Updated 2026 Player Rankings: Shooter Newcomers

The Prep Hoops Wisconsin Class of 2026 Player Rankings were released this week, and the extensive list includes the top 175 players in the class. Below are profiles of the top shooter newcomers to the top 100: No. 37 [player_tooltip player_id='2375323' first='Blake' last='Risler'], 6-2, SG, Regis ([program_tooltip program_id='2076023' first='Wisconsin' last='Academy'])   A gym rat in every sense of the word, Risler had a breakout sophomore season at Regis and then went on to excel on the club circuit with the [program_tooltip program_id='2076033' first='Wisconsin' last='Playmakers'] 16U UA Rise squad. His movement without the basketball is outstanding as he is in constant motion trying to gain an edge on his opponents. He can catch-and-shoot, but he's also a good shooter off the dribble. Risler has deep range and can use his accurate perimeter shot to ball fake and then put the ball on the ground and get near the basket for mid range jump shots. He averaged 20.3 points, earned first-team all-Cloverbelt West Conference honors and made 70 triples as a sophomore at Regis. No. 60 [player_tooltip player_id='2496336' first='Cade' last='Felch'], 6-4, G/F, D.C. Everest ([program_tooltip program_id='2078835' first='Wisconsin' last='Swing']) Felch makes a positive contribution nearly every time he enters a game as his energy, activity, size and strength can be a factor on defense and on the glass. But the always-moving wing prospect can also knock down shots. Already a two-year varsity performer for coach Oliver Drake at D.C. Everest, Felch flashed the skill to make multiple three-point baskets with both the Evergreens and the talented [program_tooltip program_id='2078835' first='Wisconsin' last='Swing'] 16U squad over the spring/summer. He has good elevation on his shot and uses his 6-foot-4 frame to shooter over taller defenders. As a sophomore, Felch made 61 triples and shot 36 percent from outside the arc. No. 68 [player_tooltip player_id='2386579' first='Devon' last='Feck'], 6-0, G, Rhinelander ([program_tooltip program_id='2502936' first='UTC' last='Fire']) It's one thing to take a lot of threes. It another thing to make them. Feck does both. His accuracy from outside the three-point line is nothing short of tremendous. Feck made 51 percent of his long-distance attempts as a sophomore at Rhinelander and received second-team all-Great Northern Conference honors. He flashed his soft jumper all spring and summer as well for both Rhinelander and the [program_tooltip program_id='2502936' first='UTC' last='Fire'] club program. He will be a marked man for opponents next winter, and is a key component back for a Rhinelander squad expected to contend for the Great Northern crown. No. 78 [player_tooltip player_id='2496332' first='Dominik' last='Baxter'], 6-4, SG, Peshtigo ([program_tooltip program_id='2078394' first='Team' last='1848']) With size and confidence, Baxter loves to let go from outside the arc. And the results are usually positive as he has a silky smooth jumper that often finds the bottom of the net. The lanky wing prospect can score in other ways as well, but his jumper from deep must always be respected. As a sophomore, Baxter made 75-of-177 attempts from three-point range for 42 percent. He also averaged 20.3 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.0 assists on the way to earning first-team all-Packerland Conference recognition. No. 80 [player_tooltip player_id='1561933' first='Alex' last='Berget'], 5-10, G, Holmen ([program_tooltip program_id='2110787' first='Wisconsin' last='26ers']) Berget, like most shooters, can get on a roll from outside the three-point arc. He had three games as a sophomore at Holmen where he recorded at least five made triples. Also like many perimeter snipers, Berget is a bit streaky. He can make several in a row, but this miss several in a row as well. The key is he rarely loses confidence and continues to shoot even after missing a few. Berget made 60 three-point baskets and shot 46 percent from outside the arc as a sophomore at Holmen while also making 83 percent of his foul shots. No. 81 [player_tooltip player_id='2492535' first='Andrew' last='Hoeser'], 6-6, F, Neillsville Hoeser's ability to consistently make shots from the perimeter has improved since the end of the high school season. His shot-blocking ability around the rim also has taken a step forward for Neillsville. Although Hoeser did not play club ball this year -- due in large part to his ability as a pitcher in baseball -- he is looking to join a club program for the spring/summer of 2025. And his versatility, size, athleticism and skill would be welcome by virtually any team in the state. No. 83 [player_tooltip player_id='2496337' first='Tyler' last='Michalek'], 6-0, G, Whitnall ([program_tooltip program_id='2391400' first='Team' last='Herro']) Michalek spent the spring/summer playing up an age level with the [program_tooltip program_id='2391400' first='Team' last='Herro'] 17U NY2LA squad. And he performed very well, often leading the squad in scoring. His shooting ability is his biggest strength and figures to play a key role for Whitnall, which also returns senior backcourt aces [player_tooltip player_id='1300316' first='Myles' last='Herro'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1362736' first='Jack' last='Lutz']. Michalek made multiple triples in eight games for Whitnall as a sophomore, and that total figures to only increase in 2024-25. No. 85 [player_tooltip player_id='1874993' first='Theo' last='Traeder'], 6-2, Lodi ([program_tooltip program_id='2078835' first='Wisconsin' last='Swing']) An improved player in virtually all aspects of the game, Trader's biggest strength remains his ability to put the ball in the basket. And at a lanky 6-foot-2 and with a mindset set on scoring, he does that often and well for Lodi and the [program_tooltip program_id='2078835' first='Wisconsin' last='Swing']. Traeder averaged 8.6 points and made 47 percent of his three-point attempts (51 of 109) as a sophomore, numbers that could definitely increase this upcoming season. Trader and talented sophomore point guard [player_tooltip player_id='2425632' first='Kale' last='Schneider'] form a dynamic backcourt duo for the Blue Devils. No. 91 [player_tooltip player_id='2398517' first='Jonah' last='Roehrig'], 6-1, SG, Kaukauna ([program_tooltip program_id='2225511' first='All-Wisconsin' last='']) Playing for Kaukauna must be a lot of fun for Roehrig. The Ghosts love to push the ball, generate a lot of possessions and shoot a lot of three-pointers. That fits Roehrig's game perfectly. His confidence and quick release go well with the green light coach Mike Schalow gives to the talented wing guard. As a sophomore, Roehrig hoisted 125 tries from outside the arc. He made an impressive 58 to shoot 46 percent for the campaign. All but 12 field-goal attempts Roehrig recorded as a sophomore were from outside the three-point line. No. 98 [player_tooltip player_id='2303643' first='Cal' last='Loose'], 6-0, G, Port Washington ([program_tooltip program_id='2076501' first='Chapman' last='Basketball Academy']) Part of a strong backcourt at Port Washington that also includes Josh Arnold and [player_tooltip player_id='2493632' first='Kyle' last='Uselding'], Loose is a big-time shooter from outside the arc. But he is more than just a shooter as he can get into the heart of a defense and score from mid range or draw fouls and make free throws. He made 41 percent of his three-point attempts as a sophomore (59 of 145) and also shot 83 percent from the foul line while averaging a team-high 14.9 points per contest.

The Prep Hoops Wisconsin Class of 2026 Player Rankings were released this week, and the extensive list includes the top 175 players in the class. Below are profiles of the top shooter newcomers to the top 100:

No. 37 Blake Risler Blake Risler 6'3" | SG Regis | 2026 State WI , 6-2, SG, Regis ( Wisconsin Academy )