyenne-Eagle Butte Braves | 2026 State SD – 6′ So. – A quick and strong all-around basketball player who will accept any role you put him in. 7th in State A in steals (2 per).“
“Austin Johnson 5’10 So. – Another quick 2-way player who played a great 6th man role this season.“
PHD: Can you talk about your seniors and what will be missed?
“We only had one senior and that is Mr. Braxton Kennedy. A 6’7 rim protector with a great touch under the basket. We will greatly miss Big Brax!!“
PHD: Who are some up-and-comers to look out for in the future?
“Danah Diver – 6′ Jr. – He will have a role as a leader. Diver is very strong and he is improving steadily.“
“Nicholas Woods – A very high IQ sophomore who brings a lot of steadiness on the floor.“
“Aiden Uses Knife – 6’4 So. – Who is very smooth and can put points on the board quickly.“
“Jayden Taken Alive – 6′ So. – He possesses a great mix of speed and strength.“
“Destinn Straight Head – So. 6’1 – He is a very strong and excellent rebounder.“
“Decimus Grass – 6’2 So. – Super smooth with a great handle and good range.“
“Nicholas Joaquin Jr. Fr. – Point guard who is a very good scorer.“
“Marty Marshall Fr. – Another athletic freak who has only improved.“
PHD: Who was your best defensive player?
“ Levi Elk Nation Levi Elk Nation 5'8" | CG Cheyenne-Eagle Butte | 2026 State SD would with a very high motor willing to guard anybody. He has led the State in charges taken for the second straight season. I also need to mention Dayson Kennedy Dayson Kennedy 6'0" | SG Cheyenne-Eagle Butte | 2026 State SD who really stepped up his defensive role towards the end of the season. Often having to guard someone much bigger than himself and doing a great job.“
“ Nehemiah Veaux Nehemiah Veaux 6'0" | SG Cheyenne-Eagle Butte Braves | 2026 State SD is an excellent help-side defender, with a very high defensive IQ.“
PHD: Any last comments/thoughts on the season?
“We surpassed our goals this past season and look to get stronger and faster in the off-season.“