Notable Senior Scorers in the Driftless Region

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leading up to the 2024-25 WIAA basketball season, I will be digging into the top performers in the Driftless Region. I'm specifically looking at players in the Big Rivers, Cloverbelt-West, Coulee, Dairyland, Dunn-St. Croix, Lakeland-West, Middle Border, Mississippi Valley, Ridge &amp; Valley, Scenic Bluffs, Six Rivers-West, South Central, Southwest Wisconsin and Southwest Wisconsin Activities League. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These ten hoopers have shown to be some of the very best when it comes to putting the ball in the bucket. Be sure to keep an eye out for them when you attend games in Southwestern and West-Central Wisconsin this season!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class of 2025 features a dynamic group of seniors who are sure to make a significant impact on their respective teams in the upcoming season. Among the top scorers in the Driftless Region, several names stand out for their impressive scoring averages and shooting efficiencies.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2493671' first='Channing' last='Brown'] from Ithaca had an impressive 2023-24 season, averaging 23.7 PPG with a 49.4% FG% in the Ridge &amp; Valley conference. His well-rounded game includes a 36% three-point shooting percentage, making him one of the most efficient scorers on this list.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'5", [player_tooltip player_id='2432845' first='Jayden' last='Brown'] from Grantsburg brings excellent athleticism and size to the mix for the Pirates. Playing in the Lakeland-West conference, Brown averaged 18.7 points per game with an aggressive scoring approach. His three-point shooting percentage of 34.4% shows that he can stretch the floor and knock down shots from deep as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1874982' first='Kane' last='Donnelly'], a 6'4" senior from Somerset, brings an efficient scoring game to the Middle Border conference, averaging 18.4 points per game. What makes Donnelly stand out is his impressive field goal percentage (57.4%), the highest on the list. His three-point shooting is also strong, hitting 38% of his attempts from deep, making him a threat both inside and outside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2610597' first='Lucas' last='Glaus'] from Plum City/Elmwood, is another top scorer who averaged 20.6 points per game in the Dunn-St. Croix conference last season. A reliable offensive weapon for the Wolves, Glaus shoots 43.2% from the field and has an aggressive approach with the ball in his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2492796' first='SaVont' last='Johnson'] from Adams-Friendship put up 21.8 PPG in the 2023-24 season, showcasing a 47.1% FG% and 36.4% from beyond the arc. Johnson is a consistent performer in the South Central conference, with a reliable outside shot that complements his athleticism and overall scoring ability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2390176' first='Lucas' last='Ludlum'], a 6'3" senior from Platteville, is a sharp-shooter who averaged 15.3 points per game in the SWC conference. His shooting prowess stood out with a 52% from the floor and very strong 37% shooting from three-point land. Though his scoring average is slightly lower compared to others on the list, his shooting efficiency, paired with is PPG is impressive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2432854' first='Zach' last='Orr'], a 5'11" senior from Rice Lake, is a consistent performer in the Big Rivers conference, averaging 18.6 points per game. Orr's shooting efficiency stands out, with a 46.8% field goal percentage and a solid 34.3% from beyond the arc. His ability to score from different spots on the floor gives him versatility, and his shooting percentages reflect his effectiveness in doing so.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'4", [player_tooltip player_id='2417878' first='Jace' last='Paul'] brings size and versatility to Alma Center Lincoln, out of the Dairyland - Small conference. He averaged 19.6 points per game last season, with a shooting percentage of 49.5%. His strong overall conversion rate, paired with a solid three-point shooting percentage (33.3%), makes him a dual threat from both inside and beyond the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2547396' first='Jared' last='Schultz'] from Northwood was the leading scorer in the region with an outstanding average of 25.6 points per game during his 2023-24 high school campaign. Schultz is a scoring machine, utilizing a varied skill set to consistently put up points, making him a player to watch in the Lakeland-West conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1540033' first='Carter' last='Wollan'] from Amery is another who can fill up the stat sheet in a hurry, averaging 24.2 PPG. At 6'3", Wollan has the height and strength to dominate on the offensive end in the Middle Border conference. He has a versatile and heady game, which he puts to use to score at all three levels for the Warriors.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These seniors are poised to lead their teams and set the tone for a highly competitive basketball season in their respective conferences. It will be exciting to see where these scorers take things as we keep an eye on them as the season unfolds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->